Diverse Employment Initiative

The MFPA is a not for profit, industry-run organization that promotes MANITOBA MADE food products to local and international markets. The almost 300 members range from small start-up organizations to large multi-national companies.  These include Manitoba:

• growers
• processors
• marketing boards
• government agencies
• retailers
• suppliers of goods/services to the food industry

The MFPA Diverse Employment Initiative is a link between MFPA member companies and Manitoba's Diverse Workforce (Aboriginals, Persons with Disabilities, New to Manitoba Immigrants, Visible Minorities).

The MFPA Employment Initiatives:

• Helped place 49 employees in 2009.
• Presented to over 300 people - about the MFPA, job opportunities and job seekers.
• Worked with over 35 organizations and over 40 member companies in 2009.

For more information, please contact Lesley Hardy, Workforce Diversity Officer, (204) 982-6374 or Lesley_Hardy@mfpa.mb.ca

"I can't believe that there are people out there like you that help guys like me find a job;  and the best part is it doesn't even cost anything."  - Employment Workforce Diversity Program Participant

"Thank you so much for giving me advice about my interview skills and my resume.  I didn't even realize I was making some mistakes before.  It helps to know what Hiring Managers are looking for.  It makes me feel ready - and that I will actually get the job!"  - Employment Workforce Diversity Program Participant