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On this page you will find resources to help with the integration of Pathways exploration into Experiential Learning. Many of these are no cost and have a focus on Canadian content. Each states the division it is recommended for with the labels P/J/ I and/or S. As well as if there is French language content available "FL" has been used to indicate this.
For more information about any of these resources, please visit the SPREADSHEET
Update 2021/2022
Update 2021/2022
No affiliation is required for 2021-2022 school year for all Ontario public schools (elementary and secondary). Affliation fees are sheduled to return in 2022/2023. This will allow all schools access to our programming, including our competitions, in-school presentations for students (which are being provided virtually!), virtual Parent Presentations, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit workshops, Young Women’s Initiatives, publications, and other opportunities that may be developed. Please note that some fees, such as the registration fees for the Skills Ontario Competition, are not included in this funding.
Developed by OCTE, these resources provide a suite of Experiential Learning Opportunities related to the Skilled Trades. With an intentional connection between Skilled Trades and global competencies, these resources may be used throughout the year/semester to further engage students. Having virtual and face-to-face delivery in mind you could adapt this to any classroom. All of the resources come in various versions so you can tailor this to your classrooms. (I, S) FL
Virtual Tours
Virtual Tours
This GOOGLE SHEET lists Virtual Ontario College and University Tours available Spring 2020 (S)
Take a virtual reality tour of some of the most fascinating workplaces across the country with the 360° videos below as you explore future career paths. (J, I, S)
(UK/US site) Multiple partners provide materials to cultivate the next generation of manufacturing leaders and innovators. New lesson plans and self-paced modules are rooted in STEM principles explore career options and provide a school-to-home connection (J, I, S)
Job Certification
Job Certification
*Note - these are paid certifications, however they are from companies that have been and will continue to be used by school boards outside of current school closures
Employment certification such as Confined Spaces Awareness; General Safety; Lockout, Tagout and much more (I, S)
Online health & safety training, such as WHMIS (I, S)
SHSM Certifications such as Conflict Resolution; Event Coordination and Leadership (I, S)
Certifications for SHSM, Leadership and Pathways. There are guest speaker and workshop available as well (*cost involved). (I, S)
Mentorship/Guest Speakers/Subject Expert
Mentorship/Guest Speakers/Subject Expert
The OCCA offers classroom presentations regarding career opportunities in construction. OCCA visits over 200 Ontario high schools each year at no cost to talk to students about the many great career options in the construction industry. (I, S)
Answer a daily 10 question quiz, discover cool career paths and unlock information to help guide your career and post-secondary decisions, all while gaining points that can be used to support charities or to earn bursaries. Check out the Let's Talk Science Most Informed School Competition. (I, S), FL
Watch Exclusive Interviews with Tradespeople and learn about their work and how to enter their field. (I,S)
The careers resources on this site provide educators with the tools to help them take students from their initial thinking about STEM careers to a deeper understanding of the variety of careers available. (I, S) FL
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A Career Tool - you can use to learn more about fields of study and how graduates are doing after school.
Career quizzes - Six quizzes are available for you to discover your work preferences, key skills and strengths related to your learning type.
Job Profiles - Research an occupation to find out what the job is all about. You can see how much you could make, what skills and education you need, and whether there will be jobs in this field over the next few years. (I, S) FL
Search careers available in the Canadian Armed Forces. For each career and career overview is provided along with training, entry plans, part time options and related careers. (I, S) FL
CareerWise website of news and views in career, employment, skills, education, workforce - with a section on Students & Youth. There is also a French-language sister site: https://orientaction.ceric.ca/ (I, S) FL
The Reel Opportunities programme, presented by REEL CANADA and Bell Media, offers online workshops designed to expose young people to the hundreds of career opportunities in the Canadian film industry — completely free of charge! One-hour workshops will be led by REEL CANADA facilitators who provide an overview of career paths in Canadian film and will feature a working film industry professional speaking about their own experiences in a specific area of interest.
Student Job Readiness Activities/Job Simulations
Student Job Readiness Activities/Job Simulations
#SkillsAnywhere Challenge Series is a fun way for Ontarians of all ages to develop their skills and explore the skilled trades and technologies! On the first Monday of every month, Skills Ontario launches a new challenge that will test your skills in creativity, planning, and more. These activities are completely versatile, meaning you could do them on your own, in the classroom, or with your family and friends! Have fun! (I, S) FL
Skills Ready provides tools for young people to prove they are work ready, while enabling them to build a real world understanding of the advantages of starting out in the Skilled Trades and technologies can do for their future. (I, S)
Workshops/Conferences
Workshops/Conferences
Contains information to help students explore apprenticeship & Skilled Trades opportunities. Check back often for upcoming events. (I, S) FL
These no-cost presentations are available for all publicly funded elementary and secondary schools in Ontario. FNMI-focused, French Language and parent presentations are also available. (J, I) FL
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