#1. THE TRADES REPORT: The cost of a one-year subscription (five issues) is $150 + HST per school. 

Scroll down to see a sample of The Trades Report.

 

The Trades Report is valuable for students pursuing skilled trades and apprenticeships, as well as for guidance counselors, co-op teachers, parents, etc. It will allow students to have trades/apprenticeship information in an easy-to-read document with live links.

Inside The Trades Report:

    • How to prepare for a career in the trades incl. OYAP, apprenticeships, Red Seal Program, etc.
    • Featuring trades from each of the four sectors: wages, skills required, employment opportunities.
    • Labour Market Information (LMI), trends, current news, etc.
    • Current financial incentives including grants, scholarships/bursaries, free pre-apprentice training programs, etc.
    • Section highlighting scholarship, bursaries, opportunities, and resources designated for Black students and Indigenous students.
    • Spotlight on a tradesperson currently working in the field.
    • Information on upcoming events that highlight careers in the skilled trades.

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SAMPLE: THE TRADES REPORT 

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#2. VIDEO WORKSHOP: Career Pathway: Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship (Length: 25:05). Available now.

  • $35.00 per school for access.
  • The video will be posted and available to watch until the last day of school.
  • Schools will receive a summary document containing all relevant links to information in the video.

Topics include:

  • What are Skilled Trades?
  • Compulsory and non-compulsory trades
  • Red Seal Program
  • Benefits of a career in the trades
  • Exploring the trades in high school and beyond high school
  • Preparing for an apprenticeship
  • Labour Market Information
  • Financial and other incentives for trades