Request training for your business or community
Workplace training for businesses
SGEI’s Training for Employment team provides online and in-person training programs to help your employees meet the demands of the workplace. Whether you’re looking to train new hires or upskill your existing staff, our team can assist with workplace specific and/or transferrable soft skills to help your staff thrive in your unique workplace. See our list of available programming below. To request more information, email training@7generations.org.
Training for First Nations communities
Would you like to organize training for your community? SGEI partners with First Nations communities in the Treaty 3 area to deliver customizable training in your home community. SGEI’s Training for Employment team will work closely with you to design a training program that suits your community members’ needs, whether that be helping individuals prepare for employment or a specific role. See our list of available programming below. To request more information, email training@7generations.org.
Let us know what kind of training programs would work for your business or First Nations community! Complete the following brief survey, and one of our Training for Employment staff members will reach out to you with training options.
Apply to an upcoming training program
Are you looking for work? Enhance your resume and apply to one of our Ontario-approved Micro-credential programs today. Our Training for Employment team provides valuable hands-on learning opportunities to help individuals prepare for employment.
Ground Person/Equipment Operator
This four-week program is designed to give students the knowledge they need to work safely and effectively in the energy industry and engage them in the work. This training will cover topics such as safety, introduction to the electrical industry, using tools, and operating equipment.
Dates: May 20 to June 13, 2025
Location: Quetico Lodge and Conference Centre, Atikokan
Cost: FREE to eligible participants who meet the funding criteria
Eligibility: Open to anyone
Sign up now: https://forms.office.com/r/WqcPnk6W8i
Apply by May 9, 2025
For more information, contact Tyson Pitkanen at tysonp@7generations.org
Indigenous Women in Trades
This program will incorporate a holistic approach to employability skill development, self development, academic skills, and safety certifications with practical hands-on training in the identified skilled trades areas, focusing primarily on carpentry trades exposure. Students will be trained in Working at Heights, First Aid, tool safety, and more.
Dates: June 9 to August 1, 2025
Location: Kenora Campus
Cost: FREE for eligible participants. Complete the application or reach out to the contact below to determine if you qualify.
Eligibility: Open to anyone
Sign up now: https://forms.office.com/r/0KhYX0Hhnf
Apply by May 19, 2025
For more information, contact Tyson Pitkanen at tysonp@7generations.org
Welding Foundations
This entry-level program will allow participants to gain the skills and knowledge base to enter into the welding field with the necessary foundational techniques.
Dates: July 14 to August 22, 2025
Location: Rainy Lake Campus
Cost: $5,000 — eligible participants may qualify for funding. Complete the application or reach out to the contact below to determine if you qualify.
Eligibility: Open to anyone 18 and up
Sign up now: https://forms.office.com/r/wz99BKNbTA
Apply by June 16, 2025
For more information, contact Katelyn McCaig at katelynm@7generations.org
Computer Applications
This two-week entry-level program is designed to help participants build essential computer skills for the workplace and gain confidence using Microsoft Office applications. Students will gain practical skills needed to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams efficiently in an office environment.
Dates: September 8-19, 2025
Location: Kenora Campus
Cost: $880 — Indigenous participants may qualify for various financial supports. Complete the application or reach out to the contact below to determine if you qualify.
Eligibility: Open to anyone
For more information, contact Tyson Pitkanen at tysonp@7generations.org
Small Engine Repair (Kenora)
Participants will gain the foundational skills through a variety of techniques to open pathways into a career of Small Engine Repairs. This program will enable learners to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently complete repairs.
Dates: October 13 to November 21, 2025
Location: Kenora Campus
Cost: $5,000 — Indigenous participants may qualify for various financial supports. Complete the application or reach out to the contact below to determine if you qualify.
Eligibility: Open to anyone
For more information, contact Tyson Pitkanen at tysonp@7generations.org
Hospitality Skills for Camp Services
This program will help prepare participants for entry level opportunities while learning multiple roles such as dock hand, cooks helper, housekeeping, and serving in remote locations. The training will also develop the skills required for traditional hospitality and food and beverage services positions.
Dates: January 19 to February 27, 2026
Location: Kenora Campus
Cost: $4,460 — Indigenous participants may qualify for various financial supports. Complete the application or reach out to the contact below to determine if you qualify.
Eligibility: Open to anyone
Sign up now: https://forms.office.com/r/XBHVvvp55F
Apply by December 19, 2025
For more information, contact Tyson Pitkanen at tysonp@7generations.org
Other training we offer
Other Ontario-approved Micro-credential training programs we offer include, but are not limited to:
- Career prep
- Computer applications
- Construction and Forestry Safety
- Construction Craft Worker
- Culinary Foundations
- Custodian
- Education Assistant
- Employment Readiness
- First Responder
- Freshwater Angling Guide
- Front Desk Agent
- Health and Safety Training
- Heritage Interpreter
- Hospitality Skills for Camp Services
- Housekeeper
- Leadership Development
- Residential Trades
- Small Engines Repair
- Wilderness First Aid
- Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills