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EVENT | Jul 04 2023

Summer Sessions: Virtual Skilled Trades Pathways Learning Sessions

Please note that these sessions have been cancelled. We will be continuing instead with our Industry Specific Speaker Series. Keep an eye on the events page for future Speaker Series!


Join HIEC-ApprenticeSearch.com this summer to get a head start on your career in the skilled trades! We will be hosting five industry-specific virtual sessions to help you explore the vast opportunities in the skilled trades.


These two-part virtual sessions will introduce you to the skilled trades pathways, give you information on how to secure an apprenticeship and give you the opportunity to hear first-hand from industry professionals and make meaningful connections with employers who are hiring!


Read on below to find the session that’s right for you, and register today!


Building a Career in Construction

July 4-5, 2023

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST daily


This two-part virtual session will focus on the construction trades and how to pursue apprenticeship opportunities as a brick and stone mason, electrician, heavy equipment operator, plumber and more!


Manufacturing a Career in the Skilled Trades

July 17-18, 2023

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST daily


This two-part virtual session will focus on the industrial trades and how to pursue apprenticeship opportunities as a cabinet maker, machinist, industrial millwright, welder and more!


Jumpstarting an Automotive Career

July 31-August 1, 2023

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST daily


This two-part virtual session will focus on the automotive trades and how to pursue apprenticeship opportunities as an automotive service technician, motorcycle technician, truck and coach technician, heavy-duty equipment technician and more!


Serving up a Skilled Trades Career

August 14-15, 2023

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST daily


This two-part virtual session will focus on the service industry trades and how to pursue apprenticeship opportunities as an arborist, baker, horse groomer, information technology service agent and more!


Going Green in the Skilled Trades

August 28-29, 2023

10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST daily


This two-part virtual session will focus on sustainability in the skilled trades and will feature guest speakers who are ready and excited to educate and inspire others about carbon neutrality, sustainability and green initiatives in the trades.



ApprenticeSearch.com’s Summer Sessions are hosted in partnership with the Business + Higher Education Roundtable, and with support from the Government of Canada.

EVENT | Jun 21 2023

Skilled Trades Career Pathway Open House

Join ApprenticeSearch.com and Skills Canada Ontario for a day of learning, development, and networking to boost your skilled trades job search.


Whether you just started exploring skilled trades opportunities, or are ready to connect directly with employers, this event welcomes all members of the community and aims to assist you in taking the next steps towards your skilled trades career goals.


Mark your calendar for June 21 or 22, and make the connections that will fuel your skilled trades success!


Event Details:

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

11:00 am - 3:00 pm


Thursday, June 22, 2023

3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

*Open House


Food and refreshments will be provided.


Location:

5230 South Service Road, Unit 200, Burlington, ON, L7L 5K2


Event Overview:

  • Meet ApprenticeSearch.com Job Coaches for on-the-spot job coaching, resume support, and elevator pitch practice.
  • Visit Skills Canada Ontario's Trades and Tech Truck for a hands-on skilled trades experience.
  • Connect with top employers and industry leaders in the skilled trades.
  • Participate in a tool demonstration with Ryobi Tools.
  • Discover skilled trades employment programs and support offered by ApprenticeSearch.com and Skills Canada Ontario, including tool and equipment subsidies.


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