The LKDSB Pathways Program
Step 3 – GET INVOLVED
- Students will use an Annual Education Pathway Planner to map out course selections related to career areas and post secondary requirements
- Students will discuss pathway plans with parent/guardian, teachers, guidance counsellor, professionals in the community and/or mentors to ensure appropriate choices
- Community members can ‘Get Involved’ in a variety of ways…Career talks and Career Fairs, providing Workplace Tours, Job Shadowing, Cooperative Education and OYAP opportunities, etc.
Follow one of the links below to find out how to ‘Get Involved’ as a Community Member:
» 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 | Ontario Youth Apprentice Program |
| Workplace/Industry Tours | School-Work Transition Program | |
| Take Our Youth to Work Day | Project Based Learning |
How to get started!
- Contact the Co-operative Education Teacher at your local high school today!
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:
- 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 trained, 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 and 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"
"We release the value in student career planning... it opens the door for students to see the vast career opportunities within not only the health care system, but any industry."
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 energy 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