As part of my ongoing professional development and craft as a Red Seal Journeyperson carpenter, I am pleased to share the news that I will be part of the Tradeswomen Building Bridges delegation from November 10 to 22, 2024. Tradeswomen Building Bridges (TBB) is a not-for-profit organization focused on building North American representation in the...
The UBC emphasizes the importance of early education and exposure to skilled trades. Our Locals each try to do this by providing hands-on training, being involved in local community events, offering safety courses, hosting open house tours, and creating career exploration opportunities for the community and industry partners. However, our industry still struggles with encouraging...
In an innovative approach to high school co-ops, UBC Local 2222 partnered with the Bluewater District School Board and the Nuclear Innovation Institute to launch the Energy Sector Co-op in Kincardine. This program allowed 26 students to explore up to 25 different occupations over four months, offering hands-on experience in areas like welding, pipefitting, and...
The Trade Winds to Success program is a unique initiative that supports individuals from Indigenous communities in accessing education and professional training in millwrighting. UBC Millwright Local 1460 Alberta has been a proud supporter of this program since 2010. The program provides a comprehensive education and training experience for students – including job readiness skills,...
