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«Trades» column

A Career in Trades: Automotive Service Technician

August 24th, 2013; By Wendy Chiavalon

Do you… • Enjoy working with your hands? • Enjoy fixing cars, trucks, motorcycles or small engines? • Want to learn more about electrical, hydraulics (fluid power), pneumatics (air power) […]


A Look at the Trades from Insiders

August 24th, 2013; By Jasmin Bollman

With a plethora of career paths available to students once they leave high school, it can sometimes be difficult to determine where you should turn. You can go to university […]


Defining Internships and Apprenticeships – Your Rights

August 22nd, 2013; By Canadian Intern Association

There are few laws in Canada defining or regulating internships directly. Each province has its own employment standards legislation, regulations and/or guidelines that may apply to interns. ONTARIO Ontario’s Employment […]


Women in the Trades

July 31st, 2013; 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 probably […]


Making the Case for Trades

July 31st, 2013; By Susan Huebert

Times have changed in the world of jobs. You might have heard from your parents or teachers that the best way to get a high-paid, reliable job is through a […]


Learning about the Red Seal Program

July 23rd, 2013; By Service Canada

What is the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program? The Red Seal program was established to provide skilled workers with greater mobility across Canada. Through the program, certified journeypersons are able […]


Apprenticeships: Finding An Employer

July 23rd, 2013; By CareersInTrades.ca

Finding an employer is the first and often most difficult step in an apprenticeship. If the employer you’re interested in approaching doesn’t employ apprentices, check out our list of resources […]