Better Jobs Ontario

Better Jobs Ontario is a government initiative in Ontario that helps underemployed or redundant individuals. The program offers a second career program, which allows you to quickly gain in-demand skills for the job market. At Ontario Skills Institute, the Better Jobs Ontario program can help you find suitable jobs that align with your career goals.

Financing

Tuition fees listed are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date fees and schedules, please contact our Admissions Office. 
Ontario Skills Institute provides affordable education by offering a variety of financial options and flexible payment plans to both domestic and international students.
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You may be elegible if

you were laid off, termed ‘redundant ‘or are unemployed.

You were Laid-off by the company after 2004

you worked part-time

You have taken maternity or paternity leave in the past five years

You need disability benefits for training duration

you have received Employment Insurance (EI) or currently receiving EI

-If you are eligible - You can get up to $28,000-

Ontario Skills Institute offers approved courses under the Better Jobs Ontario program that can provide maximum benefits for tuition, books, transportation, child care, manuals, and living expenses.

Benefits of taking the Better Jobs Ontario

New directions fresh perspective

  • There are many options for you based on your skills and background.
  • You just need guidance on how to start fresh.
  • At Ontario Skills Institute, you'll receive the right assistance to prove you can improve with a second opportunity.


Get new skills

  • Choose your course and gain the knowledge you need to thrive in today's competitive environment.

Offers fund

  • The Ontario Government has allocated funds to assist Ontarians in acquiring the necessary skills for employment.

Financial Aid

  • The best part of Better Jobs Ontario is the financial aid, which is a grant provided by the Ontario Government, not a loan.

How to apply for the Better Jobs Ontario?​

To access this funding opportunity, you need to select a Full-time program which compliments your experience and skill set.
The primary intention of Better Jobs Ontario program is to ensure that you get through the occupation listed under the National Occupation Classification (NOC) codes of B or C. So, make sure to follow this requirement while choosing the course.
 There are several employment agencies set up by Ontario Government to guide the individuals. They will give proper training to help choose the best career, keeping in mind the skills and talent you have. box

Some of things you will need for your Better Jobs Ontario application?​

Period for which you have been unemployed or looking for work
All the places and position you have applied till now
Level of education
Past details of the work
The skills and job you want to train for are in demand
The skills you want to learn and why you want to learn them.

Frequently asked questions

What is Better Jobs Ontario?

A provincial program that helps laid-off and unemployed Ontarians retrain for in-demand jobs. It's a grant, not a loan — you don't pay it back. Funding is arranged through your local Employment Ontario office, not through the college.

Am I eligible?

Better Jobs Ontario is designed for people who have been laid off, are unemployed or underemployed, and want to train for a job that's in demand. Eligibility is assessed by an Employment Ontario case manager, so the best first step is to contact your nearest Employment Ontario office and ask for a Better Jobs Ontario assessment. We can point you to one if you're not sure where to start.

How much does it cover?

Up to $28,000 for tuition, books, transportation, basic living expenses and, where needed, child care or disability supports. The amount depends on your circumstances and is determined by Employment Ontario, not by the college.

Which Ontario Skills Institute programs qualify?

Better Jobs Ontario funds full-time skills training that takes 52 weeks or less. Our diploma programs are delivered 100% online on a set weekly schedule, which meets the full-time requirement without you having to attend a campus. Contact admissions and we'll confirm which program fits your training plan and provide the documents your case manager will ask for.

How do I apply?

Contact your local Employment Ontario office and book an assessment. Tell your case manager which Ontario Skills Institute program you're interested in. We'll provide your Letter of Acceptance, program outline and cost estimate for your application. Once approved, your funding is paid to you directly and you enrol.

How do I pay tuition once I'm approved?

Better Jobs Ontario funding is paid to you, and you pay tuition in full at enrolment. Because the funding covers tuition upfront, there is no payment plan for funded learners.

Who do I contact with questions?

For funding questions: your Employment Ontario case manager. For program and enrolment questions: admissions@ontarioskillsinstitute.ca.
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