Manitoba government adds more money to job program after facing criticism

The Manitoba government has partially walked back a funding cut to a program that funds summer jobs for teens and young adults. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew looks on as Ian Bushie, Minister of Municipal and Northern Relations, and Minister of Indigenous Economic Development is sworn-in by Lt. Gov. Anita Neville at a Premier and cabinet swearing-in ceremony in Winnipeg, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government has partially walked back a funding cut to a provincial summer jobs program after an outcry from community groups.

Municipal Relations Minister Ian Bushie said Wednesday he is adding $300,000 to the Green Team program, which helps non-profit groups and municipalities hire young people in the summer.

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