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Workplace-based training provided under the direction of experienced mentors and trainers, combined
with classroom training
* the Ontario government pays for almost 85% of classroom training, supports apprentices with grants and some apprentices are eligible for EI grants during classroom training
* approximately 80% of the training happens on-the-job with an employer and the other 20% is completed in school over two 12-week winter semesters
* once registered, apprentices typically take between 4-6 years to complete their training and certification requirements
The Benefits:
* Financial Incentives throughout the process; apprentices are eligible for over $4,000 in grants
* Hands on training that will develop a deeper knowledge of the profession
* Cost effective, the Ministry covers 85% of the in-class training
* Upon completion the Apprentice will obtain a Red Seal Journey-person Class designation (eligible to practice the trade across Canada)
Your Commitment:
* Training with an employer for over 5,400 hours (3-5 years)
* Completing a 12-week (basic) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies)
* Completing a 12-week (advanced) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies)
* Completing a skills sign-off Training Standard Book of required skills on-the-job with your employer
* Completing a Certificate of Qualification Exam at the end of the apprenticeship
with classroom training
* the Ontario government pays for almost 85% of classroom training, supports apprentices with grants and some apprentices are eligible for EI grants during classroom training
* approximately 80% of the training happens on-the-job with an employer and the other 20% is completed in school over two 12-week winter semesters
* once registered, apprentices typically take between 4-6 years to complete their training and certification requirements
The Benefits:
* Financial Incentives throughout the process; apprentices are eligible for over $4,000 in grants
* Hands on training that will develop a deeper knowledge of the profession
* Cost effective, the Ministry covers 85% of the in-class training
* Upon completion the Apprentice will obtain a Red Seal Journey-person Class designation (eligible to practice the trade across Canada)
Your Commitment:
* Training with an employer for over 5,400 hours (3-5 years)
* Completing a 12-week (basic) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies)
* Completing a 12-week (advanced) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies)
* Completing a skills sign-off Training Standard Book of required skills on-the-job with your employer
* Completing a Certificate of Qualification Exam at the end of the apprenticeship
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How to Find - Employment, Apprenticeship, Training and Literacy Programs
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Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
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School-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits through cooperative education work placements in skilled trades
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Mississauga Service Centre
Crisis Line: 1-800-268-7708 TTY Crisis Line: 1-800-567-5803
Toll Free: 1-866-522-2122
Toll Free: 1-866-522-2022
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Benefits Navigator online questionnaire to help determine eligibility for services and benefits
Financial assistance
Assistance with the cost of home care services
Last Post Fund
Funeral and burial program, see separate listing
Health, Mental Health and Transition services
Medical, psychosocial, vocational rehabilitation, case management, career counselling and job search assistance, and long term care
VAC Assistance Service
24 hour crisis line and short-term problem solving with mental health professionals
Operational Stress Injury Social Support Program (OSISS)
Peer support for those affected by Operational Stress Injury and for their families
Veterans Housing Navigation Team, 416-869-3619 ext 276
Case management for homeless veterans, partnership with Good Shepherd Ministries (see separate listing)
Helmets to Hardhats
Apprenticeship opportunities in the building and construction trades
Financial assistance
- income support
- death benefit
- disability benefits
- health care benefits
- caregiver benefit
- prisoner of war compensation
- War Veterans Allowance
Assistance with the cost of home care services
Last Post Fund
Funeral and burial program, see separate listing
Health, Mental Health and Transition services
Medical, psychosocial, vocational rehabilitation, case management, career counselling and job search assistance, and long term care
VAC Assistance Service
24 hour crisis line and short-term problem solving with mental health professionals
Operational Stress Injury Social Support Program (OSISS)
Peer support for those affected by Operational Stress Injury and for their families
Veterans Housing Navigation Team, 416-869-3619 ext 276
Case management for homeless veterans, partnership with Good Shepherd Ministries (see separate listing)
Helmets to Hardhats
Apprenticeship opportunities in the building and construction trades
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COVID-19 -- immigrant families that require assistance with technology for student use can contact the settlement workers in their schools or the We Welcome the World Centres, 905-366-8791 or welcomecentre@peelsb.com
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Academic program
We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment
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Academic program
