Job Seekers & Employees

Am I eligible for the program?

For participants and new employees looking to participate in Tourism SkillsNet North, you must meet the following requirements:

• Must have a work permit, allowing you to work in Ontario.
• Live in, or willing to move to Northern Ontario for the duration of employment. 
• Searching for an employment opportunity in the tourism sector.

Unfortunately, employers cannot hire his/her spouse, sibling or child.

Interested in participating in the program?

For potential employees looking to participate in the program click below to register.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Due to an overwhelming response, we are unable to accept any additional registrations at this time for Spring, Summer and Fall.  However, Tourism SkillsNet North is pleased to still offer free training with a value of over $1,000 to employees of Tourism SkillsNet North registered employers. Nature and Outdoor Tourism Ontario can still support operators who need help filling vacant positions through their Indeed job board.

If you are currently sitting on the waitlist, your staff are on a first come first serve basis depending on the completion of training.

If you have already registered for the program, you will continue to receive regular updates on your staff’s training progress and wage subsidy eligibility status.

We have reserved a number of wage subsidies for our winter tourism operators and will update the industry come November. Thank you for your cooperation and your interest in Tourism SkillsNet North.  We hope the training has been invaluable to you and your staff!

 

Q: Who can take this program? Expand

Tourism SkillsNet North is open to anyone: 

• Who have a work permit, allowing them to work in Ontario,  
• Live in, or is willing to move to Northern Ontario for the duration of their employment ( from French River northwards to the Manitoba border)
• Searching for an employment opportunity in the tourism sector

 

Q. Where does this training fit into my job, and what are the benefits? Expand

Tourism SkillsNet North provides all our training virtually, including both Instructor-led trainings, where participants are encouraged to ask questions, as well as more self-guided online learning you can do at your own pace.  

The training provided by Tourism SkilsNet North provides core skills that can be used in any task or role. These kinds of skills can also help job seekers find and secure jobs with future employers, especially in the tourism sector. For example: taking the Essential Service Excellence training will allow any employee, whether in the front of house or in general maintenance, to know the basics of delivering clear, good service when interacting with customers. 

Q. I am currently working in the tourism industry, can I still participate? Expand

Yes! If you are already working with an employer who falls under one of the employer eligibility requirements for this program, then you can still apply to Tourism SkilsNet North for training. This program is made for jobseekers, seasonal workers, or newly-hired employees looking to improve their skills (you must have been hired into this role after April 1st, 2023). 

Q: How long will it take to complete the training? Expand

The Tourism SkillsNet North training includes: 

• two mandatory instructor-led training courses (approx. 4hrs each)  

• two mandatory self-guided courses (approx. 1hr each) 

The training may take up to 10 hours. There are many optional courses you can take to further your professional development. 

Q: Can I work and do the training at the same time? Expand

Yes! Our instructor-led training schedule is designed to allow those who are working to be able to attend. Although presented live, and so scheduled ahead of time, the schedule is released in advance, so please speak with your employer ahead of time to make sure that you can make it. 

The self-guided part of the program is designed to be flexible and can be done at your own pace.

Q: I don’t have access to a computer or internet to complete the training. Can I still apply? Expand

Yes! Please reach out to Melody Yang by email myang@otec.org about any issues you may have in completing the training. We will work with a local service provider in your area to accommodate you as best as possible. If you do not have access to reliable internet, a laptop or computer, then please contact us by the phone number listed above and we can help find a solution

Q: Is there an age limit for this program? Expand

There is no age limit for this program, but anyone under the age of 18 will need parental or guardian consent to participate. 

Training Guides

These Tourism SkillsNet North Training Guides include an overview of the training and materials that a participant will receive once enrolling in Tourism SkillsNet North.

The objective of these training guides is to:

• Support employers and job seekers to define the best training option.
• Provide an understanding of the available training programs and courses that are available in the program.

Tourism SkillsNet North is available from April 1^st, 2023 until March 31^st, 2024.

Important notes:

• Participants must complete all mandatory courses in order to receive course certificates, and for the employer to be eligible for the wage subsidy.
• All participants will be able to complete as much optional training as they desire.
• Optional courses can become mandatory for participants upon employer’s request.
• Training guides are subject to change. Please check back for updates.

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Complete the registration form to be included in the program. If you would like to inquire about your registration status, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this document.

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