Feeding Your Future
Promoting agri-food jobs and training opportunities across
Ontario.
Making connections in the agri‑food workforce.
Employers are seeking qualified candidates for Ontario’s food, beverage and agri-products sector. Feeding Your Future wants to make it easier for employers to find, train, and retain the workers they need, and help employ Ontarians with meaningful jobs during COVID-19 and beyond.
Want to learn more?
Explore these project toolkits to learn more and register for upcoming events.
Employer Toolkit Job Seeker ToolkitJob Matching Concierge Service
OFA is partnering with AgCareers.com and CareersInFood.com to help agri-food businesses set up an account online, post job openings, and manage applications.
Streamlining the process of connecting job seekers with agri‑food employers
Through webinars, agri-training opportunities and virtual career fairs, Feeding Your Future allows candidates to learn more about agriculture, enter the workforce feeling prepared and confident and bridges the gap to new employers and job opportunities.
Webinars
Free webinars for job seekers and employers to learn about opportunities in agri-food, health, safety and workplace cultureAgri-training
A new online certificate for employees and job seekers as an introduction to agri-food safety and awarenessCareer Fairs
Free online events hosted across the province to connect agri-food employers and job seekersFacebook Posts
"Over half of youth living locally feel successful career opportunities only lie in urban communities although good, high paying jobs exist locally"- @launchpadyatc
Visit yatc.ca/ to explore program & job opportunities beyond urban centers, in Grey Bruce region!
Interested in a career in technology and telecommunications? The recent launch of @TELUS_Ag opens more career opportunities to service the #agindustry!
Check out this article to learn more: ow.ly/lDKl50CoaCB
"Any skill sets or backgrounds you have, agriculture employers are looking for those skills", very true words spoken by Danielle Collins!
Check out the full @farmtario article on page 6 about how agriculture education is evolving to fit modern needs ow.ly/cxdA50Conf1
"I may have grown up urban but now and always, I will live rural because it's just better for my mental health"
Meet Deborah Vanberkel originally from the area of Kingston, Ontario!
Deb grew up in an urban region but now finds herself surrounded by all things agriculture! She has successfully found a way to combine her degree in Behavioural Psychology with the world of farming. Until she met her husband, Deb had no connection or background knowledge related to agriculture. Her family and friends were taken by surprise when she began dating a dairy farmer but she now enjoys taking part in operating the farm with her husband and children 🐄
Deb worked for Addictions and Mental Health Services for 14 years but in 2017, she decided to quit and pursue developing her own private services. She was inspired by the struggles of local farmers who were facing serious mental illness and decided to create the Farmer Wellness Program. After becoming immersed in the agriculture sector, Deb began to recognize a gap. There was no adequate support available for farmers to be understood about the constant challenges and pressures they face daily. Deb took advantage of her gained knowledge in agriculture and decided to offer services of in-person or over the phone sessions with very flexible booking times and rescheduling.
Deb has built relationships with clients all over Ontario! She is also connected with the University of Guelph and the Canadian Mental Health Association by delivering literacy in mental health in agriculture. She is proud to connect with so many individuals and offer this service to not only understand but also relate to the unique challenges farmers face!
#FeatureYourFuture #FeedYourFuture
Very good morning god bless you
Let's all take a moment today to think about all of the brave Canadians who fought for this great nation #lestweforget #CanadaRemembers
Even though things may be a little different this year, don't miss out on the virtual experience at this years Royal Agricultural Winter Fair!
We are hosting a Virtual Career Fair with @agcareers with a lot of great employers available! This event is wrapping up for today but don't worry- there will be another chance at our next career fair this Thursday from 11am-2pm. See you there!
#FeedYourFuture #ontag #rawf20
❗ Its' not too late ❗ Register for our free virtual career fair today at 11am! Don't miss a chance to visit with employers until 2pm at virtual booths and get connected with #ontariojobs
feedingyourfuture.ca/career-fairs/ #FeedYourFuture #ontag
"It was always my dream to start a business and I knew that agriculture definitely presented a host of entrepreneurial opportunity"
Introducing Ben Cullen originally from Markham, Ontario!
