Power of Trades Information Session - On line on Zoom

Work in the trades includes jobs like: electrician, plumber, mechanic, welder, hairstylist, cook, baker and much more!

• Learn how we can help you get started in the skilled trades today.

Participation in the program is FREE OF CHARGE and includes:

Program includes:

- 4 weeks of in-class pre-employment training – in-person!

- Certifications include: First Aid & CPR-C, WHMIS, Working at Heights, Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps, and Service Excellence

- Paid work placement in your trade of choice

- Financial support to purchase tools

To participate, you MUST:

- Be a Permanent Resident OR Convention Refugee

- Be 18 years of age or older

- Be a resident of Ontario

Information Session Dates:

Thursday, Nov 17, from 10am – 11:30am (In-person, 150 Isabella Suite 204)

Tuesday, Nov 22, from 1pm-2:30pm (In-person, 150 Isabella Suite 204)

Wednesday, Nov 30, from 10am -11:30am (Virtual – Zoom)

Tuesday, Dec 6, from 4pm -5:30pm (Virtual – Zoom)

Wednesday, Nov 30, from 10am -11:30am (Virtual – Zoom)

Tuesday, Dec 6, from 4pm -5:30pm (Virtual – Zoom)

Wednesday, Dec 14, from 1pm-2:30pm (Virtual – Zoom)

To register for one of the sessions, or more information, please contact us at:

343-998-9659 | poweroftrades@ymcaywca.ca