Explore Better Jobs Ontario Funding at Anderson College
You May Qualify for Financial Support to Cover Your Training
Laid off or looking for a new career? Better Jobs Ontario provides eligible applicants with financial support for training in in-demand occupations. Anderson College can help you explore eligible training options and understand the next steps in the application process.
What is Better Jobs Ontario?
Better Jobs Ontario is a Government of Ontario program funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. It was previously known as Second Career and remains one of the largest sources of publicly-funded training support in the province.
Approved applicants may receive financial support toward the real costs of retraining — tuition, books, mandatory fees, transportation, a basic living allowance, dependent care, and disability-related supports. The exact amount is set by an Employment Ontario caseworker based on your individual circumstances. Current funding rules and amounts are published at ontario.ca/betterJobsOntario.
The program is designed for laid-off workers, underemployed Ontarians, EI recipients, gig and contract workers, newcomers, and Ontario Works or ODSP recipients. Whether you were let go last month or have been stuck in a job below your skill level for years, Better Jobs Ontario may be for you.
Better Jobs Ontario at Anderson College means you're studying at an approved training destination with 140+ years of career-college experience. Funding decisions themselves are made exclusively by Employment Ontario, not the college — our advisors help you understand the process, choose the right program, and prepare for your conversation with your Employment Consultant.
Who is Eligible?
Better Jobs Ontario supports a wide range of Ontarians navigating a career change. You may qualify if any of the following applies to you:
- Laid off or recently unemployed in Ontario
- Currently receiving Employment Insurance (EI)
- Underemployed (working below your skill level)
- Gig worker, contract worker, or self-employed
- Receiving Ontario Works (OW) or ODSP
- Newcomer to Canada seeking career retraining
- Youth (18+) without post-secondary credentials
- Demonstrated financial need
Eligibility is assessed by an Employment Consultant at Employment Ontario — not by Anderson College. Our advisors can help you understand the process before you apply.
What Does Better Jobs Ontario Cover?
Tuition & Training Fees
Program tuition and mandatory training-related fees.
Books & Supplies
Required textbooks, course materials, and lab kits.
Transportation Costs
Bus passes, mileage, or approved travel to campus.
Basic Living Allowance
Weekly income support while you're in full-time training.
Dependent Care Support
Childcare or eldercare so you can attend classes.
Disability-Related Supports
Assistive tech, interpreters, or accommodations.
Coverage amounts vary based on individual circumstances and are determined by your Employment Ontario caseworker.
Anderson College Programs Eligible for Better Jobs Ontario
The following Anderson College programs lead to occupations with a positive three-year career outlook in Ontario — a key requirement for Better Jobs Ontario approval.
Eligibility for specific programs under Better Jobs Ontario is subject to the current three-year career outlook list maintained by the Ontario government. Confirm with your Employment Ontario consultant.
How to Apply
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Check Your Eligibility
Contact your local Employment Ontario service provider or visit ontario.ca/betterJobsOntario. An Employment Consultant will assess whether you qualify based on your employment history, financial need, and career goals.
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Choose a Program
Browse Anderson College's BJO-eligible programs above. Consider which occupation has a positive three-year outlook in your region of Ontario. Our advisors can help you match your background to the right program.
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Book a Free Consultation with Anderson College
Before you apply for funding, speak with an Anderson Admissions Advisor. We'll walk you through admission requirements, program fit, and documentation you'll need. Call 1-833-787-1885 or book online.
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Apply for Better Jobs Ontario Funding
Your Employment Ontario consultant will guide your funding application. This includes submitting documentation, attending an information session, and receiving an approval decision from the Ministry.
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Apply for Admission to Anderson College
Once funding is approved (or in parallel — your consultant will advise), submit your program application to Anderson College. Provide transcripts, credential evaluations if applicable, and any prerequisites.
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Start Your Program
Upon acceptance and funding confirmation, begin your program. Anderson College's team will support you throughout your training.
Questions about the process? Book a free 30-minute advisor call.
Better Jobs Ontario FAQ
Yes. Anderson College is a registered private career college in Ontario and an approved training destination for Better Jobs Ontario (formerly Second Career). Students who receive BJO funding can apply it toward eligible programs at Anderson College campuses across Ontario.
How ready are you for Better Jobs Ontario?
Share your details, answer 7 quick questions, then verify to unlock a directional readiness signal and a tailored next-step plan. Takes about 2 minutes.
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Real Students, Real Results
“Better Jobs Ontario helped me leave a job that was going nowhere and retrain as a PSW. Anderson's advisors walked me through every step — I graduated in seven months and had a job offer before my final placement ended.”
“After my warehouse job was cut, I thought school was out of reach. My Employment Ontario consultant confirmed my funding, Anderson matched me to the online APA program, and I now work in payroll for a Toronto firm.”
“As a newcomer, I didn't know Better Jobs Ontario applied to me. Anderson's admissions team explained the process clearly and I started my MOA program eight weeks later.”
Ready to Retrain? Let's Talk.
Book a free 30-minute consultation with an Anderson College Admissions Advisor. We'll help you understand your options, choose the right program, and navigate the Better Jobs Ontario process.
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