CO-OP

Banking on Business (flyer)

TDSB Banking on Business Program is partnered with BMO and National Bank to provide a group of motivated students with opportunities to gain real-life work experiences in the financial and business field. Students can participate in cooperative education opportunities in one of four dynamic downtown placements:

·      First Canadian Place - 100 King Street West

·      250 Yonge Street (Above Eaton Centre)

·      55 Bloor Street West

·  130 King Street West

Placements are available for Hybrid, In-person and Virtual Co-op students. However, 4 Credit students are preferred. There are limited two credit co-op positions. 

 Semester 2 Banking on Business Flyer

Banking on Business Program Website

• Applications for semester 1 open in May. Applications for semester 2 open in November.  

Stratagem – TDSB Creative Industries Virtual Co-op Program 

The Stratagem – TDSB Creative Industries Co-op Program is an online co-op experience for high school students that enables participants to explore aspects related to the creative industries. This program features guest talks from a variety of high-profile figures in the business to introduce a topic for investigation each week for students to research, collaborate, and reflect. Students work in teams under the guidance of their teacher(s) to present their findings back to the guest speaker at the end of the week. Students who complete the program are better prepared for pathways into careers in the industry, and are more aware of their options for further education to enable them to get there.

The program supports the following learning outcomes:

1. Describe the current state of the creative industries in Ontario;

2. Describe certain facets of the industry in terms of the techniques, the tools, or the issues that drive it;

3. Produce a creative presentation that responds to a topic;

4. Work in teams to organize work and determine roles for presentation;

5. Demonstrate professional approaches to presentation skills;

6. Explain different options in their ongoing education as a contributor to their career path;

7. Apply secondary research methods to the gathering of information on the creative industries.

The program will only be running in the summers moving forward. Students who apply for summer co-op who have an interest in the arts will have an opportunity to participate.

The program is appropriate for Arts and Culture SHSM students and all students who are interested in exploring careers in the Arts and Culture sector. Students must be willing to present to peers and industry leaders as well as work in groups with other TDSB students, virtually. Students will need access to a computer with a video camera and microphone along with reliable internet access.

HUMBER RIVER HEALTH - CO-OP PROGRAM

• Wilson Site

• Reactivation Centre Finch Site  

• Reactivation Centre Church Site

Humber River Health is accepting student healthcare applications for semester 1, 2024-2025 placements.  The “onsite” Co-op placements include Outpatient Programs, Inpatient Units, Specialty Services, Gift Shop, Information Desks and Recreation.  

The Student Application Package MUST include: The completed fillable HRH application, Questions/Answers on the Separate Sheet Provided, Cover Letter, Resume, Two References, Current Year Ontario Student Status Report and Student Attendance Profile.

Deadline to email complete student application packages Friday, June 7, 2024

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) Co-op Applications for SEM 1 2024-25 are open

SHN offers non-clinical co-op placements at one of the their 3 locations:

• Birchmount - 3030 Birchmount Road

• Centenary - 2867 Ellesmere Road

• General - 3050 Lawrence Ave. E

students who are interested in gaining valuable experience working within a hospital setting that will: 

• Engage in hands-on learning experiences.

• Apply theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom to practical scenarios.

• Gain insights into the day-to-day responsibilities and operations within the department.

• Cultivate essential workplace skills and habits necessary for professional settings.

• Acquire valuable experience that enhances their resumes for future academic pursuits and employment opportunities.

Please have your students review SHN Program Placement Overview

DUE DATE for submitting names is Monday May 20/24.

Etobicoke General Hospital is accepting student healthcare applications for semester one 2024-2025 placements. 

• Students must be 15 years of age or older at the start of their co-op placement. 

• Students must have a positive attitude, and a strong interest in a career in medicine/healthcare.

• Students must have good attendance, be punctual and committed to the placement to succeed. 

• Students will be working in a clinical area (Diagnostic Imaging, Labour & Delivery, Post Partum, Paediatrics, Acute Care for Elderly, Outpatient Physiotherapy, Inpatient Rehab, Cardiology, Fracture Clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, General Surgery, Oncology Clinic, Oncology/Palliative and Medicine) as well as Hospital Support Services (Volunteer Services, Gift Shop, and Information Desk). 

