Employers
When a student is completing a placement at your facility as the employer you are eligible to have 50% of the wages covered through the program for up to $5000
We appreciate all equine facilities who have registered with the program. Without the support of the Equine Industry no positive change can be made. If you are interested in becoming an employer here is some information you need to know:
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Employers are required to complete the registration Click here
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​WSIB Information - All employers must have Third-Party Liability Coverage, along with WSIB or something equivalent to compensate the student in the result of an injury or accident during placement. ​​
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Catherine Willson Webinar Link (August 2024) Password: x7wVyRv.
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Catherine Willson Webinar Link (November 2024) Password: @D^&SM3=
​​Once the Registration Form is Submitted:
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A member of the Ontario Harness Horse Association (OHHA) team will contact you to coordinate a Site Visit. Click here to view Site Form.
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Following the site visit, an employer will need to complete the Direct Deposit Form, and send a VOID cheque to callie@ohha.ca.
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How To Prepare for Your Student:
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After students have completed the first intervention of the program- virtual training with Equine Guelph, they will be ready for placement. The placement period must be a minimum of 12 weeks and a maximum of 18 weeks. There is no hour requirement. Registered Employers are eligible for 50% of the wages paid to a maximum of $5000.
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Students will send their resumes to you for review, and once a student has been selected and confirmed for placement, a Placement Agreement will be completed.
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Volunteer opportunities are available for students. Click here to view the Volunteer Form
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Bi-Weekly Timesheets and proof of payment will be submitted to callie@ohha.ca
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At the end of the placement period, employers will be responsible for completing a Skills Assessment indicating that the student has the necessary skills to safely work with horses.