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.
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
The Office to Advance Women Apprentices is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) Canada, a registered not-for-profit organization helping serving, transitioning, and former Canadian Forces members to find new careers in the trades.
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.
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.
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.
Partnerships with unions like the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 254 improve opportunities for tradeswomen and ensure they’re receiving the benefits they need to succeed.
With our partners at the Canada’s Building Trades Unions and Manitoba Building Trades, we’re building success for tradeswomen all across Manitoba.
Tiana Bird wants to help people in her community and her journey to become a Red Seal plumber is just the beginning. Read her story and start on your own path!
Find out how our organizations are working together to improve the opportunities and outcomes of tradeswomen throughout the province.
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