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The Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Sport supports investment attraction, product and experience development and industry capacity building. The Tourism Development Fund aims to: Support the creation or revitalization of tourism attractions, sites and experiences Support innovative product development for emerging sectors that have demonstrated market potential Enhance the quality of tourism services, businesses and practices … Read more
OTMPC assists with the promotion of selected tourism events and festivals across the province. Successful event marketing strengthens and extends Ontario’s brand image and it helps showcase Ontario as a four-season destination to Ontarians, and to visitors to Ontario from around the world. For more information visit: www.tourismpartners.com/TcisCtrl?language=EN&site=partners&key1=partnerOps&key2=TEMP GOVERNMENT CONTACT: Contact TEMPP
Through the Industry Partnership Proposal Program (IPPP), Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation (OTMPC) works collaboratively with groups in the tourism industry to develop and implement innovative and co-operative marketing programs. For more information visit: www.tourismpartners.com/TcisCtrl?site=partners&key1=partnerOps&key2=IPP&language=EN&linkType=I GOVERNMENT CONTACT: Contact IPP
About the program: MNR Internships are up to 10 months (40 weeks) in length. The goal of the program is to provide you with specific skills and learning opportunities to help you make the transition from school to work. Learning opportunities will focus on MNR’s key business. The work will help ensure Ontario’s natural resources … Read more
About the program: Placements last 12 to 16 weeks. Positions are open to post-secondary students enrolled in a recognized co-operative education program. The rate of pay varies and is based on the level of education completed. Application: Job opportunities will be posted at participating Ontario colleges and universities. Students should check with the school co-op placement … Read more
E-Business assists small and medium business owners with skills in the use of digital technology to facilitate business. They will: •Learn about e-business, •Assess whether it is right for your operation, and •Get information on implementing an e-business solution. For more information, visit: http://www.ontariocanada.com/ontcan/1medt/smallbiz/en/sb_ebiz_en.jsp
Services for Business is a list of all services for business in Ontario. For more information, visit: http://www.ontario.ca/en/services_for_business/index.htm
Wisdom Exchange is a peer-networking forum for CEOs. For more information, visit: http://www.ontariocanada.com/ontcan/1medt/smallbiz/en/sb_wisex2010_en.jsp
The Youth Entrepreneurship Partnerships program provides funding to non-profit organizations in Ontario that facilitate the development of an enterprising culture amongst Ontario’s youth (typically between the ages of 12 – 29) by providing them with educational, experiential and entrepreneurial opportunities. For more information please visit: http://www.ontariocanada.com/ontcan/1medt/smallbiz/en/sb_ye_partnerships_en.jsp GOVERNMENT CONTACT: Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment … Read more
Small Business Enterprise Centres (SBECs) provide entrepreneurs with all the tools they need to start and grow their businesses. Each centre is staffed with dedicated business professionals who help you determine what you need to do before, during and after launching your business. SBECS are located across the province and they provide: free consultations with … Read more
The Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship’s 12 business advisory service offices provide assistance to existing innovative, growth-oriented firms, associations and municipalities. For more information, please visit: http://www.ontariocanada.com/ontcan/1medt/smallbiz/en/sb_bizadvise_en.jsp Government Contact: Toronto (Downsview) Regional Office Central Building, 1201 Wilson Avenue, 3rd Floor Downsview, ON M3M 1J8 Tel: (416) 235-4278 Fax: (416) 235-4338
The Exports Ontario web portal lists all export services provided to businesses by the Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment & Ministry of Research and Innovation. For more information, visit: http://www.sse.gov.on.ca/medt/ontarioexports/en/Pages/default.aspx
Export Market Access – A Global Expansion Program The Export Market Access (EMA): A Global Expansion Program is specifically intended to: Assist SME’s access and expand their growth in new international markets that are beyond the US; Encourage SME exporters to the US to seek other global markets (based on the application, there may be … Read more
Ontario’s New Exporters to Border States and ITEXus programs are designed to provide practical support to firms exporting to the United States. Read the program profiles to find out which program would be most suitable for your firm. For details, please visit: http://www.sse.gov.on.ca/medt/ontarioexports/en/Pages/TradeEvent.aspx?EventId=3 GOVERNMENT CONTACT: (BERBS) Elaine Marks 416-325-6665 GOVERNMENT CONTACT: (ITEXus) Mauricio Ospina … Read more
The Business Immigration Section of the Ministry of International Trade and Investment provides a wide variety of services and support to business immigrants during the planning stages of immigration and after arriving in Ontario. Their consultants can provide advice and information concerning the procedure for applying to immigrate to Canada. They also help immigrants prepare for … Read more
Open for Business is the Ontario Government’s ambitious three-year initiative to create faster, smarter and streamlined government-to-business services that make Ontario more attractive for business development while protecting the public interest. It also seeks to transform the Ontario government-to-business relationship. For more information please visit: http://www.ontariocanada.com/ontcan/1medt/en/ofb_main_en.jsp
This program is responsive to the needs of communities and regions and allows them to apply at any time during the year for help developing a strategy for their economic growth. Staff in the Communities in Transition Office are available to work one-on-one with community representatives to review specific challenges and opportunities and advise on … Read more
This program is delivered by the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters to help small and medium-sized manufacturers invest in productivity improvements. The Government of Ontario provided $25 million to fund this program as part of the 2008 budget. Website: CME SMART Program
In partnership with the Ontario Government, the Yves Landry Foundation is providing funding to help manufacturers invest in employee training. The Government of Ontario provided $25 million to fund this program as part of the 2008 budget. Website: Yves Landry – Achieving Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence.