Ben is currently a writer for the Toronto Star, sharing a column with his Father about gardening, food and the environment. He is also a proud entrepreneur as founder of Cullen's Foods, aiming to transparently provide the best quality products in a way that improves physical health, our environment and our communities. Ben obtained an Associate Diploma in Agriculture as well as a Bachelor of Commerce, giving him background to start his own business💼
Ben's initial introduction to plant production was through his Dad and Grandpa who worked in the nursery-retail business in the GTA. He discovered his love of working outdoors through summer jobs in high school on the greens crew at a local golf course. His boss encouraged him to pursue greens management which led him to explore possibilities in agriculture that presented a more diverse range of opportunities than he imagined. He has learned the importance of putting yourself out there and embracing the circumstances where opportunities exist. With a deep interest in food, he was excited to realize there was an opportunity for these interests to come together!
Before starting his agricultural business, it was difficult for Ben to imagine the connections and relationships that could be built and maintained within an urban setting. Yet, these relationships have helped his business thrive. He is happy that he was able to pursue his dream of starting his own business with the support of these connections. Ben has always admired the entrepreneurial spirit of farmers and agri-businesses that play a large role in the agriculture industry. People in agriculture, farmers especially, understand his goals as a founder and are extremely supportive!
#FeatureYourFuture #FeedYourFuture
Ever considered the importance of creating a job description?
Listen to our webinar recording "Crafting Effective Job Descriptions: Targeting the Ideal Candidate" to learn why job descriptions are essential to find the right employee for your operation! ow.ly/Q4RE50CcumT
Enter the Grow Your Skills virtual environment, presented by @RBC Future Launch at this years @THERAWF!
Among webinars and networking opportunities, #feedingyourfuture will be hosting virtual career fairs with @AgCareers NEXT week. See you there! ow.ly/sism50Cbqnw
"Over half of youth living locally feel successful career opportunities only lie in urban communities although good, high paying jobs exist locally"- @launchpadyatc
Visit https://yatc.ca/ to explore program & job opportunities beyond urban centers, in Grey Bruce region!
Interested in a career in technology and telecommunications? The recent launch of @TELUS_Ag opens more career opportunities to service the #AgIndustry!
Check out this article to learn more: http://ow.ly/lDKl50CoaCB
"Any skill sets or backgrounds you have, agriculture employers are looking for those skills", wise words spoken by @letsgrowfood!
Check out the full @farmtario article on page 6 about how agriculture education is evolving to fit modern needs
Farmtario
Farmtario - 16/11/2020
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It's important to know what stands out to employers so make sure to check out these tips ⬇️
On this #TipTuesday we look at tips on what every resume should include! Learn more on http://CareersInFood.com: https://www.careersinfood.com/what-every-resume-should-include-article-286.htm
#CareerTips #ResumeTips #JobSearch #CareersInFood
Although our virtual career fairs have wrapped up for 2020, we're excited to announce our next province-wide career fair with @AgCareers!
On March 11, 2021, job seekers can explore employment options for the spring hiring season. Register here: http://ow.ly/yl7a50Cn2JA
Sounds like a great way to brush up on interview skills!
Learn techniques to think on your feet, bring enthusiasm and believe in yourself throughout a job interview. Plus, try a one-to-one practice interview with us and get constructive feedback. Join in Thursday November 19th at 10:00am, sign up here https://www.algonquincollege.com/perth-employment/event/ces-workshop-calendar-november-2020/
Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!
Spots still available to hear from Chris Koch, a Canadian farmer who is breaking down barriers & demonstrating that people who have a disability can be successful working in the Agri-Food sector https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cultivating-non-traditional-talent-accessing-the-disability-community-tickets-127307360743
@OntarioFarms @CdnAgHRCouncil @FeedYourFuture
It's not too late to register for this event starting in less than an hour!
It's the last day of @AgCareers and @FeedYourFuture career fair, hosted at the @RAWFagriculture. Register today for your chance to explore exciting careers in food and agriculture. The career fair will be from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. https://feedingyourfuture.ca/career-fairs/ #RAWF20 #feedyourfuture
There's still lots of time to get registered for tomorrow's career fair- sign up to get connected with some great employment opportunities!
RBC Future Launch at @RAWFagriculture created a virtual environment with @FeedYourFuture for youth to explore exciting careers in food & agriculture called Grow Your Skills. Don't miss out! Register today for the career fair on Nov. 12 https://bit.ly/2DZRoaV #feedyourfuture
