Rethink the 9-to-5.
Start your tourism career in Northern Ontario.
Need a summer job?
Tourism jobs are generally pretty fun. You can try something different each summer or continue developing your skills and experience year after year. And, bonus, that can lead to a career once you’re out of school.
CHECK OUT:
How to make a resume
Potential careers, courses, programs & pathways
All the different entry-level jobs in tourism
Planning a career pivot?
You don’t have to start over when you make a mid-career pivot into the tourism industry. Instead, you can make the most of its flexible adventure lifestyle and numerous opportunities for growth by doing more of what you love!
ALL ABOUT TOURISM:
Tourism sectors & types of jobs
How do my skills transfer? Take the Quiz!
Professional development in tourism
Looking for skills training that meets you where you’re at?
Thinking about a career?
Figuring out a career path can be intimidating. It’s always easier with a bit of experience to back you up. And with the tourism industry literally popping off in Northern Ontario, learning and doing at the same time is a great place to start.
HERE'S HOW:
Tourism programs at Ontario colleges and Universities
Internships | Apprenticeships and Mentorships
Red Seal Skilled Trades programs
How a tourism career can work for you
When you choose Northern Ontario there’s so much room to grow!
Northern Ontario is a vast and spectacular region made up of vibrant cities, pristine wilderness, and tons of adventure. With more than 250,000 lakes and rivers to paddle, wildlife to photograph, craft beers and burgers (meat and plant-based) to enjoy, and thousands of trails to traverse, it's safe to say you could spend a lifetime here discovering everything it has to offer.
The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
With so many things to do, places to explore, and activities to enjoy year-round, it’s a popular destination for travellers from around the world. It also makes the region an exciting place to launch
Helpful Tools and Resources
Check out the resources below to discover amazing career ideas, and learn how to get a job and build a career in the tourism industry in Northern Ontario.
The Tourism Rocks Toolkit
Download the entire Tourism Rocks Virtual Toolkit and start learning about a career in tourism.
The Presentation
Download our custom-made presentation and share it with your community, schools, and employment services.
The Handbook
The Tourism Rocks handbook is a comprehensive guide to careers in the tourism industry, available training programs, and certifications to get ahead in the job market.
The Market Report
An overview of the Northern Ontario tourism sector labour market from 2022-2023.
Northern Ontario Universities and Colleges
