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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Build a Career That Grows More Than a Paycheque

Imagine a job where your office is outdoors, your work improves the environment, and your efforts make your community a better place to live.

If you enjoy being in nature, care about the planet, and want to leave a positive mark on the world, a career in parks, landscaping, or horticulture may be calling you.

This is work that matters. From creating green spaces and caring for public parks to restoring ecosystems and growing healthy landscapes, the green industry offers meaningful careers at every stage. Whether you’re just starting out, changing paths, or looking to deepen your skills through apprenticeships, college, or university programs, there’s room to grow.

Step outside. Do work you can be proud of.
Grow your future in the green industry.


OPA Foundation Scholarship & Bursary Awards Program

Your education is an investment in your future—and financial support can make all the difference.

If you’re pursuing a college or university program and need financial assistance, the OPA Foundation Scholarship & Bursary Awards Program may be able to help. Our scholarships and bursaries are designed to support students who are passionate about building meaningful careers and making a positive impact in their communities.

Take the next step toward your goals.
Explore your options and see if you qualify for one of our Scholarship or Bursary Awards.


Connecting People to Careers That Grow Our Future

Green Careers Canada connects students and educators with the education, training, and opportunities that lead to meaningful careers in the parks, landscape, and horticulture industry.

From schools and training programs to careers, scholarships, bursaries, and jobs, we help open doors for those who want to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact—on their communities and the environment.

Discover pathways. Build skills. Grow a greener future.



Find the Right School for Your Green Future

Are you applying to college or university and wondering which program is right for you? If you’re passionate about nature, sustainability, and hands-on learning, we’re here to help.

Explore a curated list of colleges and universities offering programs in horticulture, landscaping, and environmental studies—and take the next step toward a career that makes a difference.

Click the image above to start exploring your options.


Membership

Our membership is FREE for students and recent graduates. Membership gives you access to: 

  • Discounted fees for all training and parks-related services

  • Access to our online discussion forum

  • Subscription to our quarterly magazine - The Green Sward

  • Access to our online membership directory, providing you with networking opportunities

  • And more...

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Student/Recent Graduate Subscription period: Unlimited

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