- Kindergarten to grade 12
- Day, night and credit classes
- After school programs, child care
- Adult education
- Alternate Schools program
- English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy and heritage language classes
- French immersion
- International Baccalaureate
- Dual Credit
- Specialist High Skills Major program
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program (OYAP)
- Online learning
- Special education
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Specialized Language Training (STL)
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
- Essential Skills Upgrading (Literacy and Basic Skills, LBS)
We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment
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Offers registration and support to:
Apprenticeship Scholarship
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
This office is an exam centre
- new apprentices who have arranged a sponsoring employer or who have prior education and related work experience
- also offers consultation to sponsoring employers
Apprenticeship Scholarship
- $1,000 scholarship upon completion of academic upgrading, for registered apprentices younger than 25 years who left school before completing the necessary academic requirements for registering in a trade, who are committed to achieving the necessary academic requirements within one year, and who demonstrate an interest in the skilled trades
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
- school-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits in grades 11 and 12 through work placements in skilled trades
- interested students full-time high school students 16 years and older entering Grade 11 should contact their guidance counsellor, co-op education teacher or the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Coordinator for the local school board or contact the local Apprenticeship Office
- job skill development and trade readiness for unemployed individuals wanting careers in skilled trades
- programs are at various community locations, and up to 52 weeks long including a minimum 8-12 week work placement
- free, with costs covered for tuition, textbooks, safety equipment and tools
This office is an exam centre
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Programs offered:
Note: Everdale's production farm is certified organic through Ecocert
- farmer training (The Farm Planner, Sustainable Farming Certificate, One Day Workshops - basic farming skills)
- workshops
- educational tours
- harvest share / working share programs
- school programs (matched to provincial curriculum K-12)
- Farm Camp
- Team Building
Note: Everdale's production farm is certified organic through Ecocert
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Offers registration and support to:
Apprenticeship Scholarship
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
This office is not an exam centre
- new apprentices who have arranged a sponsoring employer or who have prior education and related work experience
- also offers consultation to sponsoring employers
Apprenticeship Scholarship
- $1,000 scholarship upon completion of academic upgrading, for registered apprentices younger than 25 years who left school before completing the necessary academic requirements for registering in a trade, who are committed to achieving the necessary academic requirements within one year, and who demonstrate an interest in the skilled trades
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
- school-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits in grades 11 and 12 through work placements in skilled trades
- interested students full-time high school students 16 years and older entering Grade 11 should contact their guidance counsellor, co-op education teacher or the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Coordinator for the local school board or contact the local Apprenticeship Office
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
- job skill development and trade readiness for unemployed individuals wanting careers in skilled trades
- programs are at various community locations, and up to 52 weeks long including a minimum 8-12 week work placement
- free, with costs covered for tuition, textbooks, safety equipment and tools
This office is not an exam centre
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Employment and Training, Women in the Skilled Trades and Technology
General Inquiry : 416-964-3883Visit Website
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COVID-19 Update -- in-person services BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at this time ; program staff continue to actively assist clients virtually by email, phone or Zoom
The Women in Trades and Technology programs are taking the following cautionary steps:
Pre-Apprenticeship Commercial/Residential Painter and Decorator Program
Pre-apprenticeship Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter Program
iOS and Android Mobile Application Development Training Program
Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training Program
STAR 4-Women Program
The Women in Trades and Technology programs are taking the following cautionary steps:
- All in-person information and assessment sessions (for all Skilled Trades and IT programs) are canceled until further notice -- check website for updates
- The iOS and Android Mobile App and Azure Cloud Developer program next scheduled start date: Aug 22, 2022
- The Painter-Decorator Pre-Apprenticeship program next scheduled start date: May 9, 2022
- The Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter Pre-Apprenticeship program next scheduled start date: May 24, 2022
