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Construction for Canadians, a national collective of 57 construction associations in Canada, has released the following invitation to participate in its inaugural, pre-election campaign as well as on-going advocacy efforts: In this federal election, construction […]

BC Centre for Women in the Trades (BCCWITT) is working to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive skilled trades industry, where all feel welcome, healthy, respected, and safe. The organization is a partnership led by […]

SMWTCS received $246,500 from the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) – federal funding to facilitate access to trades training using new technologies, particularly targeting green initiatives. Our new Sheet Metal E.R.T. environmental training project will promote […]

Building It Green provides free climate-focused training for Canada’s skilled trades community, including apprentices, journeyworkers, instructors, union leaders, contractors, and employers. The 2½-hour online Foundations Course introduces essential skills for high-performance, green construction.Download the program […]

Community Benefit Agreements criticized for favouring unions, raising costs have boosted local hiring, improved conditions, SFU research finds By Wolf Depner, Nanaimo Daily News | nanaimobulletin.com A new report defends a program designed to improve […]