Launched in 2019, theAWIT program is dedicated to bringing more women into our trades’ workforce – helping them thrive and achieve continued success. Women in the program complete placements within Ontario in roles such as Utility/General Labourer, Directional Driller, Locator, and more. Apply No...
March 10, 2023 – As part of its efforts to attract and assist female apprentices, Support Ontario Youth published a new section on its website aimedspecifically at women in the trades. A registered charity, SOY works with apprentices, employers, and industry stakeholders to identify gaps in ap...
Aboriginal women in tradesThe article informs that Sault College would provide two cohorts of the heavy equipment operator program to Aboriginal and Metis women in 2015 to get training to work in the construction and mining sectors.KELLY, ...
The Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen (OBCT) is a committee of tradeswomen working together to advocate for women in the trades to ensure they feel inspired, welcomed, motivated, challenged, and empowered.
CORNWALL, Ontario – March 8 is International Women’s Day, an annual day to celebrate the achievements of women, raise awareness of gender bias and take action for equality. In theUpper Canada District School Board(UCDSB), young female students are breaking gender stereotypes by exp...
This study aims to develop an enriched understanding of the systemic and structural factors that present barriers to women's participation in the trades, as well as the types of supports and services that would enhance entry and retention rates – and respond to these needs specifically in the ...
The first all-female game was in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, in 1892, and the first world championship was held in 1990. Recognizing the growing popularity of the sport, the… Read More lacrosse In lacrosse: Women’s lacrosse Popular in the British Isles, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, ...
Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Ontario Women’s Directorate Women in Skills Trades and Information Technology Training Program WOMEN IN SKILLED TRADES AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING PROGRAM CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2012 – 2014 Call Issued: May 16, 2011 Submission Deadline: June 27, 2011, 5:...
March 5, 2021 – Electrician Karen Pullen, business rep with IBEW Local 353, has been named chair of the newly formedOntario Building & Construction Tradeswomencommittee. A member of the local since 1990, she already advocates for women in the trades as chair of Local 353’s Women’s Commi...
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