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More Than Food: North York Harvest Food Bank Expands Workforce Training to Fuel Pathways to Employment in Toronto
North York Harvest Food Bank is proud to announce Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) as the lead Workforce Training Partner for its Leadership in Logistics program, an innovative workforce development initiative that connects individuals to meaningful employment and long-term stability.
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