TORONTO, ONTARIO, September 5, 2007 — The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) has released a report examining labour market transition options. The report was written under contract by the Canadian office of the Educational Policy Institute.

The report documents key stakeholder talent management strategies dealing with individuals from declining industries and identified transition opportunities for the mining industry. The report is part of the Council’s overall workforce strategy to increase workforce management awareness in the mining sector.

The report may be downloaded by clicking here.

For more information, please contact Alex Usher at (416) 848-0237.

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The Educational Policy Institute is a non-profit research center focused in issues of educational opportunity, especially for our most needy populations. Based in Virginia Beach with offices in Toronto and Melbourne, EPI conducts program evaluation, policy analysis, and conducts professional development opportunities for educational professionals throughout the education continuum. Visit the EPI website at www.educationalpolicy.org.