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Who is “Laid-off worker”?

What is “Interim Jobs to Make Ends Meets”?

An “interim job to make ends meet” must have a lower wage and/or a lower skill level compared to the original. These jobs may be full-time, part-time, seasonal, or contract work.

What is “Demand Occupation”?

“Demand occupation” means there is a demonstrated need in Ontario. You’ll need to provide labour market information, but not necessarily job postings, with your application.

What is “Better Jobs”?

A “better job” must be at a higher wage or higher skill level or offer more opportunity for the future.

If you received Employment Insurance (EI)

between six months and two years of skills training for National Occupational Classification (NOC) skill level B and equivalent occupations in demand in Ontario
up to one year of academic upgrading where necessary as a prerequisite for skills training.

If you are not eligible for Employment Insurance (EI)

Non-EI-eligible individuals may qualify for:
up to two years of skills training for either NOC skill level B or NOC skill level C occupations and equivalent in demand in Ontario
up to one year of academic upgrading where necessary as a prerequisite for skills training.

More information about Second Career

Please visit the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development website at http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/secondcareer/ You can also contact your local Employment Ontario office for confirmation of your eligibility for financial assistance under the Second Career program.

Note:

This is not a Government of Ontario website the only purpose of this website is to provide information and support to individuals seeking education and career development in Ontario.