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Skilled Trades Schools in Ontario

October 22nd, 2016; By Jingwei Chen

This article will highlight three Ontario schools that provide training in the skilled trades. Remember that in-school theoretical training is a mandatory part of your apprenticeship, and these schools are […]


Atlantic Canada Trade Schools and Programs

October 2nd, 2016; By Erin Kelly

Do you live in Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia or PEI? Are you interested in moving to the East Coast? Are you interested in a career in the trades industry? […]


Trades in Western Canada and How to Get Started: Alberta and British Columbia

October 2nd, 2016; By Erin Kelly

Do you live in Alberta or British Columbia and dream of a career in the Trades? Maybe you don’t know much about careers in the trades but want to learn […]


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 […]