Health and Wellness
What Does Your Routine Look Like? The construction trades industry continues to evolve in many ways. Technology, Health & Safety, Training & Qualifications along with overall planning and execution techniques have all seen a dramatic shift over the last 50 years. Along with these categories being part of this evolution, is also the fundamental importance […]
Why there’s a shortage of skilled trades professionals in Ontario
Ontario’s ongoing skilled trades labour shortage is creating challenges for industries, businesses, and communities across the province. The problem has become so critical that it’s impacting everything from major infrastructure projects to everyday home renovations. The result for prospective tradespeople: The demand for skilled workers is only expected to grow in the coming years. That […]
Canada’s construction sector is poised to grow through 2033
March 28, 2024 March 28, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada’s construction sector experienced a slight contraction in 2023, as growth in the non-residential sector was offset by a moderate decline in activity in the residential sector. Despite this trend, the industry continues to perform at an elevated level, and is poised to grow through 2033. […]
Ontario Supporting Women and Families in the Trades
Proposals would create new parental leave to include adoption and surrogacy, create job-protected leave for serious illnesses and require properly fitting PPE for women in all trades sectors November 26, 2024 ETOBICOKE — The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation that, if passed, will support families and help more women enter and remain in the skilled […]
The skilled trades shortage is now a threat to Canada’s economy—and we’re not doing enough to fill the gap
As the president of an association of manufacturers, Dennis Darby has been hearing a lot about the growing desperation of Canadian employers to retain experienced, skilled workers in the trades. “I talked to one business owner that was begging this guy to stay. ‘Whatever you want to work—three days a week, fine. You want to […]