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Sub-Trade and Sub-Contractor

August 24th, 2016; By Jingwei Chen

Any construction project, including renovations and maintenance, will involve many different trades. You need an electrician, a plumber, a roofer, a painter. Who is going to manage all these people? […]


Skilled Trades Schools in Western Canada: Part 1

August 24th, 2016; By Jingwei Chen

Western Canada comprises four provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. There are many skilled trades schools in Western Canada that one article cannot cover them all. This article will […]


Pros and Cons of Apprenticeship

August 24th, 2016; By Jingwei Chen

If you are interested in becoming a skilled tradesperson in Canada, apprenticeship is a necessary step. This period of training allows you to gain the skills you need and consists […]


Which Skilled Trades are Most in Demand in Canada?

August 24th, 2016; By Jingwei Chen

The skilled trade industry in Canada could be facing a shortage of skilled tradespeople, especially as the Baby Boomer generation retires . This shortage may apply to all the hundreds […]


Tips for Utilizing Your Business Skills in the Trades

June 23rd, 2016; By Rochelle C. Pangilinan

As the trade industry in Canada continues to thrive, more and more people, especially the youth, are grabbing opportunities to get their foot in the door through trade programs and […]


Skilled Trades and Apprenticeships in Ontario

June 23rd, 2016; By Erin Kelly

The Ontario College of Trades lists 156 skilled trades. They can be divided into four major categories: Construction, Industrial, Motive Power, and Service. The following lists examples of skilled trades […]


Benefits of Pursuing a Skilled Trade for Female Workers

May 31st, 2016; By L. Tetro

In the last article, we explored the challenges for women working in the skilled trades.  It can’t be denied that female skilled workers may face obstacles. But today we are […]