Money & Life Skills
True or False: Creating a budget is an important step in managing your money.
True
Which of these is NOT a postsecondary pathway in Ontario: Apprenticeship, University, College, or Summer Camp?
Summer Camp
Which pathway usually requires the highest level of academic courses?
University
What do we call skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving that transfer to almost any job?
Transferrable Skills
If you put a person as a reference on your resume, what should you always do before handing out your resume?
Ensure you have notified that person that they are a reference for you
What is one fixed expense most people have each month?
Rent, phone bill, or insurance,
What’s the minimum age to work most part-time jobs in Ontario?
14
What does “Apprenticeship” mean?
Learning a skilled trade while working and getting paid
If you enjoy helping people, what career cluster might fit you?
Health & Human Services
What’s the purpose of a cover letter?
To explain why you’re interested and a good fit for the job
What is “interest” when borrowing money?
The extra cost you pay to borrow money
True or False: Volunteer hours count toward the 40 hours needed to graduate.
True
What program lets students explore trades while still in high school?
OYAP - Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
True or False: Your first career choice will likely be your career for life.
False
True or False: It’s okay to use the same cover letter for every job.
False - it should be tailored
In Ontario, the current minimum wage for most students under 18 (as of Oct 2024)
What is $16.20?
Name one common part-time job for high school students.
Retail, fast food, babysitting, lifeguard, etc.
What does SHSM stand for in high school programs?
Give one example of a “hard skill.”
Coding, using Excel, cooking, operating machinery (career specific skills)
During an interview, what’s one question you could ask the employer at the end?
e.g., “What does a typical day look like here?”
What does OSAP stand for?
Ontario Student Assistance Program
In Ontario, what program lets you “try a career” by working during high school for credits?
Cooperative Education (Co-op)
Name all 4 main postsecondary pathways in Ontario.
Apprenticeship, College, University, Workplace
Which skill is often listed as the #1 thing employers look for in new employees?
Communication
What does “networking” mean in the job search?
Building connections with people who may help you with career opportunities