Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in the skilled trades? The Tools in the Trades Boot Camp, run by Support Ontario Youth (SOY), is your gateway to an exciting future. Whether you're a recent high school graduate or someone looking to make a career change, our Boot Camps are designed to equip you with the skills and connections you need to succeed.

Why Join the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp?

“Our Skilled Trades Workforce Development program, and particularly our Tools in the Trades Boot Camp, play a critical role in preparing the next generation of tradespeople. We are committed to providing high-quality training and support to meet the growing demand for skilled workers in Ontario," explains Melanie Winter, Executive Director of Support Ontario Youth.

Tools in the Trades Boot Camps are not only fun, but they are also a great opportunity if you are considering a career in the trades, letting you...

👉 Hands-on training in various trades, providing you with the skills that employers are looking for.

👉 Learn industry-specific employability skills and explore pathways to apprenticeships.

👉 Attend a free, one-day Boot Camp event where you'll receive training, a complimentary toolkit, and have the chance to network with employers ready to hire.

👉 Receive support across various sectors; whether you're interested in Construction, Industrial, or Motive Power sectors, we've got you covered.

Hear from Our Participants

We've had lots of positive feedback from participants and their families about Boot Camp and the impact it has had on their careers and lives.

Jaidan M., a past attendee, said, “I thought Boot Camp was an amazing opportunity. Right out of college, I was applying for first-year millwright apprenticeships and wasn’t getting any responses or opportunities. Boot Camp gave me the chance to meet with employers and put my skills to use in front of them and let them see me at work and see me wanting to work.”

“I wanted to reach out as I just received a text and photo from my son, who is currently doing the Electrician Boot Camp in downtown Ottawa. He is so genuinely happy. Thank you and your team for putting these events together for our youth to explore the trades,” expressed a parent of one of our participants.

Employers, Get Involved!

If you are an employer in the trades-related industries, your expertise is essential to the apprenticeship journey. By joining SOY's Tools in the Trades Boot Camp for a day, you can not only help shape the future of the industry but also get first access to recruiting promising new candidates who are ready to work.

Bill M., Owner of Garrison Automotive Service Inc, NAPA AUTOPRO, shares his experience, saying: “The program is a proven success, with all sessions I have attended having great turnouts and allowing future apprentices to try different trades before getting hired into the working field. This dramatically reduces our hire and loss margin as they are already partly prepared for what to expect.”

You can invest in the future by hiring our program participants, who are eager and ready to contribute from day one. Enhance your business while supporting the next generation of tradespeople.

Who Can Participate?

All Tools in the Trades Boot Camps are open to individuals aged 18+ or recent high school graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your career. Apply now to Support Ontario Youth’s Tools in the Trades Boot Camp and take the first step towards a bright future in the skilled trades through the link below:

https://toolsinthetrades.ca/#calendar

Make your future work for you with the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp. Your journey to a successful career in skilled trades starts here!

This Employment Ontario project is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.