1. Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities – Employment and Training Division

2. Employment Ontario
Employment Ontario (EO) is the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities’ Employment and Training network of employment and training programs and services
Over the last few years we have transformed EO to make it more customer-centred, integrated and accessible
Why the transformation?
To make it easier to find and access EO programs and services
To provide a more customer-centred approach
To be consistent and reduce duplication and inefficiencies
To provide a single branded point of access to employment and training programs and services 2

3. Employment Service
The EO transformation has also resulted in a new Employment Service (ES) network of service providers each offering the full suite of EO services and programs in every community in Ontario
Through a one-stop shop, anyone, no matter where he or she lives, can walk into any ES-funded site and receive the same level of access to the information and services needed to obtain employment or skills training

4. Employment Service Job Search Resource and Information
Client Service Planning and Coordination
Job Matching, Placement and Incentives
CS Planning and Coordination: determines the service requirements for each individual
JS, Job Matching and Job Retention are assisted service components are for individuals who require more intensive, supported, and perhaps one-on-one service – available to individuals who are unemployed and out of school
R and I: is a resource available to everyone and can be a referral point to other EO programs
Other EO Programs:
SC, Apprenticeship, TIOW, LBS, JCP, SEB
Job Retention

5. Employment Service
The goal of ES is to help Ontarians find sustainable employment. Through a range of resources, supports and services, ES bridges the gap between the employment needs of individuals and the skilled labour needs of employers
The five components of ES provide a highly flexible tool kit of services that can be customized to an individual’s particular needs. ES is not all things to all people, and not all people will require the same supports or the support of all components
This integration of service components allows for a responsive suite of service options that are truly client-centric 5

6. Employment Service
All ES providers are equipped to provide information on and referrals to all EO employment and training programs
Individuals wishing to access an EO program with specific participation criteria may be required to attend an information session or meet with an employment counsellor who will assess their eligibility and suitability for the program
ES providers will assist individuals with preparing an application for submission to MTCU 6

7. Employment Service Job Search Resource and Information
Client Service Planning and Coordination
Job Matching, Placement and Incentives
CS Planning and Coordination: determines the service requirements for each individual
JS, Job Matching and Job Retention are assisted service components are for individuals who require more intensive, supported, and perhaps one-on-one service – available to individuals who are unemployed and out of school
R and I: is a resource available to everyone and can be a referral point to other EO programs
Other EO Programs:
SC, Apprenticeship, TIOW, LBS, JCP, SEB
Job Retention

8. Second Career What is Second Career?
SC provides financial support for individuals who require skills training to assist them to find employment in occupations with demonstrated labour market prospects in Ontario
Who can participate?
Unemployed individuals who have been laid off on or after Jan. 1, 2005 training for a career with good employment prospects locally or in Ontario
Other participation factors include: active job search, length of unemployment, education background, work history, labour market prospects, training request, experience and occupational skills

9. Second Career What can SC provide?
Skills training for specific occupations and academic upgrading, literacy / numeracy, ESL/FSL
Training can be for up to 24 months with an additional 12 months for academic upgrading
Financial assistance: Tuition, Books and Other Instructional Costs, Other Personal Supports and Transportation, Dependent Care, Basic Living Allowance, Disability Accommodations 9

10. Apprenticeships What is an Apprenticeship?
A combination of on-the-job and in-school training for employment in a skilled trade.
Usually takes 2 – 5 years to become a certified journeyperson
on average, 90% is on-the-job training with instruction by certified journeypersons in the workplace
in-school training takes place at a college or other approved training provider
There are more than 150 apprenticeship trades
To work in certain skilled trades you must either be a registered Apprentice or possess a valid Certificate of Qualification

11. Apprenticeships
Financial supports are available for in-school training and completion incentives
Individuals who have earned a trade certificate or worked in the trade outside Canada may qualify to write the Certificate of Qualification Exam to work in Ontario. 11

12. Targeted Initiative for Older Workers
What is Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW)?
TIOW is a federal-provincial cost-shared employment program created to provide a range of employment activities for older workers who live in vulnerable communities and who have lost their jobs
Who can participate?
Unemployed workers aged 55 to 64 who are legally entitled to work in Canada
Lack skills needed for successful re-integration into employment
Live in an eligible community 12

13. Targeted Initiative for Older Workers
What does TIOW provide?
Job search assistance, networking, counselling, resume writing
Vocational and/or learning assessments, basic skills upgrading, skills training, employer-based work experience, preparation for self employment, mentoring and support
Individual TIOW Service Plan with up to 25 hours / week of individual and group programming.
Financial assistance: placement incentives, employment and training costs and supports 13

14. Literacy and Basic Skills
What is Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS)?
LBS provides literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to help people achieve their education, training and employment goals, as well as enjoy increased independence
Who can participate?
Adults who are out of school and can communicate in English or French
LBS services support programming for the deaf as well as Anglophone, Francophone and Aboriginal learners

15. Literacy and Basic Skills
What does LBS provide?
No cost and flexible training options
One-on-one tutoring, small-group instruction, classroom instruction
Programs offered by more than 200 agencies at 300 sites: local school boards, community-based agencies, and colleges
Academic upgrading for entry into post secondary education or apprenticeship training 15

16. Other EO Services: Job Creation Partnerships (JCP):
JCP financially supports projects that create jobs that provide participants with an opportunity to maintain or enhance their employability skills through work experience
JCP participants must be E.I. eligible or Reachback
Interested individuals can check the Service Canada Job Bank for available postings and contact an ES provider for details on how to apply

17. Other EO Services: Self-Employment Benefit (SEB):
SEB provides entrepreneurial skills development support to eligible participants to help them develop and implement their business plan and become self employed
SEB allows participants to concentrate on building a sustainable business by providing them with financial assistance while they receive business advice and support
SEB participants must be E.I. eligible or Reachback
Interested individuals must meet with an ES provider to complete an ES needs-based service determination 17

18. Finding an EO Service Provider in Your Community:
Employment Ontario website:
Employment Ontario Hotline:
or TTY