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» iechamilton.on.ca
The mandate is to bring people and resources together to deliver programming that complements our education system and provides community-based learning opportunities for students. The IEC serves 195 Schools, 13,550 Students, 1,265 Teachers and 2,040 Employers.
» Passport to Prosperity
Passport to Prosperity – a provincial campaign designed to increase the number of employers participating in student work experience programs. Passport to Prosperity is being managed locally by the Industry-Education Council (IEC) of Hamilton.
Opportunities for Employers to work with students.
Short Term |
Medium Term |
Long Term |
Career Talks |
Job Shadowing |
Cooperative Education Program |
Career Fairs / Days |
Work Experience |
Ontairo Youth Apprentice Program |
Workplace/Industry Tours |
School-Work Transition Program |
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Take Our Youth to Work Day |
Project Based Learning |
How to get started!
What are Employers Expected to Do?
Provide a safe working and learning environment
Direct and guide students' learning through on-site supervision, help students function as an integral part of the team
Facilitate challenging learning experiences that will encourage personal growth and develop career goals
What Support Will You Receive?
Our School Staff will:
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Assess student and placement to ensure a good match
Organize and conduct pre-placement orientation to prepare students including Job Maintenance and Health and Safety
Manage administrative tasks including: WSIB (covered by Ministry of Education if the student is not receiving wages) and evaluation
Consult regularly with employers, supervisors, and students to ensure a successful experience
Benefits for Employers
Builds the Talent Pool
Increases the number of better trainined, better prepared workers
Provides the skilled workers needed for today's competitive market
Attracts youth to industry sectors facing skill shortages
Brings fresh, new ideas and perspectives into the workplace
Builds the leadership interpersonal skills of your existing team
Makes Economic Sense
Cost efficient, effective means of training your future workforce
Cost efficient, low-risk method of recruiting
Builds your reputation as an "employer of choice"
Linda Vancso, Norfolk General Hospital
Stronger Communities, Better Schools
Curriculum is enhanced when employers and schools work together to integrate classroom and workplace learning
Economic development and growth flourishes with a well-trained, skilled labour force.
"Students bring a unique perspective to the workplace - we love the engergy of the students, the excitement they bring. We wish we could package it. It is a huge success when you see how quickly they learn and become experts at the job."
Linda Goncalves, Rogers Cable 20
Schools |
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Ancaster
High |
905 648-4468
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Barton |
905 389-2234
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Delta |
905 549-3031
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Glendale |
905 560-7343
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Highland
Secondary |
905 628-2203
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Hill
Park |
905 385-3257
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Mountain Secondary |
905 388-2521
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Orchard Park |
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Parkside High |
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Parkview |
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Saltfleet |
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Sherwood |
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Sir Allan MacNab |
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Sir John A Macdonald |
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Sir Winston Churchill |
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Waterdown District |
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Westmount |
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