tools in the trade bootcamp
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Support Ontario Youth and Landscape Ontario
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Horticulture Tools in the Trades Boot Camp
March 14, 2022
 
Support Ontario Youth and Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association are offering youth and adult job seekers, who are interested in learning about landscape and horticulture, a one-day training hands-on opportunity.  The Horticulture Tools in the Trades Boot Camp will be held on March 14th at the Landscape Ontario’s Head office in Milton.
 

This is an excellent opportunity for job seekers
to gain an understanding of the field
as well as meet potential employers.

Up to 30 individuals, divided into two teams, will take part in this 1-day event which will include a 1/2 day in-class session where they will learn about employability skills such as resume writing, interviewing skills, workplace etiquette, and financial planning; and a 1/2 day experiential learning session where teams of 5 work together to complete activities in:

Technology (1 of the following)
a. learning how to operate a robotic lawn mower, or
b. smart irrigation system, or
c. using a landscape measurement tool 

Planting (both)
a. design and layout a small garden to plan, and
b. complete a planting exercise and take home the finished product 

Construction
a. build a small deck

An Employer Panel will take place during the lunch break to allow participants can ask questions to gain insight into the horticulture trades. After lunch the teams will switch to do the opposite activity to finish out the day.
 

Participants receive a FREE lunch and
an Apprenticeship Starter Tool Kit valued at $250

Who: Recent high school/college/university graduates, or adult job seekers interested in exploring a landscape and horticultural career

To be eligible for this free one-day training opportunity you must be: 
     

  • A minimum of 18+ years old       
  • A Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident       
  • Have a strong interest in Horticulture Field       
  • W Work boots or safety shoes strongly recommended
  • PROOF OF DOUBLE VACCINATION AND PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED

What: Tools in the Trade Boot Camp promoting landscape and horticultural career and pathways opportunities

When: March 14th (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Where: Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton Ontario

How: Register now at https://bit.ly/32vWKXi  

 

ACTION REQUESTED

We would appreciate your organization promoting this Tools in The Trade Boot Camp to your clients who might be interested in exploring a career in landscape and horticulture. We have attached an information flyer to circulate and post to your networks, with our thanks. 

For more information contact: srafols@landscapeontario.com
Thank you all in advance for your support in connecting youth and job seekers to amazing in-demand careers in the landscape and horticultural sector.
Please note all COVID safety protocols will be in effect. Masks must be worn, social distancing, etc.
 
 

This message is sent by Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
Contact us at info@horticulturetechnician.ca

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