The people of Ontario will benefit from these changes through streamlined service improvements, easier navigation of the system, and the reduction of red tape., Skilled Trades Ontario has a mandate to ensure Ontario’s skilled trades and apprenticeship system is responsive to changes in the economy and delivers the training and skills required by workers. At… Continue reading How will the people of Ontario benefit from the Skilled Trades Ontario?
Topic: Program Overview
Why did Ontario pass the Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act?
Skilled trades workers are at the front line of our economic recovery, with businesses playing a crucial role in training our next generation of workers through apprenticeship programs. A Skilled Trades Panel appointed by the government learned during consultations with stakeholders that the current skilled trades and apprenticeship system was hard to navigate. With responsibilities… Continue reading Why did Ontario pass the Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act?
Why did the government create the new agency called Skilled Trades Ontario?
The skilled trades and apprenticeship system plays a critical role in Ontario’s economy. However, the system was outdated and overly complex. As such, the government created Skilled Trades Ontario to replace the Ontario College of Trades. This is part of the government’s plan to build an apprenticeship and skilled trades system that is easier for… Continue reading Why did the government create the new agency called Skilled Trades Ontario?
What should be done if a receipt cannot be obtained from a client?
Service providers must attempt to recover the funds for the unverified purchase pursuant to the wrongdoing clauses in their transfer payment agreements.
Will the ministry provide service providers with a list of items that are eligible for purchase with a gift card?
No, service providers should review the Audit and Accountability Requirements (Schedule “H”) of their transfer payment agreements to determine appropriate program-specific use of financial supports.
What if the full value of a gift card has not been used?
A client with a balance remaining on their gift card must return it to the service provider.
What if a client makes an ineligible purchase with a gift card?
Service providers must attempt to recover the funds for the value of the ineligible purchase pursuant to the wrongdoing clauses in their transfer payment agreements.
What should be done with gift cards that have already been distributed to clients?
Service providers must obtain receipts verifying that gift cards were used to purchase eligible items. All receipts must be retained in the client file.
What should be done with gift cards that have already been purchased in bulk?
These gift cards may be used in exceptional circumstances to address the specific needs of clients who are facing barriers in reaching their employment goals. Service providers must obtain receipts verifying that gift cards were used to purchase eligible items. All receipts must be retained in the client file.
Can gift cards be purchased in bulk in anticipation of client needs?
No, gift cards should only be purchased as needed.