Jane/Finch Community and Family Centre

E-Learning Centre

Videos on The Green Economy

This website offers resources for people looking for education or career opportunities in the Green career sector. Resources include school programs, articles on finding the right career, and job postings.
View green career guide

On this section of our website you will find e-learning modules to add to your learning on environmental initiatives and green jobs that the centre can help you participate in. Explore this website and find a variety of educational tools: from presentation slides, to newspaper articles, youtube videos, websites, personal experiences, and more!

Each module provides knowledge of specific themes. Select a module below to start

E-Learning Module 1: What is Green Work?

E-Learning Module 2: A Closer Look at Key Green Jobs

Van Jones on the Green Job Revolution

Van Jones begins this video with the statement that, "we need a green economy that is strong enough to lift people out of poverty."

Industry Professionals Talk about the Growing Need for Green Training and New Workers

67% of energy professionals indicated there is a shortage of energy management practitioners today

37% of energy professionals who were surveyed plan to retire in the next ten years.

61% of energy professionals indicate a heightened shortage of qualified professionals in the energy efficiency and renewable energy fields in the next five years.

61% of energy professionals indicate a need for national and state training for "Green Jobs" to address job shortages that are impairing growth in green industries