Electrical trade Boot Camp gives students across Huron-Perth a career jumpstart

Oct. 10, 2023

High school students from across the Avon Maitland District School Board participated in a Tools in the Trade electrical boot camp in Stratford Wednesday.

Tools in the Trades Boot Camp goes to Saugeen Shores

Oct. 10, 2023

With a tremendous turnout and remarkable contributions from key industry players, the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp in Saugeen Shores was a resounding success. As part of its grand opening, Saugeen Sparks Training Center brought together labour unions, employers, and aspiring tradespeople to celebrate the future of skilled trades in the region.

That’s a Wrap on a Successful Return to Moose Factory and Moosonee

Sep. 09, 2023

Our highly anticipated return to Moose Factory and Moosonee was a huge hit, marking another successful endeavour to address the pressing trades shortage in the region. This initiative was completed in partnership with the Moose Cree First Nation and Support Ontario Youth (SOY) to help empower local communities with skilled trades opportunities.

Tools in the Trades program offers a rewarding career path in the trades

Jul. 07, 2023

In a world that often emphasizes traditional educational paths, the Tools in the Trades program is a beacon of hope for individuals seeking a different, yet equally rewarding, career path. By offering a comprehensive platform that promotes the skilled trades as a first-choice option, this program opens doors for those ready to embark on a fulfilling journey of learning and growth.

Boot Camp joins Take Stock! Podcast by Commusoft

Feb. 02, 2023

Tools in the Trades team members Joshua Wells and Kevin Graham joined the Take Stock! Podcast by Commusoft for a vibrant discussion of the past, present, and future of the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp.

Boot Camp goes to Moose Factory and Moosonee

Oct. 10, 2022

Our team members travelled by van, truck, train, barge, and even the Polar Bear Express to offer these life-changing Boot Camps.

Tools in the Trades Boot Camps offer hands on experiences in all different trades

Oct. 10, 2022

Shelly Marriage learned about skilled trades today, which is a very important and in-demand thing today.

When you start with a strong foundation, anything is possible

Aug. 08, 2022

When you start with a strong foundation, anything is possible. For the architects of the Tools in the Trades program, the foundations laid just over a year ago have resulted in not only exponential growth, but also a way to help build successful futures for Canadians interested in working in the trades.

Boot Camp For Youth Is "IDEAL" For Learning About Electrical

Jun. 06, 2022

Support Ontario Youth is also looking for employers who are passionate about their trade; knowledge and willing to mentor.

Electrical 'boot camp' aims to fill skilled trades void

Apr. 04, 2022

The goal is simple, to try and find future electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and mechanics, to replace the 250,000 skilled trades workers expected to retire in the next 10 years.

Boot Camp at Seaway Mall Showing Potential of an Automotive Trade

Feb. 02, 2022

When you are in high school, it isn’t easy to do know to do with the rest of your life. Should you go to university or college?

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