New online tool will improve access to education and training for good-paying careers in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty
TORONTO —To strengthen and protect Ontario’s current and future workforce, the Ontario government has launched My Career Journey, an interactive online tool which will connect students and job seekers to the information they need to begin fulfilling careers. The portal is one more tool the government is using to help students and job seekers find good-paying jobs in the face of U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty, while ensuring Ontario has the skilled workforce needed to build an economy that is more competitive, resilient and self-reliant.
“Whether you’re stepping into the workforce after graduation or making a job change, Ontario has the world-class training and education opportunities you need to launch a fulfilling career,” said Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security. “As we transform Ontario’s economy into the most competitive place in the G7 to invest, create jobs and do business, My Career Journey will protect Ontario students and workers by providing them with the information they need to find good-paying, in-demand work during this time of economic uncertainty.”
My Career Journey is a new website that will help high school students, new Canadians and people looking to change careers find what education and training they need to prepare for in-demand careers. The portal features:
- Interactive maps to explore regional in-demand careers and Ontario’s colleges, universities and Indigenous Institutes.
- Job profiles for in-demand careers in key sectors such as health care, skilled trades and engineering.
- A questionnaire that provides users with a detailed list of personalized education and career resources to help job seekers and students consider their next steps.
To explore education and career opportunities in the province, visit ontario.ca/mycareerjourney.
“Now more than ever, we need to ensure job seekers are equipped with the tools they need to enter rewarding, good-paying careers,” said David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. “My Career Journey is another way our government is strengthening our workforce, boosting our productivity and protecting Ontario’s economy.”
“It’s never too early to start planning for the future. My Career Journey gives students the tools they need to explore their options and take the next step with confidence,” said Paul Calandra, Minister of Education. “Our government is focused on supporting students every step of the way to ensure they are prepared for good-paying, stable careers that contribute to a strong Ontario.”
As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario in the face of current economic threats and transform Ontario’s economy into one of the most competitive places in the G7 to invest and do business, My Career Journey is being launched to provide people with personalized career planning that will help students and workers find the education and skills they need to prepare for the jobs of today, and for decades to come.
Quick Facts
- My Career Journey includes job profiles in four priority sectors: health care, skilled trades and construction, technology and engineering and education.
- My Career Journey’s postsecondary institutions map displays over 170 postsecondary campuses, including Ontario’s 23 publicly assisted universities, 24 publicly assisted colleges and nine Indigenous Institutes.
- My Career Journey’s questionnaire results are pulled from a list of nearly 100 trusted education and career focused resources.
- To create My Career Journey Ontario consulted extensively with external stakeholders, postsecondary institutions, workers, and students.
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"An online resource like My Career Journey can help more Ontarians access the education and training they need to succeed in high-demand fields. This tool will empower learners — whether they’re just starting out, changing careers, or upskilling — to see the full range of possibilities a university education can offer across key sectors like engineering, education, and technology, helping build a resilient and highly skilled workforce."
- Steve Orsini
President and CEO, Council of Ontario Universities
"The launch of the My Career Journey tool will help Ontarians navigate education pathways that lead directly to in-demand careers. By connecting learners to Ontario’s colleges and aligning training with real labour market needs, this tool strengthens the critical link between post-secondary education and a resilient, future-ready workforce."
- Maureen Adamson
Interim President and CEO of Colleges Ontario
"The online career portal will empower students to navigate their post-secondary career journey and explore options to enrich their learning with programs that are grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing and being. We now have a path for Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples to choose programs that speak to their interests and lead to careers that bring fulfillment and growth."
- Marsha Josephs
Executive Director, Indigenous Institutes Consortium
"The launch of My Career Journey marks a significant milestone in empowering Ontarians to navigate their education and career paths with clarity. eCampusOntario commends the Government of Ontario for providing a centralized, user-friendly hub that offers essential tools and support across the lifelong learning continuum. As a champion of digital learner empowerment, eCampusOntario acknowledges the importance of integrating accessible career planning resources with comprehensive information about educational options. My Career Journey will ensure that all Ontarians can confidently shape their futures."
- Robert Luke
CEO, eCampusOntario
"At ONCAT, our mandate is to help students find their path through postsecondary education and into the labour market. We applaud the government’s work to launch My Career Journey, a tool that empowers learners with the information they need to make informed decisions about their education and career goals. By making labour market insights more accessible, this initiative supports more seamless and purposeful transitions for students across Ontario."
- Dr. Adrienne Galway
President and CEO of the Ontario Council on Articulation and Transfer (ONCAT)
"The launch of My Career Journey / Mon parcours de carrière marks a significant step in empowering people living in Ontario to navigate their education and career paths with confidence. Congratulations to the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security for launching this interactive tool to help people make informed decisions and build rewarding futures. Our frontline teams look forward to using this tool as we help more than 30,000 people, especially those in small, rural, northern, and remote areas, access the online education and training they need to get or retain a job, earn a promotion, or advance their career without having to leave their communities."
- Maxim Jean-Louis
President and Chief Executive Officer of Contact North | Contact Nord
"As providers of the centralized application service for Ontario’s public colleges, we’re happy to have contributed insights into the development of My Career Journey, an innovative tool that gives Ontarians the resources they need to navigate their career paths with confidence."
- Shannon Lipskie
Interim President and CEO, Ontario College Application Services
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