Promoting and encouraging young women to consider a career in the skilled trades and technologies.
Ontario, Canada
Joined May 2022
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WOMEN IN SKILLED TRADES! It is time to celebrate you! @skillsontario is inviting all women and those who identify as female currently in a skilled trade 🛠️ and tech👩🏾💻career to join us in CELEBRATION of International Women's Day to #InspiringInclusion.’
The evening will feature a variety of exhibitors 🧰, networking opportunities 💡, a keynote presentation by the amazing @RoGueye 🔈 , and of course amazing food [Tacos 🌮, Sliders 🍔 , Mac & Cheese 🍜 and DONUTS! 🍩] 🤤 !
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Calling ALL Women in Trades! @skillsontario are hosting our first International Women’s Day Celebration Event: Exhibitors, networking, a keynote speaker, and of course amazing food 🤤 Those interested in attending can now RSVP using the following link: skillsontario.jotform.com/24…
Thank you Kevin @kiewit for joining us today at our Virtual Skilled Trade & Technology Day : Excavator Build! It was great hearing about your experiences as a heavy equipment operator and foreman!
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Merci Kevin @kiewit de vous joindre à nous aujourd'hui lors de notre journée virtuelle des métiers spécialisés et de la technologie : construction d'excavatrices ! C'était formidable de t'entendre parler de vos expériences en tant qu'opérateur et contremaître d'équipement lourd!
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On December 2 @skillsontario hosted a Parent/Guardian Event in partnership with @georgiancollege. Young women and their supportive adult were treated to an amazing keynote & panel discussion and participated in some awesome hands-on activities! #WomenInTrades
Calling all Parents/Guardians/Influencers! We have partnered with @georgiancollege to host a "Try-A-Trade" Information Event for girls in grades 7-9. Explore different skilled trade & tech careers, meet with tradeswomen, and hear from an amazing keynote speaker! Register now!
There is still time to register for our upcoming Try-A-Trade information event in partnership with @georgiancollege & our Young Women's Initiatives Program!
This event is for girls in grades 7-9 and their parents. Register by Dec. 2nd using this link: skillsontario.jotform.com/23…
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We are so excited to be partnering with @georgiancollege to host a Try-A-Trade Information Session for girls in Gr. 7-9 and a parent/guardian from the @SCDSB_Schools and @SMCDSB!
Registration is now open: skillsontario.jotform.com/23…
Registration is open for our upcoming Try-A-Trade Information event on December 2nd, hosted by the Young Women’s Initiatives (@SkillsYWI) in partnership with @georgiancollege! This event is for girls in grades 7-9 and their parents. You can sign up here: skillsontario.jotform.com/23…
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Sudbury we are back! Come and join us for International Day of the Girl on Wednesday, October 11 live and in-person at Science North!
Registration now open: skillsontario.com/idg
Celebrate International Day of the Girl with us on October 11th! We will be in Sudbury and Ottawa to host in-person events featuring female tradespeople and offer virtual events featuring skilled trade activities. Don't miss out! Register at ow.ly/Z4Zj50PKzZe
Behind the Scenes Shot: Preparing to record the last @skillsontario "Sit Down with..." Virtual Conversation for International Day of the Girl! All recordings will be available October 4th on our YouTube Channel!
skillsontario.com/idg
Our very own @SkillsONTTT sharing her experiences with the @SkillsOntario Trades & Tech Truck! Cannot wait to see the new fleet in action!
Interested in being a Millwright? Check out this amazing opportunity to learn about @WESTofWindsor Pre-Apprenticeship Millwright Program. JOIN us JULY 5th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
BONUS: Participants will have the opportunity to be selected to start WEST's program in August.
Skills Ontario is hosting a Try A Trade Networking event in #Windsor for women and those identifying as women. Learn about a career as a CNC Millwright with @WESTofWindsor! Meet students in the WEST pre-apprenticeship program and try hands-on activities: ow.ly/YHzo50OW4lb
Please feel free to share within your networks:
@gecdsbpro
@WECDSB
@JFramSkillsON
@CityWindsorON
@GECDSB_EAC
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Looking for the opportunity to encourage students to pursue a rewarding career in the skilled trades? Check out the job posting below!
Skills Ontario’s Premium Sponsor, @sheridancollege, is looking to hire a Skilled Trades Technologist - Electrical to help more students pursue rewarding careers in skilled trades and technologies!
Link to job posting: sheridan.njoyn.com/cl3/xweb/…
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What a great time hanging out with the @girlguidesonnv - 4th Waterloo Pathfinders Unit learning about the Electrical & Carpentry Trades! Thank you @KickAssJourney for your support and passion for being role models to the next generation! 🔨🪛🔌
Registration now open for Summer Camps! So many great opportunities to explore and to try out different skilled trades careers. Check it out today! 👷♀️👩🔧👩🏭
Camp is where it's at! Register for a fun-filled week of unique and engaging workshops about various skilled trade careers! Learn more at skillsontario.com/camp
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Thank you @fordnation for being a part of the @skillsontario Young Women's Conference supporting and encourage young women to pursue a career in the skilled trades!
It was great to see the big turnout this morning at the @SkillsOntario Young Women’s Conference.
We're working hard to make the #SkilledTrades more accessible and welcoming for women.
✅Properly fitting safety equipment
✅Women’s-only washroom
✅Good-paying jobs
Calling all Employers! Spaces are still available at our YWC May 1 & 2. Come and network with young women from across the province (and get a free t-shirt too!). Register here: skillsontario.jotform.com/22…
The t-shirts for exhibitors at our Young Women's Conference have arrived! You can become an exhibitor and connect with the next generation of talent. Register here: rb.gy/nbj027
A BIG thank you to PK Sportswear for screen printing these shirts!
ALT A box of dark grey t-shirts with black and white graphics for exhibitors to wear at the 24th Annual Young Women's Conference in May.
ALT A person holds out a dark grey t-shirt with white font saying, 'Encouraging women to explore opportunities in skilled trade & technology careers.' A black and white graphic depicts four women in different careers in the skilled trades and technologies.
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ATTN Francophone Schools! We are hosting our Francophone Young Women's Conference in-person on May 2 for young women in grades 7-12 @ the Toronto Congress Centre! Register here: skillsontario.jotform.com/22…
Notez la date du 2 mai pour vous inscrire à la conférence en français. Je serai présente aux deux journées.
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So many great opportunities available at this year's Young Women's Conference! Come and chat with many inspiring women while learning about the skilled trades and technologies!
📢 ATTENTION SCHOOL BOARDS, we still have spots left for students ages 12 to 14 to attend our 24th Annual Young Women’s Conference in May!
There will be networking, keynote speakers, and hands-on activities! Please register here: ow.ly/m9tQ50NgVnA
ALT A skilled trades professional stands on stage while addressing a seated crowd in a conference room at a previous Young Women's Conference.
Happy International Women's Day! Not just today, but everyday is about continuing to be the change we need, to help #EmbraceEquity and encourage women of all backgrounds to excel!
Célébrez la Journée internationale de la femme avec nous alors que nous sommes #Touspourléquité et l’autonomisation de toutes les personnes qui s’identifient comme femmes! Faites partie du changement et manifestez votre appui!
