Explore the World of Work

“My ambassador is an easy person to communicate with and gives ideas too. I find this is a good environment to talk and communicate in.”

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All About EXPLORE

Why EXPLORE at this Time?

Benefits to Society

With Canada’s declining birth rate and growing retirement rate, a shortage of skilled workers who will be able to prosper in a knowledge based economy is looming. For Canada to continue to enjoy economic prosperity, we need to ensure that our youth has a Post-Secondary Education (PSE).

Benefits to the Individuals

Much research indicates that people who complete PSE enjoy better health, have greater job satisfaction, are financially more stable and are more involved in their communities. These impact both the individual as well as society.

Benefits to Students

  • increased self-esteem, self confidence and motivation to attend high school and to go on to post-secondary education;
  • Improved Academic Performanceimproved over-all academic performance, attendance and behaviour; and
  • introduction to a broad range of life experiences, skills, interests and education options.

Benefits to Boards/Schools

Increased completion ratesIn addition to building “community” with parents who volunteer to participate in the Grade 3 and 6 “Career Days”, students in all grades benefit from the concrete connections between school and work that are an integral part of the EXPLORE Program. Lower drop-out rates and higher graduation rates may also be experienced.

Benefits to Colleges

By 2011, the pool of Canadians in the 18-24 age group (PSE target market) is expected to peak. In the 15 years that follow, we anticipate a reduction of 300,000 people in this age range.

Unique recruitment strategyColleges need to take innovative approaches to building brand-awareness and create brand-loyalty in order to maintain and protect their market share.

In addition, the leadership opportunity available to students through taking on the College Ambassador role can have a positive impact on the College’s student retention rate.

A complete Program Overview Guide for Implementation is available electronically for those interested in taking a closer look at how EXPLORE the World of Work could be a fit for their institutions or you can contact:

Janet Stewart-Lussier

janet@exploretheworldofwork.com

613-299-5003 or 1-877-290-5003