Provides job seekers with industry training that enhances skill sets, productivity, safety, and workplace communication. Helps to increase job prospects and job mobility for workers in the cannabis industry in a practical learning environment.
Program requires 30 to 40 hours per week and includes:
- health and safety training
- cannabis legislation and regulations
- quality control and product packaging
- cannabis production, farm labour, sanitation, and trimming
- workplace communication
- industry exploration and career planning
- paid industry work placement
This program is made possible through the SkillsAdvance Ontario (SAO) pilot project. It is funded by the Government of Ontario, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.
Organizations that offer this Service
Sites that offer this Service
Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30-16:30
Tuesday:
8:30-16:30
Wednesday:
8:30-16:30
Thursday:
8:30-16:30
Friday:
8:30-16:30
Saturday:
Closed
Toll-Free Number: 1-855-223-8231
Work: 416-821-3487
110 James St S
Hamilton, ON
L8P 2Z2
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- eligible to work in Canada
- currently unemployed, working less than 20 hours per week, or in an unsteady work situation
- available to commit to full-time program hours for the duration of the program
- clean criminal background check
Areas Served
Hamilton
Fees
Fee
None
There is no cost to participate in the program. Participants will be responsible for personal transportation to and from training and employment sites, as well as living expenses such as food and rent.
Languages
English
Application Instructions
Applicants must complete and submit the online application form, then attend a program information session. Those who are eligible and suitable will be invited to attend an interview.
Last Full Update
March 14, 2023