The Horticultural Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Program in Toronto, Ont., combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction, allowing students pursuing in-demand careers to earn while they learn.

This free training program gives you everything you need to get started — from safety gear, tools and PPE, Level 1 Horticultural Technician Apprenticeship training. The program is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development and delivered by Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association.

Gain hands-on experience, industry knowledge and the technical skills you need to begin your career in the landscape horticulture industry!

Program details

• Orientation, Health and Safety, Pre-employment Training: Aug. 4-22, 2025
• Employment Readiness: Aug. 25-29, 2025
• Paid Work Placements: Sept. 1-Dec. 1, 2025
• Secondary Trade Exposure – Carpentry: Dec. 8-19, 2025
• Level 1 Horticultural Technician Apprenticeship Training: Jan. 5-March 27, 2026

Program benefits

• Attend Apprenticeship Level 1 Training at no cost.
• Receive free tools and personal protective equipment.
• Earn First Aid and CPR certification.
• Earn while you learn with paid work placements.
• Learn from industry professionals.
• Open doors to endless opportunities in the landscape horticulture trade.
• Register as an apprentice upon completion.

Program eligibility

• Must be at least 18 years-old.
• Completed grade 12 or equivalent.
• Be legally allowed to work in Canada.
• Be unemployed or employed less than 20 hour per week.

 
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Those selected will be contacted to participate in a 30-minute interview.

Students:
For more information, contact:
Angela Firman
afirman@landscapeontario.com
1-800-265-5656, ext. 2326

Employers:
Are you an interested in hiring a participant for their work placement?
Learn more here, or contact:
Angela Firman
afirman@landscapeontario.com
1-800-265-5656, ext. 2326