Thank you, Minister, for that answer. I’m glad we’re giving people a second chance to build a better life here in Ontario. As we work towards reducing barriers for those seeking to enter and re-enter the workforce, it is crucial to prepare jobseekers with the skills they need to succeed in the workplace.

Speaker, my question is once again to the Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development: What is our government doing to help train individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed?

In my riding of Bruce–Grey–Owen Sound and across our province, many Ontarians are looking to join the workforce. However, those with prior involvement in the criminal justice system often face barriers to finding work. As Ontario continues to address our most significant labour shortage in a generation, our government must provide the necessary tools for individuals looking to gain secure employment.

Speaker, can the Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development please share with this House what our government is doing to empower individuals, helping them to get a second chance?