Community Health Worker Trainees

We are seeking Indigenous Canadian applicants for the Community Health Worker Training Program.

This full-time, 12-month program is hosted by Anishnawbe Health Toronto (A.H.T.), in partnership with George Brown Polytechnic (G.B.P.) and Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment & Training. Students take a selection of courses for 3 terms which are 4-months each. They also complete field placement hours for the year. The program is in-person, on-site at A.H.T., but some courses may be on-line. Successful completion of this training program leads to a G.B.P. certificate and the qualifications to enter the second year of the two-year Community Worker Diploma Program.

Who should apply?

• Indigenous Canadian applicants who are eligible for funding from Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment & Training
• Writing level of about Grade 9 or 10 (Ontario) Applied or Academic
• Have left school for reasons beyond their control
• Little / no experience in the social work field (or have demonstrated reason to apply to the program)
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area (G.T.A.)

Required for study:

• Computer
• Good Internet Connection

Information Sessions

2 Dates for ZOOM Information Sessions (Strongly encouraged to attend)

Please contact Darlene at dking@aht.ca to receive a link.

• Wed. Mar. 4 @ 2:30 pm
• Tues. Mar. 10 @ 2:30 pm

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their cover letter responses (questions below; mandatory), resume and 2 references by Wednesday Mar. 18, 2026.

Send to: Darlene King, Coordinator, Training Unit Email: dking@aht.ca

People With Disabilities Are Encouraged to Apply.

Miigwech/Thanks to all applicants.

Please Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This program proceeding is subject to the receipt of funding.

Cover Letter Questions

Tell us about yourself — Please answer all questions:

1. Why are you interested in this program?
2. What is your educational background experience?
3. How would you commit yourself to this program?
4. How do you see yourself working with your fellow students?
5. What you hope to do after you complete this program?

You may include anything else you wish, to help your chances.