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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 […]


The Pros and Cons of Apprenticeship

May 31st, 2016; By Meghan Brown

Deciding on an Apprenticeship in the Trades Going to college or university isn’t for everyone. You may not be interested in living the student life, or you may prefer working […]


Office Life in the Construction World

May 20th, 2016; By Anthony Teles

My Nonno (Italian for grandfather) arrived in Canada back in the 1950s. Like many Italians of the era looking to better their lives, he found work in construction. However, unlike […]


Benefits of Skilled Trade Co-op Programs for Secondary Students

May 20th, 2016; By L. Tetro

Most high schools in Canada offer work experience programs, also known as Co-operative Education or, Co-op.  Students get to spend part of the day in a workplace environment in a […]