Showcasing the potential and benefits of careers in construction is the goal of a CRC partnership program focused on high school students. Spearheaded by UBC Local 494, the Enhanced Construction Program (ECP) is a forward-thinking initiative aimed at connecting students with hands-on skilled trades training. Through a partnership with the Greater Essex County District School...
Q: What new developments have been happening in the training world? Any big-picture updates? A: A big recent development for us is that an increasing number of our training centres have been receiving Training Delivery Agent (TDA) status. This designation allows us to deliver apprenticeships in-house, where previously it was mandated to be delivered by local...
On November 14, the Carpenters’ Union hosted a grand opening of the new UBC Built Training Centre in Vaughan, Ontario, a significant milestone in our commitment to providing state-of-the-art training facilities. This event marks a major investment to keep our members work-ready, now and in the future. The new UBC Built Training Centre offers a...
A new summer program for 20 high school students within the Greater Essex County was recently completed by Local 494. Empowering Tomorrow’s Workers was a partnership with the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB), where students had the chance to gain hands-on experience at Local 494’s Training Centre. The diverse group of students, between...
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...
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