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Career Profile: Furniture Finisher (French version available)

by Susan Huebert

Every room in your home or school likely has furniture in it. The tradespeople who make this furniture look and feel good are furniture finishers. As the name shows, these […]


Career Profile: Auto Body Repairer (French version available)

by Susan Huebert

Every day, accidents happen on roads all over Canada. They might be minor and barely dent or scratch the vehicles involved, or they might badly damage cars or trucks. For […]


Benefits to Attending a Trade School

by Meghan Brown

Pursuing some form of post-secondary education is often highly recommended, but college or university programs aren’t necessarily for everyone.  Attending a trade or vocational school is a great alternative for […]


Career Profile: Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

by Susan Huebert

The world is full of hazardous chemicals and other dangerous materials which can damage the environment and harm people. When manufacturing, mining, or other processes produce hazardous waste, people have […]


Career Profile: Architectural Glass and Metal Technician

by Susan Huebert

Almost every building has metal and glass in it, whether in small sections or covering entire walls. Architectural glass and metal technicians are the people who install these features. For […]


Build a Great Trades Career in 10 Years or Less: Making the Most of the Trades Employment Gap

by Meghan Brown

The future of the trades in Canada is caught between two seemingly opposing forces.  On the one hand, future-forward industries that rely on the trades are expected to see huge […]