Grand River Employment and Training

06/19/2026

All GRETI offices, including GREAT, OSTTC, and Kayanase, will be closed on Monday, June 22, 2026, for Indigenous Peoples Day.

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

06/19/2026

-APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 22-
🌿 Learn Cayuga. Connect. Preserve. 🌿
OSTTC is proud to offer a Cayuga Language Evening Course — a welcoming opportunity to begin your language journey while supporting the preservation of a Haudenosaunee language.

-APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 22-

🌿 Learn Cayuga. Connect. Preserve. 🌿
OSTTC is proud to offer a Cayuga Language Evening Course — a welcoming opportunity to begin your language journey while supporting the preservation of a Haudenosaunee language.

💭 Have you been interested in learning Cayuga, but aren’t sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly course offers a supportive and engaging learning environment.

📚 Course Details
🗓 5-week course: July 21, 28 & August 4, 11, 18
🕠 Tuesday evenings | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 16 Sunrise Court, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Michael Hill

🧠 Program Content Includes:
• Basic expressions
• Personal introductions
• Root methodology & references to online resources

✨ No experience necessary — all are welcome!
💲 Cost: $60
🪑 Limited to 15 seats
(Minimum of 8 participants required to run the course)

⏰ Registration deadline: Tuesday June 22
📧 Register or inquire: [email protected]
📞 Questions? 519-445-1515

06/15/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE!

GREAT's Annual Job Fair is returning on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Gathering Place by the Grand.

Last year's event welcomed 40+ employers representing a wide range of industries and attracted over 200 job seekers, making it one of our most successful job fairs to date.

Whether you're searching for your next career opportunity, exploring new employment options, or looking to connect with local employers, this is an event you won't want to miss.

✔ Meet employers from various industries
✔ Learn about current job opportunities
✔ Access employment supports and resources
✔ Network with local organizations and service providers

📣 Employers interested in participating: Registration information will be released soon. Stay tuned for the official registration form and event details.

Mark your calendars and watch for more updates!

06/12/2026

🎉 Survey Complete! 🎉

The ILMI Community Labour Market Survey has officially reached its target and is now complete.

Thanks to the outstanding participation from our community, the survey achieved its goals in record time. The survey team has now completed its work, and the project is officially closed.

The information gathered will help guide future employment, training, and workforce development initiatives within our community.

We appreciate everyone who took part and helped make this initiative a success. ❤️

06/10/2026

📣 Calling All Youth Entrepreneurs!

The Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship (IYE) Program through Two Rivers is offering 2 FREE vendor spaces at the Grand River Champions of Champions Pow Wow!

This is a great opportunity for Indigenous youth entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their products while gaining valuable business experience at one of the region's largest events.

Interested? Contact Two Rivers directly at 📧 [email protected]

Learn more about the Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Program:
https://tworivers.ca/federal-economic-development-agency-for-southern-ontario-feddev-ontario/

06/09/2026

🌞‼️Tomorrow is the final day to apply for GREAT'S summer jobs‼️ 🌞
Summer Jobs close at 5pm tomorrow!
Walk-ins welcome! 10am-5pm
Don't forget your SIN and Status Card

06/08/2026

GRETI is Hiring 2 HR Assistants!

The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for being the focal point of communication for the human resources team. The HR Assistant will be responsible for providing a consistently high standard of office administration support to the Human Resources Manager and Shared Services. Other responsibilities will include providing assistance to the organization to ensure the effective use of manpower and resources to assist in the smooth operation of Shared Services.

👥CORE COMPETENCIES:
Accountability
Teamwork
Communication
Critical Thinking
Self-Motivated
Confidentiality
Planning and Organization
Problem Solving
💻Skills:
Strong work ethic & positive team attitude
Sound analytical thinking, planning, & prioritization
Computer proficiency with variety of software packages; Microsoft office
(Outlook, Word, Excel, & Power point) & HRIS systems
Strong problem identification & problem resolution skills

💲Salary Range: $40,300-$52,300

06/05/2026

Getting hired often feels like a catch-22... 😳

Employers want experience, but how do you get experience without a job? Whether you're a recent graduate, switching careers, or facing employment barriers, the good news is that there are plenty of ways to build your skills and make yourself more appealing to employers. In our newest blog, we cover ten practical ways to gain experience, grow your network, and strengthen your resume.

👇 Check it out: https://greatsn.com/news-events/news/10-ways-to-gain-experience-without-a-job/

06/04/2026

🚨 ATTENTION HIGHSCHOOL STUDENTS! 🚨
Looking for a summer job?
GREAT's Highschool Summer Job opportunities are open, but applications close on Wednesday, June 10!
Don't miss your chance to gain valuable work experience, build your resume, and develop new skills while earning money this summer.
Browse available positions and apply today:
🔗 https://greatsn.com/job-board
⏰ Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

06/03/2026

The school year is winding down, are you feeling a little lost about your next steps?

No need to worry, we got you! 👋

Post-Secondary School isn't for everyone, and that is ok!

Meet with one of our Employment and Training Coaches to explore a variety of other options to keep increasing your employability skills.

🤳 519-445-2222
🌐 https://greatsn.com/contact