Leaving a legacy is an important part of your life’s work - otherwise, what’s it all about?
There has never been a better time to take on a young apprentice! New employer incentives are available!
Too much work, not enough hands?
WE CAN HELP!
Why OYAP?
Gain access to an excellent source of young, enthusiastic and skilled students with strong support systems to ensure success.
Through OYAP, employers can assess students on the job before committing to an apprenticeship.
WSIB coverage is provided by the Ministry of Education during the contract.
Employers are under no obligation to pay students.
OYAP students do not affect apprentice ratios.
What employers have to say.
“Pro-Tek Electric has been supporting high school students with co-op placements for over 25 years. It has been our commitment to give back to the community and youth that would like to learn a skilled trade. Over the years we have hired many co-op students as apprentices who have become certified electricians.
We welcome the opportunity to help the youth of today.”
— Robert Scali, Pro-Tek Electric
“As a former co-op student many years ago I truly appreciate the program and the enthusiasm of the students. I like to think of it as “paying it forward”. The students just need a chance, as we all did at one time, to figure out our interests and where our paths may lead us.
I believe the co-op program is invaluable and I have several licensed technicians who came through it to prove it.”
— Tony Costa, Carmen Transportation
Be a mentor.
To operate a successful business, you need well-trained and motivated employees. Training can be expensive. Training and mentoring a student through OYAP allows you to create the employee that you want at no cost to you other than your time.
Help make us better.
Do you have ideas about how we can improve? How can we promote the trades in a better way? How can we prepare future apprentices better? Be part of our Advisory Committee!