Start Your New Career Today with Better Jobs Ontario!
- Marla Jones
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Have you been dreaming about a new career? Looking for a job with better pay, more opportunities, or greater job security?
Now is the perfect time to take the first step!
Better Jobs Ontario has introduced changes that make it a great time to explore your options. Whether you're unemployed, underemployed, or looking for a fresh start, this program could help you get the training you need for an exciting new career.
What is Better Jobs Ontario?
Better Jobs Ontario is a government-funded program designed to help eligible Ontarians train for careers that are in demand.
If approved, the program may help pay for:
Tuition
Books and learning materials
Transportation
Basic living expenses while you attend school
Other training-related costs
It's an investment in your future—and it could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Not sure if you're eligible?
Better Jobs Ontario has several eligibility requirements, including residency and immigration status. Every situation is unique, so don't rule yourself out! Book an appointment with one of our Employment Coordinators, and we'll help determine whether you qualify.
To be eligible for Better Jobs Ontario, applicants generally must:
Be a resident of Ontario.
Be either:
a Canadian citizen,
a permanent resident, or
eligible under Ontario's 900-series SIN policy (which includes certain protected persons and individuals with specific immigration statuses who are legally entitled to work in Canada). International students with a 900-series SIN are not eligible.
If someone is in Canada on a temporary work permit, visitor visa, or study permit, they are generally not eligible, unless they meet one of the specific exceptions under the 900-series SIN policy.
Is It Time for a Career Change?
You may qualify if you:
Have been laid off.
Are unemployed or working temporary or part-time jobs just to make ends meet.
Have been unemployed for 12 weeks or more and are part of a low-income household.
Receive Employment Insurance (EI), Ontario Works (OW), or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP).
With recent program updates, more people may now be eligible than ever before. If you've wondered whether Better Jobs Ontario is right for you, now is the time to find out.
Don't Wait—Start the Process Now!
One of the biggest surprises for applicants is that the Better Jobs Ontario application process takes time.
Before training begins, you'll need to:
Meet with an Employment Coordinator.
Explore career options that are in demand.
Research training program.
Complete the required application and supporting documents.
Getting started early helps ensure you're ready when your preferred training program begins.
We're Here to Help!
At the Regional Employment Help Centre, we'll guide you through every step of the process.
Our Employment Coordinators can help you:
Determine if you're eligible.
Explore exciting career opportunities.
Find the right training program.
Complete your Better Jobs Ontario application.
Answer your questions along the way.
You don't have to figure it out alone—we're here to support you from your first appointment to the start of your new career.
Your Future Starts Today
Imagine where you could be a year from now.
Working in a career you enjoy. Learning new skills. Earning more. Building a brighter future for yourself and your family.
That journey starts with one conversation.
Book an appointment with the Regional Employment Help Centre today and discover how Better Jobs Ontario could help you take the next step toward a rewarding new career.