• Students will have two rotations of approx. 8 weeks each.

 The Completed Student Application Package must include:

• Application - Pages 1 to 3

• Two References

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Student Status Report  

Deadline to email complete student application packages to me:   Monday, May 27, 2024

Note:

• Confirmation of Students Accepted into the Program: Week of June 24

• Students who have a successful interview will be given Immunization Forms.  The Forms take 4-8 weeks to complete in full and must be submitted prior to the orientation date. Students must provide proof of two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

• Deadline for completed Immunization Forms: August 16, 2024

Student Orientation:

Morning & Full Day Students:  Wednesday, September 18th 9am - 12pm

Afternoon Students:  Wednesday, September 18th 1pm - 4pm

Location:  Etobicoke General Hospital, Volunteer Office

Co-op Start Date: September 23, 2024

Providence Healthcare

Providence Healthcare is now accepting applications for semester 2.  Providence is a health-care organization and a leader in rehabilitation, palliative care, long-term care, and community programs in Toronto.  Co-op placements are available in the following areas:

Long Term Care Facility:  Activation/Recreation Support

Rehab Hospital Clinics: Orthopedic & Amputee, Geriatric, Stroke Neuropathy, Outpatient Clinics

Administrative:  Outpatient Pharmacy, Volunteer Services Management, Health Information Management

Retail: Outpatient Pharmacy, Café/Gift Shop

Application Process

• Interested students must be at least 16 years of age, in Grade 11 or 12, enrolled in their school’s Co-op Education Program, and complete the following:

• Complete the Online Co-op Learner Application at https://unityhealth.to/get-involved/volunteer-at-unity-health/#providence-healthcare-high-school-co-op-learners-3

• Documents to be uploaded through the Application Portal:

• Resume

• Ontario Student Status Report (demonstrating good academic standing)

• Student Attendance Profile (demonstrating good attendance)

• Two (2) Reference Forms - Reference Forms cannot be completed by family or friends

Documents to be sent to vol.phc@unityhealth.to

• Proof of at least two (2) Canadian-approved COVID-19 vaccinations

• Parental Consent Form (for 17 years old or younger)

• Vulnerable Sector Screening check (for 18 years old and over; details to be provided at the time of the interview)

• Health Screening Form including a 2-Step TB Test (to be provided at the time of the interview; the cost of the TB tests will not be reimbursed)

TIMELINE:

• Applications for second semester may be submitted November 1 – February 1

• Completed applications are reviewed on a continuous basis and in the order in which they are received

• In-person interviews will begin early December

• Orientation Date - Tuesday February 20, 2024.

St. Joseph's Health Centre

St Joseph’s Health Centre is now accepting student healthcare applications for semester 2 2023-2024 placements.  The placements are ½ day only (AM or PM) no full day students. Students must be at least 16 years of age and in grade 11 or 12.  There are approximately 8-10 “onsite” Co-op placements at the following sites:

• St Joseph’s Health Centre, 30 The Queensway

• St Joseph’s Reactivation Care Centre, 200 Church St

• St Joseph’s Renal Care, 1020 Islington Ave

Students

• Should read the Information regarding the St Joseph’s Co-op Program: 

https://unityhealth.to/get-involved/volunteer-at-unity-health/#st-josephs-health-centre-high-school-co-op-learners-3

• Must complete the online application form, paper applications will not be accepted: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1364814299

• Must include contact information for two teacher references as St Joseph’s will email the teachers directly with a fillable reference form

• Must select 3 areas of interest: 

Queensway Site - Courtesy, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency, Eye Clinic, Fracture Clinic, Heart Function Clinic, IV Clinic, Laboratory, Oncology Clinic, Outpatient, Outpatient Pharmacy, Paediatrics, Pre-admission Clinic, surgery and

Islington Site - Dialysis

200 Church Site - Reactivation Care 

Deadline to apply online:  February 1, 2024 ,

NORTH YORK GENERAL HOSPITAL

Semester 2, 2023-2024
DEADLINE: Friday, December 1, 2023

Required Documents:

• TDSB Cooperative Education Expression of Interest Form

• Student Resume and Cover Letter

• References

• Student Status Summary

• Student Attendance Profile’

