Pink Belts Construction Group is a women-owned construction company based in St. Albert and Edmonton. Founded in 2010 by Robyne Graton, the company offers a range of services, including project consultation, interior and exterior renovations, and property management. Pink Belts’ mission is to foster diversity within the construction industry by providing women with the opportunity to
It’s rare to find a company that builds community as intentionally as it builds circuits but Ground Electrical does both.\ Ground Electrical, founded by Master Electrician Steven Almeida, began as a solo operation between 2007 and 2011. Since then, Steven grew his business steadily with a clear vision: build a workplace grounded in heart, integrity
Trade Winds to Success is proudly celebrating its 20th anniversary, a remarkable milestone in its mission to empower Indigenous Peoples in Alberta through skilled trades training. By providing pre-trades education and ongoing support, Trade Winds helps individuals secure employment and Journey Person status in the construction industry, leading to economic self-sufficiency. Offering career training in
By Carol Moen President and CEO, Women Building Futures At Women Building Futures (WBF), we believe economic security changes lives. That is why we equip women with the knowledge and support they need to build lasting careers in the skilled trades. Careers that provide economic security, independence and confidence. One graduate’s story captures the heart of
Becoming a welder, as a first-generation trades woman in my family has had its obstacles. Being the first in my family to start a career like this, I did not know where to start, and nobody knew how to help me. I had no idea what school to apply to, what tools I needed or
What barriers have you faced in your journey of becoming a tradeswoman? The biggest barrier for me in taking up a trade was figuring out how to start. When I was trying to decide which trade to pursue, it was tough finding reliable information about them. Most of what I found came from random folks
Introducing Lacey Frigon, a highly skilled Red Seal Journeyperson in the Collision Repair/Auto Body trade. She is passionate about transforming damaged vehicles into certified, road-worthy masterpieces.
Meet Jill Boyce, the groundbreaking construction Project Manager, who defied traditional paths. Her journey into the trades started unexpectedly, discovering a passion for physical labour while working part-time in a glass distribution company.
Meet Jessica Patrick! Being part of the trades has been a way of life for her. At a young age in her Papa’s heavy duty mechanics and welding shop, Jessica Patrick’s trades journey began.
Emma Pollard is a Journeyman Scaffolder by trade and the Project Director for The Office to Advance Women Apprentices Alberta. Emma believes the Office will bring diversity to the workforce for employers while creating equal opportunities for women across Alberta.
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