1. Teresa Burke, Director of language support, manso
TEAM Presentation
Teresa Burke, Director of language support, manso

2. Background SPO funding cuts Estimate over 1000 students affected
Approximately 80 teachers laid off

3. Why? Need for increased investment in stage one classes and childcare
Comparable services to other western provinces

4. SURVEY Enhanced English Skills for Employment
Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology
The University of Winnipeg English for Specific Purposes Program
7 Oaks Immigrant Services
EDGE Skills Centre

5. Question 1
Majority Respondents in CLB 5 & CLB 6

6. Question 2
49% Profession Focused
30% Education

7. Question 3
Office Professionals
Teachers
Healthcare

8. Question 4

9. Question 5
Clear majority not willing to pay
Affordability key reason

10. Question 6
38% indicated they are willing to move

11. Question 7
Career focus
Education and communication key

12. MANSO’s Response Convened meeting of language SPOs
Met with the Minister of Education and Training in February
Sent statements to IRCC and the Province
Partnered with five EAL organizations to survey students
Pursuing information about RFP process
Communicating with both levels of government

13. Contact Information:
Teresa Burke