Canada’s women are revolutionizing the trades industry with new ideas and innovative solutions

“This isn’t a normal amount of women in a workspace when you average it out. The industry has just cracked open the door to women,” Liinamaa says.

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Canada’s women are revolutionizing the trades industry with new ideas and innovative solutions

Covergalls Workwear is changing the game for women in the construction industry

By incorporating workplace inclusion into Covergalls, the construction industry is making a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

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Covergalls Workwear is changing the game for women in the construction industry

You can get the most in-demand trade jobs right now without a degree

A big perk of these jobs is that in most cases all you need is a certification or license.

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You can get the most in-demand trade jobs right now without a degree

Young women receive advice from building enclosure specialists in the industry

Women in the building enclosure consulting field discussed challenges and opportunities they have faced throughout their careers in the trades industry.

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Young women receive advice from building enclosure specialists in the industry

Hamilton-area women can learn welding skills for free at the upcoming workshop

The two-week classes, which run Monday through Friday, include 30 hours of welding training and 30 hours of first aid training.

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Hamilton-area women can learn welding skills for free at the upcoming workshop

Building a more inclusive construction industry for women

“I think that the key thing is being as passionate as you can be, and you will succeed. No matter what your gender is.”

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Building a more inclusive construction industry for women

A New Mix of Virtual and Augmented Reality

These technologies let you experience an immersive, interactive learning environment that dissolves the barriers between the virtual and real worlds.

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A New Mix of Virtual and Augmented Reality

More women switching to careers in skilled trades

Apprenticeships are one of the best ways to prepare for a career in skilled trades.

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More women switching to careers in skilled trades

First Nations women are involved in a major transmission line

LCGS is the only program of its kind in Canada that is specifically designed for First Nation women from the transmission company’s owner communities.

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First Nations women are involved in a major transmission line

Tradeswomen are stuck wearing men’s gear, calling for ‘not pink’ work clothes

Although providing women with work gear won’t solve everything, it’s an essential step towards ensuring they feel included.

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Tradeswomen are stuck wearing men’s gear, calling for ‘not pink’ work clothes