SUNNYBROOK-TDSB CO-OP PROGRAM

SEMESTER 1 2024- EXPRESSION OF INTEREST PROCESS IS OPEN ON ELIS

ELIS EOI DEADLINE FOR SEMESTER 1 2024 - September 6th by 4:00pm

Healthcare and non-healthcare placements available. Please click here for detailed information and deadlines. For more information please contact nathalie.barsoumian@tdsb.on.ca

University Health Network

• Toronto General Hospital

• Princess Margaret Hospital

• Toronto Western Hospital

• Toronto Rehabilitation Hospital

Medical Requirements:

Students will be required to get a 2 STEP TB test and have their doctor complete UHN Health Services form including proof of MMR, Varicella and two COVID immunizations. To be given to students when an offer of placement is made.

Applications for semester 1 open in May/June. Applications for semester 2 open in November.

Trillium Health Partners

Application Package Here: 

THP High School Co-Op Application Winter Session 2022.pdf 

• Credit Valley Hospital

• Mississauga Hospital

• Queensway Health Centre

Please see our OYAP Page for more information on OYAP co-op opportunities. 

PACE: PRE-APPRENTICESHIP COOPERATIVE EDUCATION  

PACE is a TDSB in-house construction program. Students have the opportunity to explore a skilled trade within the construction sector by participating in a co-op experience alongside a TDSB skilled trade employee. Skilled trades placements are currently open for     Electrician

YMCA

Shea Sells Boutique

Curl Lounge

Center 55

Hutchies

Toronto Humane Society

Skills Samaurai

Relocation

Earl Haige

Grace and Co

Beaches Pharma Save

Balmy Beach Pet Hospital

Main Street Terrace

Thrive

Courcellete

Don Valley Health and Wellness

The Beacher Cafe

Be Our Guest

Kal Tire

Shopper's Drug Mart Pharmacy

Vintage Bride

Beaches Metro

Shopper's Drug Mart Pharmacy

Adam beck

Kingston Road Animal Hospital

Cedarview Primary School

Kent Leckie Flooring

Revera Long Term Care

Step to TTC

Michelle Walker Real Estate

Craftsmen Renovations

Steve and Sally YMCA

Emerald City Designs

LA Fitness

Emerald City Designs

Sexton Works

Blantyre Public School

JT Construction

LA Fitness

Kew Beach Primary School

Blantyre Public School

Viaguard Accumetrics

Steve and Sally YMCA

Long and McQuade

Earl Gray Snr Primary

Beach Metro News

Movie Armments

D.A Morisson Middle School

Revera Long-Term Care

Earl Gray Senior Publie School

YMCA

No Bones About It

Second Voyage Vintage

Blantyre Public School

109 Cycles

Hands-on Exotics

Woodbine Animal Clinic

LA Fitness

Crazy Plant Store

RH McGregor

Written In Stone Landscape

DDM Welding

Beach Metro News

Canine Social Company

Norway Primary School

Rix Real Estate

100 Miles The Brand

Valentina Giorcelli Photography

Island Flight School

Backdoor Shoes

Antigravity Rigging

Studio Mooi

360 Eyecare
Cooper Equipment Rentals

Woodgreen Daycares

Army Reserve Cooperative Education Program

The Army Reserve Cooperative Education Program is a joint undertaking between the Toronto District School Board and 32 Canadian Brigade Group. This is a full day 4-credit program that is offered semester 2 Monday to Friday at Moss Park Armoury. Students receive military pay during training and are accredited with all three levels of Basic Military Qualification and will be fully qualified soldiers at the end of the program. Students will also be offered summer employment upon successful completion.

