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(1/2) It's Small Business Week!
If you're a small business owner in Ontario, you can access free resources to help you understand your responsibilities [1/2]
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(2/2) [2/2] under the Employment Standards Act (ESA):
- Key ESA information for small businesses
- Your guide to the Employment Standards Act
- Employment standards self-service tool
#EmploymentStandards #Ontario
(1/2) 🎬 Calling all Ontario high school students!
Create an original video that promotes workplace health and safety awareness for a chance to win $2,000.
Submit your video by February 27, 2026.[1/2]
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(2/2) [2/2] Learn more: ontario.ca/page/youth-video-…
#YouthVideoContest #WorkplaceSafety #OntarioStudents #HealthAndSafety
(1/2) Looking to retrain for a new career? Better Jobs Ontario can help. [1/2]
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(2/2) [2/2] Eligible job seekers can receive skills training for in-demand jobs, with financial support of up to $35,000 for programs lasting up to two years.
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/better-jobs-…
#BetterJobsOntario #EmploymentOntario
(1/2) Did you know Employment Ontario connects residents aged 18 or older to adult learning courses? [1/2]
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(2/2) [2/2] We’re protecting workers by helping strengthen their reading, writing, math, digital and workplace skills giving them the confidence to pursue new opportunities and build rewarding, good-paying careers.
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/adult-learni…
Ontario is building on the success of the 2025 pilot the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) initiative.
We’re supporting Ontario’s economy by helping communities address local labour shortages.
Learn more: Ontario.ca/REDI
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Looking for work, training or a career change? Employment Ontario can help. 💪
Through Employment Ontario, job seekers can access free one-on-one support, skills training, job-search resources and pathways to rewarding in-demand careers.
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/employment-o…
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Through the Skills Development Fund, Peter gained hands-on experience, made valuable connections and developed the skills needed to pursue a rewarding career in the skilled trades.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
🔨 Timmins, get ready to Level Up!
The Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair is coming to Timmins on October 14th, with a free Open House from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. [1/2]
[2/2] Try your hand at the trades, watch live demonstrations, meet employers, and discover career pathways in the skilled trades.
Learn more: levelupontario.ca/open-house…
Sudbury, it’s time to Level Up!
Join us at the Level Up! Open House in Sudbury on October 28 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Explore rewarding careers in the skilled trades and connect with employers!
Learn more: levelupontario.ca/open-house…
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🚨 Reminder! Ontario’s call for pre-apprenticeship training proposals closes Oct. 27.
Help open the door for the next generation of workers who will build Ontario’s future!
More info: forms.mgcs.gov.on.ca/en/data…
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Ontario and the Government of Canada are protecting workers and supporting key industries in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty.
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Ontario is taking action to protect Hamilton’s steel workers.
Together with the Government of Canada, we’re investing more than $200,000 to expand skills training and employment supports for workers impacted by U.S. tariffs,
Learn More: on-at-work-en.visitlink.me/n…
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Barrie, get ready to Level Up! 🛠️⚡
Join us at the Level Up! Career Fair Open House in Barrie to learn about careers, training opportunities and pathways into the skilled trades.
📅 October 6
🕒 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Learn more: on-at-work-en.visitlink.me/s…
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Paid hourly, on a fixed salary or with a fluctuating salary?
Overtime pay may be calculated differently.
Use the ES Self-Service Tool to check whether your pay meets ESA minimum standards: apps.labour.gov.on.ca/es-sel…
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