News

Celebrating Sweet Success

On November 23, 2023 OAWA hosted our annual gala to celebrate our newest female Journeypersons and to present the annual Tradeswoman Trailblazer and Extraordinary Employer Awards. Held at the Bella Vista and hosted by Stephanie O’Brien, the theme of the event this year was Sweet Success and included a fabulous selection of desserts, including our

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Grants to Support Your Business

Employers looking to hire new apprentices can now apply for financial support through a new Canadian Apprentices Services Program (CAS) offering grants to employers, aimed at funding the hiring of first-year apprentices.

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YWCA Trade Journey

Since 2014, YWCA Saskatoon has been running a program called Trades Journey in which they assist women into economic sustainability through careers in the construction trades industry.

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Vanessa Miller in Mosaic Pond Pumphouse
Tradeswoman Prairie, Tradeswoman Stories

SK Trades Person Vanessa Miller

Vanessa Miller is a perfect example of how to go from start to success! Read about her journey and get in touch with her to discover your new career path.

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Employer PEI, Employers' Stories

Steel Heels

@Steel Heels is a great example of women making a stamp on non-traditional trades. Check out how owner Miranda MacIssac has been changing minds and hiring more young tradeswomen in PEI.

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Partner PEI, Partner Stories

Trade HERizons

Discover how we’re working with WNPEI to bring more learning opportunities to women interested in the trades in PEI. This is a partnership that’s reaping real rewards for local women.

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Ashton Weibel at Tire Machine
Tradeswoman PE, Tradeswoman Stories

PEI Tradesperson Ashton Weibel

From baking to fixing … engines! Ashton Weibel found her calling and changed her career path. You can too. Read Ashton’s story and find out how the office can help you discover your perfect place.

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Employer NS, Employers' Stories

SB TireCraft, Enfield NS

SB TireCraft Enfield needed an apprentice who wanted to learn all aspects of the trade, would value the community, and the integrity of the business. The Office to Advance Women Apprentices matched them with a direct entry apprentice from the corridor community.

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