- Glazier Pre-Apprenticeship program next scheduled start date: May 9, 2022 -- check website for program details
- STAR 4-Women program next scheduled start date: June 6, 2022 -- check website for program details
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training Program next scheduled start date: June 6, 2022
- any changes to start dates will be confirmed
Pre-Apprenticeship Commercial/Residential Painter and Decorator Program
- full time program
- job skill development and trade readiness
- trade specific academic upgrading and in-school apprenticeship Level 1 training, including health and safety
- 8 week work placement following program completion
- training location: Finishing Trade Institute, 130 Toro Rd, Unit C, Toronto ON
Pre-apprenticeship Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter Program
- full time program
- job skill development and trade readiness
- trade specific academic upgrading and in-school apprenticeship Level 1 training, including health and safety
- 8 week work placement following program completion
- training location: Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Trade School Inc., 30 Capstan Gate, Units 4 & 5, Concord ON
iOS and Android Mobile Application Development Training Program
- for women and gender-diverse individuals with IT background and experience in Java or C++
- full time program
- hands-on classroom instruction
- exam followed by 8 week job placement opportunity
- may lead to certification as Android Developer
- training location: YWCA Toronto, Trades and Technology Programs, 222 Dixon Rd, Suite 207, Toronto ON
- program start date: Aug 23, 2021
Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training Program
- for women and gender-diverse individuals with IT background and 16 years or older
- 34-week intensive, hands-on job readiness training program to upgrade essential IT skills in areas of data communication fundamentals and cybersecurity
- online training with some in-class sessions
- successful students will earn Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certificate
- 8 week job placement following program completion
- training location: YWCA Toronto, Trades and Technology Programs, 222 Dixon Rd, Suite 207, Toronto ON
- program start date: Aug 23, 2021
STAR 4-Women Program
- for women and gender-diverse individuals 16 years and older
- minimum Grade 10 education completed
- resident of and able to work in Ontario
- must have a valid drivers' licence
- 8 week program to attain construction trades skills
- must be physically able to work in a variety of construction environments
- skilled trades assessment and academic upgrading (if applicable)
- labour market information about skilled trades
- health and safety training and certifications
- hands on experience, equipment and tools including work boots and safety equipment
- transportation support (restrictions apply)
- for women and gender-diverse individuals 16 years and older
- minimum Grade 10 education completed
- resident of and able to work in Ontario
- must have a valid drivers' licence
- 27 week intensive training program
- work tools, safety equipment, textbooks
- refresher math
- transportation supports (restrictions apply)
- physically able to work in a variety of construction work environments
- must possess hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
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School-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits through cooperative education work placements in skilled trades
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12 week comprehensive skills development and employment-based training program in construction industry, including apprenticeship opportunities through trade union affiliates
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An innovative not-for-profit social enterprise focusing on partnership, mentorship and workforce development
- work to build stronger connections between educators, employers and the students who will make up our future workforce
- deliver an interactive and informative Career Awareness Program, facilitate meaningful experiential learning opportunities, host inspiring community events, and manage multiple online communities with a focus on workforce development
Major programs and services:
ApprenticeSearch.com:
Online matching service that connects job seekers and employers in the skilled trades
- supports a variety of job seekers, including 0-year to 4th year apprentices, and also 'non-apprentices', such as individuals looking for trades experiences and general labourer roles
- Job Coaches help ready candidates for their next role, and provide candidates with necessary basic certifications, PPE and employment skills training
- Job Developers provide services to the employers who are hiring, including screening/shorting listing candidates and intentional matching for posted roles on our site
Career Development Lab:
Career Centre provides programs and services that support students as they prepare to transition into high school, allowing them to imagine a post-secondary pathway that will set them up for future success
- interactive and student-driven Career Awareness Program provides students with access to current information on a wide range of career options for a variety of learners
- complements and extends career/life planning beyond the classroom and is designed to support students as they prepare to make the transition to secondary school
Virtual Career Lab:
Lab icludes activities, resources, and relevant information in order to make informed and inspired career decisions
- modelled after the in house Career Awareness Programming, which has been serving students across Halton for almost three decades.
