A Toronto based non-profit focused on equity in skilled trades. The site outlines career pathways like TradeLinx (a youth focused pre-apprenticeship) and Women in Construction (an extended training and placement program), offering details on program structure, eligibility, and support services tailored to underrepresented groups in trades.
Website: https://www.laboureducation.org
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Services:
TradeLinx
- Free 12-week pre-apprenticeship program for youth (ages 18–30) on Ontario Works.
- Provides hands-on construction skills, safety certifications (WHMIS, Working at Heights, Elevated Platforms), and jobsite tours.
- Offers wraparound support including social work, life skills, and links to job or union placements.
- Designed with cultural responsiveness and community partnerships, especially for Black youth.
Women in Construction
- 17-week total program: 8 weeks of skilled trades training + 8 weeks paid placement + 1-week career transition prep.
- Covers certifications (e.g., WHMIS, fall protection), and practical skills in carpentry, electrical, drywall, and more.
- Focuses on confidence-building, mentorship, career planning, and pathways into both union and non-union construction jobs.
- Designed for women ages 18–29 from underrepresented groups.