The Ontario government is investing up to $100 million to add an additional 2,000 nurses to the long-term care sector by 2024-25. The
government will do this by supporting the training of thousands of personal support workers (PSWs) and nurses who want to advance their careers in long-term care.
Today’s investment supports the government’s Long-Term Care Staffing Plan, which was launched last year and sets out actions that will educate, train and help recruit tens of thousands of new health care staff through partnerships with sector partners, long-term care homes, and education and training providers, so that homes can provide an average of four hours of direct care per resident per day.
“We are pleased to learn about this important investment in the education of more nurses and personal support workers,” said Claude Brulé, President and CEO of Algonquin College. “Algonquin looks forward to welcoming those who wish to advance their careers in these important fields and help the long-term care sector meet its increasing demand for skilled employees.” Continue reading →
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