Building Confidence, One Weld at a Time
Entering a male-dominated field as a first-year welder, I quickly realized that my biggest barriers weren’t just learning the technical side of welding; they were overcoming self-doubt.
Building Confidence, One Weld at a Time
Entering a male-dominated field as a first-year welder, I quickly realized that my biggest barriers weren’t just learning the technical side of welding; they were overcoming self-doubt.
Pink Belts’ mission is to foster diversity within the construction industry by providing women with the opportunity to thrive in a traditionally male-dominated field.
What really makes Ground Electric different is their people-first approach. Steven often says, “If the employees aren’t happy and the clients aren’t happy then what are we doing?”
Trade Winds equips students with the skills they need to succeed in the trades while contributing to meaningful, real-world projects.
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.
If I were to give another woman looking into a career in the trades any advice, it would be to take the leap. Challenge yourself.
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.
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.
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