Women as Caeer Coaches:
An evening event that brings together young women from the community with adult mentors from all pathways
- over dinner, youth and mentors have the opportunity to engage in informal mentorship conversations, listen to a line-up of inspiring spotlight speakers, and participate in a panel discussion on career pathways
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School-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits through cooperative education work placements in skilled trades
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Skilled Trades College of Canada
Office: Vaughan 905-264-1412 * Mississauga 905-614-1444 * Barrie 905-264-1412 Visit Website
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Trades pre-apprenticeship programs
- electrical and plumbing pre-apprentice programs
- introduction to home renovation
- working at heights training and certification
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Provides pre-apprenticeship and career exploration programs
Skilled Trades Training Programs:
* designed to give clients the skills and experience they need to begin a career in the Skilled Trades
* a combination of in-class and hands-on shop floor training with a focus on developing both technical skills and critical employability skills
* programs are run in a fully equipped facility and are designed to get clients into the workforce fast
* all programs include Job Search Assistance
Programs include:
* Ontario Adult Apprenticeship Program
* Get in Gear
* Home Renovation for Newcomers
* Industrial Millwright Mechanic & Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program For Youth
* Women in Skilled Trades (WIST): Enhanced General Carpentry
Skilled Trades Training Programs:
* designed to give clients the skills and experience they need to begin a career in the Skilled Trades
* a combination of in-class and hands-on shop floor training with a focus on developing both technical skills and critical employability skills
* programs are run in a fully equipped facility and are designed to get clients into the workforce fast
* all programs include Job Search Assistance
Programs include:
* Ontario Adult Apprenticeship Program
* Get in Gear
* Home Renovation for Newcomers
* Industrial Millwright Mechanic & Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program For Youth
* Women in Skilled Trades (WIST): Enhanced General Carpentry
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COVID19 Online classes and professional development on topics such as blueprint reading, construction management
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Pre-apprenticeship construction program
16-week paid training on-site and in-class to prepare for careers in construction trades
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Pre-apprenticeship construction program
16-week paid training on-site and in-class to prepare for careers in construction trades
- essential skills (trades math, reading comprehension and soft skills training)
- trade skills (power tools, drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing)
- health and safety
- core set of tools
- water retrofits, general labour, general contracting
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Services include one-on-one job search coaching, workshops, settlement services, academic upgrading and funded and fee-based pre-apprenticeship skilled trades programs
* collaborate with employers, providing free professional recruitment with access to pre-screened candidates, financial wage and training incentives and customized skilled trades training
For more information see:
* Services for Employers
* Skilled Trades Training Programs
* Employment Services
* LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) and Immigrant Services
* Doorways - Literacy and Basic Skills
Many of these programs and services are available at multiple locations in Halton Region
* collaborate with employers, providing free professional recruitment with access to pre-screened candidates, financial wage and training incentives and customized skilled trades training
For more information see:
* Services for Employers
* Skilled Trades Training Programs
* Employment Services
* LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) and Immigrant Services
* Doorways - Literacy and Basic Skills
Many of these programs and services are available at multiple locations in Halton Region
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Trades and Apprenticeship and Pre-apprenticeship Programs
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Conestoga offers pathways into trades and apprenticeship through a variety of post-secondary certificate and diploma options; programs provide training in a specific trade to help prepare students for apprenticeship.
