A platform dedicated to supporting women in the skilled trades across Ontario. OBCT offers mentorship opportunities, free health and safety training, monthly virtual sessions featuring working tradeswomen, and a strong online community for women in construction. The site also highlights advocacy, events, resources, and media that promote gender equity in the trades.
Location: Ontario (province wide; virtual and in-person events)
Website: www.obctradeswomen.com
Services:
- Offers free training programs on workplace health & safety, leadership, mental health first aid, anti-harassment, Indigenous awareness, and joint health & safety certification.
- Runs a mentorship program, pairing tradeswomen with experienced peers.
- Hosts monthly virtual events, committee meetings (3rd Monday), skilled trades info sessions (1st Monday), plus occasional in-person gatherings.
- Publishes Working Tradeswoman Wednesday features, “Explore” career profile videos, and monthly newsletters.
- Supports initiatives like a Speakers’ Bureau, film projects, advocacy days at Queen’s Park, and recruiting Joanne committees.