Interested in creating your own course via OVIN Learn?
We welcome proposal submissions though the OVIN Content Partnerships Program to develop new micro-credentials aligned to real job opportunities for Ontario's automotive and mobility sector
What is the Content Partnerships Program?
The Content Partnerships Program will support Ontario’s automotive and mobility talent pool in developing and building on new and existing skills that would support their growth in the workforce.
Content developed through the Content Partnerships Program will focus on elements related to upskilling talent in the automotive and mobility workforce, will provide wider access to training and educational programs for regions across Ontario, and will facilitate the promotion of Ontario’s ecosystem to the global market.
To support this program, OVIN invites interested and qualified applicants with demonstrated experience to develop two or more micro-credentials in response to the automotive and mobility industry skills and talent needs.
Are You Eligible?
The following applicants are eligible to apply:
- Accredited Ontario-based post-secondary education institutions
- Other accredited institutions creating micro-credentials or other courses
- Ontario based Non-Profit Organizations that:
- Have an Ontario-based bank account and
- Run education programs for members of the automotive and mobility workforce in Ontario
What Kind of Content Are We Looking For?
Content within the Content Partnerships Program must be based on demonstrated industry-needs to upskill talent in the automotive and mobility workforce in Ontario that is:
- Relevant to specific skills and competencies
- Based on existing education or work experience
- Measurable against reported skills gaps
Technical Skills
In recent years, the emergence of new technologies in the automotive and mobility sector has impacted skills and training that workers require to be successful in the field. These trends and technological advancements have raised upskilling and talent development needs for individuals in the sector. As such, technical skills training programs are necessary to capture the evolving talent needs of the sector.
Key in-demand areas of focus could include:
- Sourcing of Raw Materials
- Battery Production
- EV Manufacturing
- EV Automotive Repair and Aftermarket
- EV Infrastructure
Non-Technical Skills
There is an opportunity to develop content that will address the needs of the sector and ensure that members of industry are set up for success. These skills and abilities complement technical knowledge and expertise and allow for better communication, management, and execution of tasks and projects to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness.
For more information about the program and how to apply, visit the Content Partnerships Program Page or contact Rodayna Abuelwafa (Project Lead, Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning) at rabuelwafa@oc-innovation.ca.