Pre-Apprenticeship programs:
Pre-Apprenticeship programs:
- include academic upgrading for candidates who do not possess Grade 12 or equivalent (academic entry level in most trades)
- offer introductory theoretical and practical training, Level 1 in-school apprenticeship training in a specific trade and a work placement component to gain hands-on experience
- hours spent in pre-apprenticeship training might be credited towards overall apprenticeship training if the individual decides to sign on as an apprentice, at employers' (sponsor's) discretion
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Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
Office: 519-824-9390Guelph Campus : 519-824-9390 ext 6357
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Polytechnical Institute that offers bachelor degree programs, diploma and certificate programs, apprenticeship related programs, preparatory and postgraduate studies, online courses, part-time evening and weekend courses, and customized training for business and industry.
- Guelph campus specializes in Motive Power Trade programs and Heavy Equipment Operator programs
- offers Business Foundations, General Business and Office Administration-General, Human Resources Management, General Arts and Science, Academic Upgrading and co-operative education programs
- Conestoga College Welcome Centre
- part-time Continuing Education programs
- program Information / registration
- labour market information
- career advising
- academic advisement
- internationally trained immigrant advisement
- second career funding information
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School-to-Apprenticeship transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits through cooperative education work placements in skilled trades
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School-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits through cooperative education work placements in skilled trades
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The centre primarily assists those who are out of work, and youth who are out of school to assess their skills and employment potential
- various programs assist job seekers with their job search activities and on the job training
Major Programs and Services:
Ontario Employment Services:
- an employment experience program
- candidates get the training and experience needed to find a job
- individual employment counselling
- job search techniques
- job placements (subsidized,unsubsidized and apprenticeship)
- educational upgrading
- career focusing
- for more information see separate listing here
Pre-Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship programs:
- candidates experience the trades through free on the job training
- program runs annually
- recruitment begins in January of each year pending funding
Resource Room:
- drop-in or by appointment
- self-directed access to information on careers
- training opportunities
- employment workshops
- job bank
- client phone for job search
Computer services:
Free of charge, available to those using for job search, training and education (including life-long learning)
- computers with Internet
- web-based e-mail
- Microsoft 2016 Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- USB drive/flashdrive/memory stick ports
- FAX (sending only)
- free printing (max. 20 pages per day)
- scanner
- some sites, such as game sites, are blocked
Employment & Upgrading Preparation program:
- assists adults with improving their reading and writing to enhance their employment skills
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COVID19 -- Beginning April 25, 2022, in-person services resume BY APPOINTMENT ONLY; remote service by telephone, video-conferencing and email continue to be available during regular office hours
Immigrant, Refugee and Settlement Hub@791 (IRS) -
programs and services to support the integration of newcomers, including employment
Mentoring for Change
for Permanent Residents, Convention refugees or live in caregivers
for Permanent Residents or Convention refugees wishing to start a business in Ontario
for Permanent Residents, Convention refugees or live in caregivers
instructor-led and hands-on training in business, accounting and finance, information technology, project management, SAP (Systems, Applications and Products) training
call or check website for information on current programs and locations, eligibility requirements and registration dates
for internationally trained electricians, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics, industrial millwrights, plumbers and welders
Job Board
online listing of positions available
skills development, job search support, job fairs, networking
for anyone 16-29 years
for youth 12-18 years in the Jane and Finch area
6 to 12 week program for youth who are current or former residents of the Jane and Finch area, or youth currently working or volunteering in the area for a minimum of 2 years
Information sessions and workshops for Food Handler training, Smart Serve, and Customer Service
Immigrant, Refugee and Settlement Hub@791 (IRS) -
programs and services to support the integration of newcomers, including employment
Mentoring for Change
for Permanent Residents, Convention refugees or live in caregivers
- specific level of language fluency required
- matches internationally trained professional newcomers with volunteer mentors
for Permanent Residents or Convention refugees wishing to start a business in Ontario
- specific level of language fluency required
- 10 week full time instructor-led training includes labour market research, business plan preparation, counselling and coaching, workshops and networking opportunities
