Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program

Start a Career in the Horse Industry!

Special Partnership for Online Industry Training: Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program (OEEEP):

This FREE program offers you a chance to become a part of Ontario’s billion-dollar horse industry. Learn more about the care and welfare of horses and gain valuable industry experience in this interactive training course.

▪ Funded by the Ontario Government, Equine Guelph joined with the Ontario Harness Horse Association and VPI, Inc. to offer OEEEP. This program helps to answer the need for staff, a current issue in the Ontario industry.

▪ The first offering commenced in November, 2021. Students receive training in job preparedness and job interview skills from VPI, 6 weeks of online learning from Equine Guelph and finally a placement program, matching potential employers with new students.

6-week virtual training course.
Learn from industry experts.
Discover different career paths.
Job placement at the end of your program.

This is a great opportunity for anyone with a passion for animals and hands-on learning.
No previous experience with horse handling required.

OEEEP Info Brochure (2024)

Colleen Clarke finds her dream job with OEEEP program

More testimonial available on Equine Guelph’s YouTube channel.

OEEEP – Changing People’s Lives

New sessions begin year-round. Space is limited.

For more information about the OEEEP, including how to register for future sessions, please contact VPI Working Solutions!

Employers:

Looking for help on the farm? When an OEEEP participant completes a placement, employers may be eligible to receive 50% of the wages covered through the #OEEEP program for 12 – 18 weeks.

See if OEEEP will work for you!

EMPLOYER BENEFITS explained – Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program – Register your business to receive benefits!