The Army Reserve Co-op Program introduces students to career opportunities in the Canadian Armed Forces. The program includes leadership training, fitness, and the building of self-confidence, respect, discipline, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Semester 2 only - Full Day, In-person placement

Applications due: November

Requirements:

•  Minimum Grade 10 with 15 credits

• Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

• 16-17 years and in school full-time with parental consent

• 18 years without parental consent

Selection Process:

• Aptitude Test / Physical Fitness Test / Two-part medical examination / Interview / Reliability Check – must be free of any legal obligations

 Basic Eligibility:

• Able to travel to local Canadian Forces Bases for 3-4 weeks  

Training Includes:                                                                                       

• Regulations and general service knowledge, Fitness training, Dress, discipline, deportment, Teamwork, and leadership, WHMIS training, First Aid – St John Ambulance First Aid & CPR, Stress Training including Resiliency, Navigation, Weapons handling: C& Assault Rifle, C9 Light Machine Gun, C6 General Purpose Machine Gun, 84mm Carl Gustov, M7A Rocket Launcher, C13 Grenade, M203A1Grenade Launcher, Soldier Skills - Drill/Marching

Be Our Guest                 

The Be Our Guest program is a cooperative education program for students interested in hospitality & tourism including the business/management side of the industry. All placements are in person.

Hotel Placements:

• The Hilton Downtown

• The Hazelton Hotel Yorkville

• Fairmont Royal York

• King Edward Hotel

• Marriott City Centre

• InterContinental Hotel

• MTCC

Placements may include (varies by semester):

Human Resources/Front Desk Rotation - half day afternoons

Students will learn hiring practices, onboarding and staff training for half of the placement. The other half will be Front of House learning about reservations, reservation management software, check-in, check-out procedures, hotel occupancy rates and hotel management.

Rooms Division - half day afternoons

Students will learn what is required to get a room ready for a hotel guest including what amenities are common and which are for VIPs. They will also learn about housekeeping management, room turnover, room checks and more.

Sales and Revenue/Reservations - half day afternoons

Position will appeal to a student interested in business studies specifically in sales. Student will learn about what brings revenue into a hotel including guest stays, events, food and beverage sales. Student will learn about the reservation software and customer service related to reservations.

Housekeeping and Laundry Rotation - half day or full day

This position will appeal to students hoping to work in housekeeping at a hotel and ideal for a student looking for part-time work or in grade 12 planning to go into the workforce upon graduation.

The students will work half time in housekeeping learning how to set up a room for guests including how to properly make a bed. A previous student stated: “There is nothing more satisfying than a perfectly made bed!” She was hired as a part-time staff while in grade 11. The other half of the placement will be in laundry. Many hotels no longer have on site laundry facilities so this is a rare opportunity to experience large scale laundry services in a hotel setting.

Concierge and Front Office Rotation - Half day or full day

This position will appeal to students interested in event planning and customer service. 

The students will work half the placement with the Club InterContinental Concierge team (this area is dedicated specifically to business people and VIPs staying on the Club floors). The other half of the placement will be with Front Office which includes: reservations, amenities, front desk and more.

Business Rotation 

On-site or blended model (minimum 3 days per week on site) positions available. Students will learn about the business of running a large event centre. The position will appeal to students interested in business management, HR, and/or event planning.

• Successful candidate will provide support in multiple departments

• This will be a rotational opportunity whereby student will be exposed to different job functions within the Centre such as in Operations, HR, Events & Catering

• Basic computer experience required, good organizational and team work skills

• At least 3 full days availability is ideal (9-4pm working hours), blended model possible  

Kitchen:  

Full-day co-op position which could lead to a full apprenticeship and/or job. MTCC has their own 3 year apprenticeship program. They are also a great company to work for with good pay, benefits, and advancement opportunities.Interested students need to be in 4 credit co-op in semester 2 and ideally in grade 12 to take advantage of further opportunities.

More information:

• Successful candidate will shadow Culinary team and get exposure to basic kitchen helper duties

• It’s an extremely fast paced, high intensity work environment

• Attention to safety is emphasized 

• Basic kitchen experience would be an asset such as knife handling

STEP to Transportation - Specialized Trades Exploration Program to Transportation

This full-day 4-credit Coop program provides a great opportunity for students to experience the Transportation/transit industry through participation in a variety of skilled trades at TTC Garages. Students remain on the home school's roll while participating in work placements at one of twelve TTC Repair and Maintenance Garages. All students become OYAP Participants and will receive documentation confirming the completion of their hours, should they wish to pursue the trade as a career.

As part of this program, students will also participate in a dual credit program, earning one college credit in addition to their cooperative education courses!

Information Flyer!

Application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MnQFEoWhw93f5DWfL3Urlqle8PqfbdH_VCmHiKYwZVY/edit?usp=sharing