Landscape Ontario's Grow New Entrant Training Program

Start Date
Job ready in as little as 6 weeks. Training is free.

What's Landscape Ontario?

Landscape Ontario is the province's premier horticultural trades association with over 2,800 employer members province-wide. The GROW Program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. All training is provided free of charge.

About this event

The GROW: New Entrant Training Program offers four weeks of online and in-person training followed by a two-week paid job placement in the Muskoka-Kawartha region or the Greater Toronto & Hamilton area.

Developed by industry professionals, the GROW curriculum will help you kick start your career in landscape and horticulture.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age 18+
  • Resident of Ontario
  • Seeking full-time employment
  • Unemployed or underemployed
  • Available to attend full-time training

Skills Training

  • 4 WEEKS
  • Monday-Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Featuring online & hands-on learning at Landscape Ontario in Milton. Transportation available within the Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area.

Paid Workplace Trial

  • 2 WEEKS
  • Schedule & pay rate set by employer.

Full-time on-the-job training with a sector employer in your area. Training positions are intended to lead to regular employment.

For additional inquiries please contact Amanda Laszcz, Program Manager: alaszcz@landscapeontario.com

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