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  • Welcome

  • Who we are

    Landscape.jobs helps landscape and horticulture employers grow their workforce and connects industry professionals with opportunities at all stages of their careers. Landscape.jobs is part of the Workforce Development department at Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association. With more than 3,000 professional members, Landscape Ontario is the province's premier horticultural trades association. Our mission is to be the leader in representing, promoting and fostering a favourable climate for the advancement of the horticulture industry in Ontario.

    Kick-start a rewarding outdoor career.

    Workforce shortages are affecting landscape and horticulture employers across the province. Demand for professionals of all skill levels is higher than ever.

    To grow the landscape and horticulture workforce in Ontario, we want to help job-seekers like you qualify for these in-demand jobs and launch a rewarding outdoor career. The New Worker Screening Tool is the first in that process. 

    This screening tool features questions designed to:

    • Help you determine if a job in landscape and horticulture career is right for you.
    • Identify your transferable skills and experience
    • Connect with employers and compete with industry jobs in your area

    PLUS: We'll send you a copy of your screening results to include with your resume when applying for landscape and horticulture jobs in your area. Show employers what you have to offer and that you're ready to kick-start an exciting outdoor career.

    Get started today.

    Save your progress at any time.  If you have any questions, please email wfd-help@landscapeontario.com

  • Contact Information

    You will only be contacted for the purposes of this form. 

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  • Employment Eligibility

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  • Location

    Landscape.jobs serves professionals across the province and beyond. Tell us more about where you're from and where you're looking for work.
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  • Transportation

    Many landscape and horticulture careers involve working from various job sites. Transportation to and from the job sites varies by employer. Please tell us more about your access to transportation in the question below.

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  • Availability

    Tell us about when you're available to start and what type of work you're seeking.

  • For each of the following questions, rate your comfort level based on a scale of 1-5, where 1 means you are very uncomfortable and 5 means you are very comfortable. 

    Remember, conditions vary based on the job and the work environment. Take a moment to reflect on each question. There are no wrong answers.  Honest responses will help you find your best fit. 

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  • Suitability

    The following questions are designed to help you decide if a job in landscape and horticulture is right for you. Read the information in each section and answer the corresponding reflection questions. If you decide that it's not a good fit, simply close the your browser. Your responses will not be saved.
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  • For each of the following questions, rate your comfort level based on a scale of 1-5, where 1 means you are very uncomfortable and 5 means you are very comfortable. 

    Remember, conditions vary based on the job and the work environment. Take a moment to reflect on each question. There are no wrong answers.  Honest responses will help you find your best fit. 

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  • Many of the health benefits associated with landscape and horticulture careers are connected to the average level of daily activity. Although the level of activity varies, working in landscape and horticulture is more active than most careers.  

    Take a moment to review the average steps per day results of a variety of occupations according to a small US study:

     
    • Waiter: 22,778
    • Nurse: 16,390
    • Retail Work: 14,660
    • Farmer: 14,037
    • Stay-at-Home Parent: 13,813
    • Teacher: 12,564
    • Tradesperson: 11,585
    • Hairdresser: 9,209
    • Office Work: 7,570
    • Call Center Work: 6,618

    This type of activity can take some getting used to. While your on-site training will help you prepare for your new active career, it may still take some getting used to. It's important to listen to your body and observe all safety advice. When you do, you'll grow your strength and your endurance.

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  • For each of the following questions, rate your comfort level based on a scale of 1-5, where 1 means you are very uncomfortable and 5 means you are very comfortable. 

    Remember, conditions vary based on the job and the work environment. Take a moment to reflect on each question. There are no wrong answers.  Honest responses will help you find your best fit. 

  • Tools & Equipment

    Please tell us about your experience using the following tools and equipment.
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  • Qualifications

    Tell us about your education, skills, training and experience.

  • New to the industry? No problem.

    Please describe your transferable skills and experience and share all other relevant qualifications in the space below. 

  • Employment Goals

  • You're almost done! 

    Click NEXT to review next steps and submit your responses.

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  • We're sorry! 

    You must be legally permitted to work in Canada to qualify for the program.

    If you think you made this selection in error, click the BACK button below and correct your selection.

    If you're unsure of your work status, we can work with you to see if you qualify. Select 'Yes' below to request a follow-up, then click SUBMIT at the bottom of your screen. 

    You can also send your questions to grow@landscapeontario.com.

  • Thank you again for your interest.  Click SUBMIT when finished. 

  • Data Collection and Sharing

    Tthe information provided by you in this form is done so for business or professional purposes and is not considered personal in nature. 

    Professional Information

    Unless otherwise specified, the information provided by you in this form is shared for business or professional purposes and is not personal in nature. 

    Information Sharing

    Irrespective of its purposes, the information you provide will not be used for anything other than the expressed purpose and will not be shared with a third party without prior informed consent from you, the respondent.

    You will receive a digital copy of your screening results. It is your responsibility to share this information. Landscape Ontario is not responsible for sharing your results and accepts no responsibility for how the information is used by those with which you share your results.

    Privacy Policy 

    Click here to view our Privacy Policy. Sharing

    For questions about this policy, your personal information, or to remove your account and delete your personal data, please contact our Privacy Officer:

    Rebecca Harrison:
    rharrison@landscapeontario.com

    Or contact:
    Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
    7856 Fifth Line South, Milton, ON, L9T 2X8. 

  • Data Collection and Sharing Agreement
    Complete the following declaration by entering your full name and selecting each of the three statements below.

    I,    *   *, have read and understand the terms outlined above and hereby confirm:
    *  I am responsible for distributing my screening results and how that information is used by those I choose to share my results with;
    * Unless otherwise specified, I accept that the information provided in this form is for professional or business purposes and is not personal in nature;
    * The information provided in this form is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.

  • Confirmation Email: 

    After you click submit, you'll receive a confirmation email containing a copy of your screening results to the email you provided: {email}

    To edit this email, click 1 in the links at the top of the page to return to the first page. Edit your email in the corresponding field.

    Can't find your email? PCheck your spam, junk folder or filtered emails using the sender and subject below.

    Subject: Screening Complete: Results Attached {Job Title}
    Sender: Landscape Ontario (noreply@formresponse.com)

     

    We're here to help!

    For further assistance, please contact us directly at wfd-help@landscapeontario.com.

     

    Click SUBMIT to get your results!

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