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Skilled Trades Ontario launches framework of first strategic plan

Ontario’s skilled trades agency has unveiled a strategic framework that aims to shape the future of apprenticeship in the province.

NSAA aims to increase the number of certified journeypersons in construction finishing trades

Under NSAA’s Pathways Project, apprentices, including those who live in rural communities throughout Nova Scotia, will have a flexible pathway to certification using online technical training starting with eight Red Seal trades.

B.C. to require asbestos removal companies to be licensed by the government

Next year, the B.C. government is set to become the first in Canada to require that companies that work in asbestos removal be licensed by the government, part of a bid to eliminate bad actors and keep workers safe.

Ontario residential building permits return to pre-pandemic levels across all categories

Last year, 108,080 building permits were issued across Ontario for new development as well as home improvement.

 
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The Hammer episode #2: Get ‘Em Young – Ian Howcroft, Skills Ontario

How do we get young people interested in the trades? Ian Howcroft has some ideas and the organization he leads, Skills Ontario, is working hard in schools and through its Skills Challenge competition to seed the ground for our future workforce. Howcroft talks about how they’ve modified their programs to operate in the pandemic, possible future directions for apprenticeships, what draws kids to the trades and more. » Listen now...

The Hammer Episode #35: The application of Insulating Concrete Forms – Brian Corder, BuildBlock Building Systems and the ICFMA

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Skilled Labour

Casey Concrete Ltd., located in Hardwood Lands, N.S., is seeking a skilled labourer to work in their precast concrete division. » Apply now

Restoration Technician/ Skilled Labourer

WINMAR, located in Kitchener, Ont., provides emergency and reconstruction services to homes, businesses, industrial and institutional properties. They are seeking a Restoration Technician/ Skilled Labourer to join their team. » Apply now

Carpenter

Whiponic Wellputer is located in the town of Norman Wells, N.W.T. servicing the Sahtu Region. They are seeking a Red Seal Carpenter with a minimum Class 5 & Drivers Abstract required. » Apply now

Construction Project Manager/ Estimator

Edge Group, located in Burnaby, B.C., is a full service general contracting and building restoration company. They are seeking a construction project manager/ estimator with minimum 3 -5 years experience in a similar role within the construction industry. » Apply now