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Meeting your current and future workforce needs:

November 11, 2009

ORHMA Insider Newsletter 163

Co-op and other experiential education opportunities allow employers to meet and train their future workforce, while providing real-life experience in the workplace.

Employers can register for a range of experiential learning opportunities by going to www.employerregistry.ca. These can include career talks, Co-op or involvement in the new Specialist High Skills Major programs. On the EmployerRegistry.ca, teachers are able to research opportunities on behalf of their students and connect with you, the prospective employer-host.

Passport to Prosperity is a province-wide initiative, funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education, to increase employer awareness of and participation in school-to-work programs for secondary school students.EmployerRegistry.ca is a resource of Passport to Prosperity.



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Testimonials

  • “The employer champions are forward-thinking leaders in their sector and communities who recognize the value of experiential learning as a cost-effective way to recruit, train and retain young workers,” said Tom Flanagan, co-chair of the Provincial Partnership Council. “They have shown tremendous dedication to helping local students gain essential work and leadership skills, all while providing existing employees with opportunities to enhance their own skills in communication, team work and management.” April 27, 2009 Employer Champion Award Event
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