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Career Profile: Insulation Workers – Floor, Ceiling, and Wall

by Susan Huebert

In Canada and other cold countries, insulation is important for keeping people warm and preventing pipes in buildings from freezing. In summer, insulation in floors, ceilings, and walls helps to […]


Should You Relocate for a Trades Career? Consider the Pros and Cons (French version available)

by Meghan Brown

One of the greatest benefits of being a skilled tradesperson is that there are opportunities everywhere, and your skills are directly transferable.  But should you relocate specifically to take on […]


Career Profile: Powerline Technician

by Susan Huebert

Turning on a light, using the oven, or recharging a phone seem like simple actions, but they require power, often from electricity. That power uses overhead and underground lines that […]


Trades You Didn’t Know Were Trades (French version available)

by Susan Huebert

If you had to name a trade, you would likely think of something like an electrician or a plumber. These are some of the jobs that people traditionally associate with […]


Farm Equipment Mechanic Career Profile (French version available)

by Susan Huebert

Every machine breaks down at some point, whether from frequent use or from being badly made. When that equipment is essential, such as on a farm, a person who can […]


Hairstylist Career Profile

by Alexa Cairns

A hairstylist cares for, cleans, cuts and styles hair. They assist clients by taking requests and giving advice to those unsure of what they should do with their hair. Hair […]