The SJIF is a discretionary, non-entitlement grant and loan program designed to support leading-edge investments in Ontario that create at least 50 high value jobs or will have at least $10 million in eligible costs. This program focuses on four priority sectors: Clean/Green Technologies, Financial Services, Information and Communication Technology and Life Sciences. Program Website: … Read more
The OPS is a great place to jump start or revitalize your career. Whether you are deciding on a career, starting a career, changing careers or upgrading your career skills, the OPS has something to offer. This employment experience will add to the depth and credibility of your resume and give you a chance to … Read more
The Ontario Skills Passport (or OSP) is a free, bilingual web-based resource that provides clear descriptions of the Essential Skills and work habits important for work, learning and life. Essential Skills are used in virtually all occupations and are the foundation for learning other skills, such as technical skills. OSP offers numerous resources and tools … Read more
An Specialist High Skills Major program (SHSM) is a ministry-approved specialized program that allows students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting the requirements to graduate from secondary school. It also assists in their transition after graduation to apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace. Pursuing an SHSM enables students to: … Read more
Ontario Prospects is an annual career planning guide for students in Grades 7 to 12, educators, job counsellors and others seeking career information. Ontario Prospects celebrates and promotes student success in Ontario and includes information on self assessment, career planning, job search preparation, workplace safety, the labour market, postsecondary destinations, skills training, and community resources. … Read more
Ontario Schools are offering expanded programs to help meet students’ individual learning styles and interests which will better prepare them for graduation and beyond. For details, please visit http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/studentsuccess/
The program creates clear pathways for all students to the destination of their choice, whether college, university, apprenticeship or work through: Destination-related courses for students in grades 11 and 12 Greater emphasis on career education Program planning for individual students A requirement that all school boards offer co-operative education, work experience and school-work transition programs … Read more
The Passport to Prosperity campaign supports educators and employers in developing experiential learning opportunities for high school students. It is a province wide campaign that seeks to provide communities with the tools and resources to respond to their local workforce development needs and contribute to the growth of the local economy. Employers can participate in … Read more
The Foundation will support the building of healthy and vibrant communities through community-based initiatives that strengthen the capacity of organizations in the arts and culture, environment, human and social services and sports and recreation sectors. In particular, the Foundation will place priority on supporting organizations that work in the following areas to help Ontarians achieve … Read more
The website improves the public’s access to government information and services. It helps eliminate the need for people to search for government information across 200 websites, 70 call centres and over 1,500 counters, and three levels of government. For more information visit www.serviceontario.ca CONTACT: www.serviceontario.ca/english/feedback.htm
Ontario has developed a new Accessible Customer Service Standard. All businesses with at least one employee will have to comply with the new standard by January 1, 2012. The customer service standard will help people by understanding that customers with disabilities may have different needs, and finding the best way to help them access your … Read more
The Ontario Disability Support Program helps eligible people with disabilities by providing: financial help, this is called Income Support and it helps people with disabilities who are in financial need pay for living expenses, like food and housing. help finding a job, this is called Employment Supports and it helps people with disabilities who can … Read more
Through the Investing in Women’s Futures program, the OWD supports 26 women’s centres in communities across Ontario to provide programs and services to prevent violence against women and promote women’s economic independence. Through this program, the women’s centres deliver the following activities to support women in developing skills and abilities to reduce their vulnerability to … Read more
The Ontario Women’s Directorate, in partnership with ACTEW: A Commitment to Training and Employment for Women, has expanded and revised the guide to career awareness resources for girls and women. Shortcuts to Career Development Resources for Girls and Women is now available in both English and French and includes new sections with on-line resources and … Read more
Global Experience Ontario is an access and resource centre for the internationally trained. It can help internationally trained and educated individuals find out how to qualify for professional practice in Ontario. This one-stop centre offers a range of services for internationally educated individuals. For more information, please visit: http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/english/geo.asp
OntarioImmigration.ca is a web site provided by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration that helps newcomers find the information they need, before and after they arrive in Ontario. OntarioImmigration.ca gives information about living, working, doing business, and studying in Ontario. It helps newcomers learn about Ontario’s people and culture, weather and geography, and cities and … Read more
Opportunities Ontario is an immigration program that makes it easier for employers to get the highly skilled employees they need to compete. It also helps attract investment and creates jobs here in Ontario. It is an employer-driven program that facilitates the immigration process to help employers obtain workers for professional, managerial and skilled trades positions. … Read more
A new COIA will be negotiated early 2011. Details will be available when negotiations are concluded. Government Contact: Government of Canada Stephen Heckbert Director of Communications Office of the Minister Citizenship and Immigration Canada (613) 954-1064 Greg Scott Media Relations Communications Branch Citizenship and Immigration Canada (613) 941-7028 Government of Ontario Danna O’Brien Minister’s Office … Read more
The Immigrant Employment Loan Program provides access to credit for newcomers to pay for short-term training (up to 1 year) in order to find employment in their occupation. The maximum loan considered is 5,000, and funds can also cover an assessment of credentials, examination and professional association fees. For more details please visit http://www.maytree.com/grants/immigrant-employment-loan-program GOVERNMENT … Read more
The Ontario government supports programs that can help newcomers get their license or certificate in their profession or trade so that they can work in Ontario. These programs have been put together by employers, colleges and universities, occupational regulatory bodies, and community organizations. They are called ‘Bridging Programs.’ Each Bridging program is different and may … Read more
Each year, more than 5.0 million volunteers make Ontario a better place to live. These individuals and organizations help build stronger and safer communities. And, they contribute to the cultural richness and diversity that have made Ontario a model for the world. The Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration provides many programs and services to support … Read more