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Jun 11
Supporting Northern Ontario starts with the right investments.
New projects from the enhanced Skills Development Fund will help more than 7,300 people in Northern Ontario pursue rewarding careers that support major infrastructure projects across the North.
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Jun 10
CWB Group’s upgraded training facility in Milton is opening doors to rewarding, in-demand careers in the skilled trades.
Over the next five years, more than 5,700 trainees will get hands-on training in new classrooms and welding booths.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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Jun 8
Did you know 1 in 6 job openings are projected to be in skilled trades‑related occupations by 2034? 📈🦺
That means more opportunities to build a rewarding, hands-on career and help drive Ontario forward.👷
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/skilled-trad…
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Jun 8
Ontario is celebrating the completion of CWB group Industry Services’ new training centre in Milton.
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Jun 8
Supported by a $1.4 million investment from the Ontario government, this facility will help train more than 5,700 additional workers for good-paying, in-demand careers in the welding sector.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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Jun 4
Ontario is investing nearly $8 million to train workers in Northern Ontario.
Through the enhanced Skills Development Fund, this investment will support more than 7,300 workers and jobseekers across Northern Ontario for rewarding, in-demand careers in mining and construction.
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Jun 3
Young workers deserve a safe start at work.
Knowing your rights, getting proper training and speaking up about hazards are key to staying healthy and safe on the job.
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/workplace-he…
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Jun 3
🧠 Mental health matters at work.
A healthy workplace supports physical and mental well being. Supporting mental health at work helps everyone thrive: ontario.ca/page/mental-healt…
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Jun 2
⏰ Reminder: The Council of Federation Literacy Award (COFLA) nominations are closing soon.
📅 Deadline to nominate is June 5: ontario.ca/page/nominate-lit…
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Jun 1
📢 Webinar ESA Vacation Time and Vacation Pay Overview
🗓️ Dates: June 3, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. OR June 4, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
🌐 Location: ontario.ca/document/your-gui…
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May 29
#DYK Level Up! Career Fairs are coming back to 12 communities across Ontario!
Students and job seekers can explore Ontario’s 144 skilled trades, get hands-on experience and connect with employers hiring for in-demand careers.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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May 28
Ontario is investing in the next generation of skilled tradespeople, upgrading apprenticeship training facilities across the Greater Toronto Area so the tools workers train on match the tools they'll use on the job.
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May 28
This $1.75 million investment modernizes training centres and equips apprentices with hands-on experience on industry-current equipment, building a workforce ready for today's job sites from day one.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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May 27
📢 Join our Employment Standards Act overview webinar for employees.
🗓️ Date: May 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
🌐 Location: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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May 26
Stay informed about workplace rules in Ontario.
Join our Employment Standards Act webinar overview for employers.
🗓️ Date: May 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
🌐 Location: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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May 21
Apprentices in Northern Ontario should not have to travel hours just to write their exams.
Apprentices are 16% more likely to pass their exams as soon as they complete their training.
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May 21
That’s why the new exam testing centre in Kenora will help remove costly and time-consuming barriers for apprentices, while supporting the beginning of their careers in the skilled trades.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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