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«Trades» column

Career Profile: Police Officer

February 19th, 2013; By Kathleen Gerry

People who are attracted to being a police officer highlight the many benefits associated with this position. They want to work as a police officer because of the thrill of […]


Employee Rights

February 12th, 2013; By Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

Each and every worker in Canada has three rights… 1. The Right to Know 2. The Right to Participate 3. The Right to Refuse Dangerous Work The Right to Know […]


WSIB: Seven Things You’d Better Know

February 12th, 2013; By WSIB

1. What you don’t know can hurt you… There are hazards in every workplace and you – the young and inexperienced worker – are especially at risk. 2. What you […]


A Career in Trades – From Insiders

January 29th, 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 […]


What Is a Red Seal and Why Is It Important?

January 27th, 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 […]


Why the Trades?

January 25th, 2013; By CareersInTrades.ca

When people think about the skilled trades, several immediately spring to mind – electrician, plumber, welder, carpenter. But opportunities in the skilled trades are much more extensive. From hairstylist to […]


What’s an Apprenticeship?

January 25th, 2013; By CareersInTrades.ca

Apprenticeship is a form of post-secondary training that teaches the skills and competencies necessary to perform tasks to an industry standard. Apprenticeship training provides the opportunity for hands-on learning under […]