Find Success in the Skilled Trades

A skilled trade is a career path that requires a particular skill set, specialty knowledge and training and is usually hands-on.

Some skilled trades require an apprenticeship. Why would you try an apprenticeship trade?

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FAQ

Are there any costs for an employer to take on an OYAP apprentice?

Is the student guaranteed employment upon graduation?

Are students paid for their apprenticeship training?

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MYTH BUSTING

There are a lot of myths about apprenticeship and the skilled trades.

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SKILLED TRADES JOBS DO NOT PAY WELL.

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Skilled trades are a dead-end job.

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Working in the trades is dangerous.

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Skilled trade work isn’t important.

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Skilled trades are for men.

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What’s up in the Skilled Trades?

Apr 26

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Congratulations to the new apprentice and CHSS student, Brayden Dykstra. He's been registered as a General Carpenter with Dykstra Construction. #amdsbOYAP #OYAP #SkilledTrades #apprenticeship #CHSS amdsbpathways centralhuron_chss

Apr 25

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Congratulations to new apprentice and LDSS student, James Armstrong. He’s been registered as an Agricultural Equipment Technician with Teeswater Agro Parts. #amdsbOYAP #OYAP #SkilledTrades #apprenticeship #425A amdsbpathways listoweldss

Apr 25

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Happy #ThankYouThursday from OCTE! Today, we're celebrating our amazing members who support Technological Education and Science & Technology in Ontario. Your dedication and passion are the driving force behind our success. Thank you for all you do to inspire the next generation of innovators! 🎉🙌 #TakeTech #TeachTech #SkilledTradesMatter #SkilledTradesOntario #STEM #SHSM #OYAP #ExperientialLearning #TechEd

Apr 25

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Congratulations to new apprentice and LDSS student, James Armstrong. He's been registered as an Agricultural Equipment Technician with Teeswater Agro Parts. #amdsbOYAP #OYAP #SkilledTrades #apprenticeship #425A AMDSBPathways Listowel District Secondary School

Apr 23

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IE Weldon Secondary School is excited to host a Reverse Job Fair on Wednesday , May 15 at the school beginning at 9:00am. We invite any current or future cooperative education employers, local organizations, businesses looking to hire (summer, part-time or full-time), and any industry or community partner wanting to provide mentorship to students to attend. Please RSVP to iew.tech.department@tldsb.on.ca or for more information. tldsbpathways trillium_lakelands_dsb #cooperativeeducation #SHSM #OYAP

Apr 23

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Congratulations to new apprentice and SMDVCI student, Scott Ross. He's been registered as a Truck & Coach Technician with JAAR Excavating. #amdsbOYAP #OYAP #SkilledTrades #apprenticeship #310T AMDSBPathways St. Marys DCVI

Apr 22

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Happy Earth Day from OCTE! 🌎 Let's celebrate our planet by promoting sustainability and innovation. Together, we can make a difference and protect our environment for future generations. Even small actions can make a big difference when it comes to protecting our planet! 🔹Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Make an effort to minimize waste by reducing what you consume, reusing items whenever possible, and recycling materials like paper, plastic, glass, and metal. 🔹 Conserve Water: Be mindful of your water usage by fixing leaks, taking shorter showers, and using water-saving appliances and fixtures. 🔹 Go Paperless: Opt for digital communications and transactions to reduce paper usage. Use electronic documents instead of printing whenever possible. 🔹 Use Energy Wisely: Turn off lights, appliances, and electronics when they're not in use. Switch to energy-efficient LED light bulbs and appliances to save electricity. 🔹 Choose Sustainable Transportation: Whenever feasible, walk, bike, carpool, or use public transportation instead of driving alone. Consider electric or hybrid vehicles if you're in the market for a new car. 🔹 Support Local and Sustainable Products: Purchase locally produced goods to reduce the carbon footprint associated with transportation. Look for eco-friendly, fair trade, and sustainably sourced products. 🔹 Plant Trees and Gardens: Trees and plants play a vital role in absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. Consider planting trees in your community or starting a garden to support local biodiversity. 🔹 Dispose of Hazardous Waste Properly: Dispose of household chemicals, batteries, electronics, and other hazardous waste responsibly. 🔹 Educate and Advocate: Spread awareness about environmental issues and encourage others to take action. #EarthDay #TakeTech #HappyEarthDay #Sustainability #Innovation #ReduceReuseRecycle #ConserveWater #GoPaperless #EnergyWisely #SustainableTransportation #SupportLocal #PlantTrees #SHSM #OYAP

Apr 21

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Danny Hotson works on replacing the parking brakes on a vehicle at his co-op with Van Nes Maintenance and Repair. Danny is learning about the automotive service technician trade. #OYAP #sdssco_op #SDSSGoldenBears
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Consider a career in the skilled trades!