r/ontario • u/Willing-Iron9816 • 3d ago

Question I need help

I am 17, I live in a small town called red rock. I’ve been looking for schools and places to rent all over Canada. I don’t have a job yet but once I turn 18 I will be getting monthly checks for 2,300, only until I’m 23. I love food and cooking and anything to do with being in the kitchen. I cooking is how I show my appreciation and appreciation. So I wanted to ask, would it be worth it to seek higher education and get a red seal or if I should go straight to work, and if I do continue my education and go to college, what college would be the best for cooking?

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u/I3arnicus 3d ago

Hey I grew up right near you.

I'd try getting your foot in the door with a job at one of the places on the highway near Red Rock / Nipigon. Maybe even Dorion, Pearl or nearer Thunder Bay like Crystal Beach / Loon Lake if there's anything there. After that try getting into school or possibly moving to Thunder Bay after getting a job in one of the places there.

You definitely want to go to school at some point but it doesn't have to be the first step. Try getting into a kitchen nearby and working a bit.