for Permanent Residents, Convention refugees or live in caregivers
- specific level of language fluency required
- 2 week sessions include labour market information, job search strategies, resume and cover letter preparation, interview coaching
instructor-led and hands-on training in business, accounting and finance, information technology, project management, SAP (Systems, Applications and Products) training
- some classes held at other locations
call or check website for information on current programs and locations, eligibility requirements and registration dates
- includes employment preparation and work placement
for internationally trained electricians, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics, industrial millwrights, plumbers and welders
Job Board
online listing of positions available
- employers contact employers@skillsforchange.org to post a position
skills development, job search support, job fairs, networking
- call for details and locations
for anyone 16-29 years
- life skills, employment preparation, counselling and mentoring, earn volunteer hours
for youth 12-18 years in the Jane and Finch area
- mentorship, summer job training and placements with a focus on delivery of sport and recreation programs to other youth
- call for details
6 to 12 week program for youth who are current or former residents of the Jane and Finch area, or youth currently working or volunteering in the area for a minimum of 2 years
- participants will conduct research into systemic and structural barriers to post secondary education and training, and bring forward ideas and dialogue to engage youth and community stakeholders towards solutions
Information sessions and workshops for Food Handler training, Smart Serve, and Customer Service
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Apprenticeship Office, Toronto Central, East and North offices
1-800-387-5656 Office phone: 416-927-7366
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Offers registration and support to:
Apprenticeship Scholarship
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
This office is not an exam centre
- new apprentices who have arranged a sponsoring employer or who have prior education and related work experience
- also offers consultation to sponsoring employers
Apprenticeship Scholarship
- $1,000 scholarship upon completion of academic upgrading, for registered apprentices younger than 25 years who left school before completing the necessary academic requirements for registering in a trade, who are committed to achieving the necessary academic requirements within one year, and who demonstrate an interest in the skilled trades
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
- school-to-work transition program offered through Ontario secondary schools
- students earn cooperative education credits in grades 11 and 12 through work placements in skilled trades
- interested students full-time high school students 16 years and older entering Grade 11 should contact their guidance counsellor, co-op education teacher or the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Coordinator for the local school board or contact the local Apprenticeship Office
- job skill development and trade readiness for unemployed individuals wanting careers in skilled trades
- programs are at various community locations, and up to 52 weeks long including a minimum 8-12 week work placement
- free, with costs covered for tuition, textbooks, safety equipment and tools
This office is not an exam centre
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Short Description
Academic, commercial and technical, day and night, credit and general interest classes
Support Services -- guidance counselling
For more information see branch listings
- after school programs, child care, food programs
- adult education and services
- Alternative Schools programs
- English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and heritage language classes
- French immersion
- International Baccalaureate
- special education including education programs for children and youth 14-21 years with developmental disabilities
- * support services
- Pre-Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Programs -- hairstylist 416-394-6961
- employment services
- ESL resource centres
- Enhanced Language Training (ELT)
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry
- Essential Skills Upgrading (Literacy and Basic Skills, LBS)
- Learning4Life -- adult general interest courses, fee, visit tdsb.on.ca/Adult-Learners/Learn4Life for course and registration informaton or email communityprograms@tdsb.on.ca
- newcomer services
- reception centres for immigrants and refugees -- see separate entries
- culturally focused schools include Africentric Alternative Elementary School 416-395-5251, First Nations School of Toronto 416-393-0555, Triangle Program LGBTQ Secondary School 416-393-8443
Support Services -- guidance counselling
- home instruction
- interpreting services for families and schools
- psychiatry * psychology
- reading and speech correction
- social work * transportation for persons with physical disabilities
- Parenting and Family Literacy Centres, 416-394-2067
- Welcoming Communities for newcomers -- see separate entry
- youth alienation programs include advocacy, outreach to youth in community agencies and shelters
- all services may not be available in all locations
- day school program
- secondary credit courses offered through the Internet
- partnership with Ministry of Education
For more information see branch listings
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