Barriers to Employment

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February 9, 2022

Hi FBC fam!

To kick off Black History Month FBC is hosting events around employment in the Barriers to Employment in the Federally Regulated Finance Sector.

Come join us as we invite HR Professionals who can provide tips about employment opportunities, share their experiences and recommendations for better access for Black Canadians.

This project is funded by the Government of Canada’s Labour Funding Program –  Workplace Opportunities

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