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Tuesday, January 25 • 10:00 - 10:45
(On-demand session released) Implications of a Performance-based Employment Service Model

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Ontario is undertaking an employment services transformation, moving oversight and funding of Employment Ontario from the Ministry to Service System Managers (SSMs). This presentation will provide an overview of transformation, including impacts of pandemic and BC transformation insights, the various SSM approaches to incentive-based funding and best practices for agency preparation into this new landscape.

Learning Outcomes:
  • Lessons learned through Employment Ontario transformation transition
  • Insights into the various SSM approaches and BC transition
  • Best practices for agency preparation for future transformation

Speakers
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Anushka Shahjahan

Lead Researcher, First Work
Anushka Shahjahan is experienced in leading research and strategy engagements within the workforce development, health care, mental health and education sectors. She brings expertise in youth employment, economic empowerment and inclusive growth to her role.
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Akosua Alagaratnam

Executive Director, First Work
With over six years of experience in government and seven years as board representative for the Region of Peel Women's Centre, Akosua Alagaratnam is an established driver of effective policy-making, communications, government affairs and community engagement.
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Valerie Meaney

Executive Director, North Island Employment
Valerie Meaney has spent 30 years in the employment services sector in BC, Alberta and Newfoundland and Labrador, and has first-hand experience transitioning to fee-for-service-based funding models. Currently, Valerie is the Executive Director of North Island Employment in Campbell... Read More →


Tuesday January 25, 2022 10:00 - 10:45 EST