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(formerly Second Career) is a provincial government-funded program that provides financial support to help unemployed, underemployed or laid-off individuals retrain for high-demand careers.��

This guide outlines how to apply to ����vlog���� Polytechnic through Better Jobs Ontario, with clear steps, helpful resources, and answers to commonly asked questions.

View the list of Better Jobs Ontario eligible programs at ����vlog����. Programs up to two years in duration are generally eligible.

If you are considering a program which is not listed, please check with your Employment Ontario (EO) counsellor for approval.��

Note: This process can take several months and programs may fill quickly, so start early.

Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) is a provincial program offering a grant to support eligible individuals with the cost of tuition, books, supplies, transportation and basic living expenses. The program is administered through Employment Ontario (EO) offices. Funding approval is solely determined by the government and is not guaranteed by ����vlog����.

You may be eligible for the BJO program if you are:��

• Unemployed or laid off
• Underemployed or working part-time
• Receiving social assistance��
• Planning to study full time in an in-demand occupation

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Make an appointment with an employment counsellor at your local  to understand the BJO program and confirm if you are eligible.

Review the list of Better Jobs Ontario eligible programs at ����vlog����. For reference, programs with a duration of two years or less are generally eligible. If your program of interest is not listed, check with your EO counsellor for approval.

Once you have selected your program of interest, collect the following information. To find this information, visit the��program web page.

• Program name, code, campus and duration
• Full-time/part-time status, delivery format (in-person, hybrid, online, flexible) and��
• Admission requirements, course list, tuition and any additional costs

If you require any further information, please email our Student Recruitment team at��student.recruitment@senecapolytechnic.ca.

All full-time applicants must apply through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS). There is a non-refundable application fee.��

To apply to a full-time program, follow these steps:

1. �վ�������  to start your application. If you have never applied through ontariocolleges.ca before, click the "Create an Account" button to get started.��
2. Fill in your personal information and educational history and add your program choices. With your application, you can choose up to three programs at ����vlog����.
3. In the Financial Assistance section, select the box that indicates you’re applying as an “Agency-sponsored Better Jobs Ontario Applicant”.

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• Follow the status of your application in your ����vlog���� online��
• Watch for important emails from ����vlog���� that provide specific instructions and tasks that you must complete to qualify for your program
• If you are asked to complete additional requirements, such as��submitting transcripts, attending a��pre-admission test, providing a portfolio or completing a writing sample, please ensure to follow up as quickly as possible

For those considering part-time studies at ����vlog����, we encourage you to visit our Part-Time Studies website��to browse available programs and learn how to register. If you need help navigating your options, please contact us at student.recruitment@senecapolytechnic.ca.

If you are a successful applicant, ����vlog���� will notify you of your offer of admission by email. You will also see your offer in your OCAS account.

Attach your offer of admission to your BJO application package and submit it to your employment counsellor. This will then be sent by your employment counsellor to the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (MCURES) for funding review.

MCURES will contact you regarding the approval of your BJO funding. Once you sign and receive a copy of your approved MCURES BJO contract, please email it to The Service Hub at��theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca��to the attention of ����vlog����’s Admissions team.

If you are waiting for approval of funding, please note:

• To hold a seat in your ����vlog���� program, you must confirm your offer of admission on OCAS by the due date noted on your offer of admission letter
• Once you confirm your offer, you will receive information about your fees, including a deadline to pay the $200 non-refundable tuition deposit. To be guaranteed a seat, you must pay your deposit by the deadline
• The remaining tuition for your first term is due on the first day of classes��

If your contract is not approved by the MCURES, but you have received a ����vlog���� offer of admission, there are other options for financial assistance. Some options include:

• ����vlog���� Financial Supports & Resources