Learn new ways to apply your skills.

This spring, ​Careers in Cannabis: Pathways and Skills Training will be a FREE one-day event at Humber Polytechnic's Lakeshore campus. Improve your resume, learn about job opportunities, hear people's experiences, and win prizes.

Early sign-ups will be able to help shape the topics that are most valuable for their job hunt.

This event is meant for...
...whether you're:
  • Already in the cannabis industry
  • Doing that work in a different industry
  • Pivoting into the cannabis industry
  • Looking to try something new
  • Currently unemployed
  • Know a lot about the cannabis industry
  • Know nothing about the cannabis industry

Join us to learn about job pathways available to you - no previous experience necessary!

Why cannabis?

It's an emerging industry with opportunities to grow.

Join an Innovative Industry

Legal cannabis is only six years old in Canada, and new opportunities, products, and processes are being created all the time.

Make a Difference

An overwhelming majority of Canadians who use cannabis buy it from legal sources, so be part of shaping their experience.

The World Looks to Canada

Countries around the world are building their legalization plans with an eye towards Canada. Help shape how the world experiences cannabis.

Tell us what you need!

Everyone's career journey is different, and we want to help you discover your next opportunity. ​Sign up for event updates and tell us what information would help you most!

What's it like to work in cannabis?

​Careers in Cannabis: Pathways and Skills Training

​Join us at the FREE event! 

WHEN

March 22nd, ​9AM to 4PM

WHERE

Humber Polytechnic

WHY

Learn about opportunities, get direct job support and training, and win prizes!

READY TO LEARN MORE?

Sign up for event updates!

Share feedback based on your career needs and be the first to know when registration opens. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

ABOUT THE EVENT:
  • What will we be doing at this event? Industry leaders will host several workshops throughout the day, focused on different aspects of working in the cannabis sector. You'll attend these sessions to learn new job skills and about how different parts of the industry work. There will be breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided throughout the day, and prizes to win.
  • I already have a job. What will I gain from this event? This event will help expose you to different sides of the cannabis industry where your current skills may be utilized, along with providing some job skills you might not already possess.
  • Do I need a ticket for this event? Sign up below for event updates. When free tickets become available, we ask that you RSVP in advance, as space is limited. Some free tickets may be available at the door. ​
  • How old do I have to be to participate in this? You must be 19 or older to attend this event.
  • Is this related to medical or recreational cannabis? Either. Canada's cannabis laws do not discriminate for purpose of consumer use. 
  • What if I have a previous record in cannabis from before legalization? Information about options and services available to you will be at the event.
  • Will there be samples or cannabis to purchase at the event? No, unfortunately not. Cannabis distribution and use will not be permitted at the event or on Humber grounds. However, other non-cannabis giveaways and food will be available.
  • I work for a community organization. How can we become involved in the event? Email the Cannabis Education Research Team at [email protected]
  • What if I have more questions? Please email the event organizers at [email protected]

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ABOUT THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY:
  • Is cannabis a legitimate industry? Yes, over 150,000 people work in the legal cannabis industry in Canada.
  • Do I need to consume cannabis to work in the industry? No. Much like working in alcohol or lottery/gaming, employment in the cannabis industry is not necessarily influenced by your lifestyle choices.

    Stay in the loop: Sign up for event updates!

    The following information will help us plan content that is valuable to your job search. It will not be shared with anyone outside of the organizers of this event (Humber Polytechnic's Centre for Social Innovation, in partnership with the SEED Initiative and Ontario Cannabis Store) and for no other purpose than the Careers in Cannabis event. 

    We will share exclusive event updates with you so that you can help shape the content and be the first to confirm your FREE spot at the in-person event. Spaces are limited and are intended for individuals aged 19 and over. 
Have more questions? Email us at [email protected]!