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«Trades» column

Not Your “Typical” Welder: Women In The Trades

December 1st, 2021; By Chelsea Mizzi

Let’s be honest – how many of us girls grew up dreaming of being a mechanic or a welder? The answer is probably not many, and if you did you […]


You Can Help Fight Climate Change with Green Jobs in the Trades

November 1st, 2021; By Meghan Brown

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing people in Canada and around the world.  Sustainability and renewable resources are key to overcoming this challenge.  The world is changing. […]


Co-op Programs for the Trades in Ontario

November 1st, 2021; By Susan Huebert

Getting a job can be difficult, especially for people with little or no experience. When job seekers apply for work in the trades, it can help to show some skill […]


Career Profile: General Machinist

November 1st, 2021; By Susan Huebert

In your home and school, and in almost every building you enter, you can find metal. It might be on doorknobs or window frames, and even on furniture, railings, and […]


Career Profile: Foresters

February 27th, 2021; By Susan Huebert

Hiking in a forest can be fun, but not if a fire is burning or a disease has killed many of the trees. Forests are important for Canada, not just […]


Career Profile: Automotive Painter

January 30th, 2021; By Susan Huebert

If you look out on an average street, you can see cars and trucks in all different colours, from red or blue to black, white, or grey. Some even have […]


Career Profile: Gem Setter/Goldsmith

January 30th, 2021; By Susan Huebert

Every morning, people put on rings, bracelets, and more. Before they can do that, however, someone has to design and make the items. Gem setters and goldsmiths work with a […]