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Enhancing the Retention and Advancement of Women in Trades in British Columbia: Final Report This study aims to develop an enriched understanding of the systemic and structural factors that present barriers to women’s participation in the trades, as well as the types of supports and services that would enhance entry and retention rates – and […]

Leveling the Field – A Best Practices Guide to Employing Women in the Trades

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Leveling the Field – A Best Practices Guide to Employing Women in the Trades A guide to support employers assess their workplaces for policies and practices which support women in the trades. Credit: Industry Training Authority British Columbia Date: N/A For more information on this resource click here. View

Apprentice Demand in the Top Ten Red Seal Trades: A 2019 National Labour Market Information Report

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Apprentice Demand in the Top Ten Red Seal Trades: A 2019 National Labour Market Information Report This 2019 report draws together apprenticeship trends data and projections from the Canadian System for Tracking Apprenticeship Qualifications (CANTRAQ) to provide a forward-looking assessment of demand and supply for trade certification across the top 10 Red Seal trades in […]

Supporting Working Parents Infographic – Solutions to Childcare Barriers in the Skilled Trades

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Women in Trades, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, EDI, Unions, Child Care Infographic – Accessible, affordable and quality childcare is an obstacle skilled tradespeople in Alberta have faced for many years. It affects our ability to attract and retain people to pursue a career in the skilled trades, and it’s only getting tougher on the industries we […]

Supporting Working Parents – Solutions to Childcare Barriers in the Skilled Trades

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Supporting Working Parents – Solutions to Childcare Barriers in the Skilled Trades Careers in the skilled trades drive the economy, build and maintain the essential services we rely on every day, and create a better quality of life for everyone. But, with the skilled trades shortage at our doorstep, we need to take action to […]

Building More Equitable Pathways 2

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Building More Equitable Pathways 2 Lead change that embraces universal design principles, values and celebrates differences, is actively anti-racist and prioritizes the psychological and cultural safety and wellness of participants in the apprenticeship system. Credit: Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency Date: 2021 For more information on this resource click here. View

Supporting Women in Trades National Strategy: Year One Report

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Women in Trades, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, EDI, Unions, Paid Content, Apprenticeship CAF-FCA invited employers, unions and training organizations to participate in a Champions4Change Program. This report shares highlights. Note – Paid membership needed for some resources. Credit: Canadian Apprenticeship Forum Date: 2020 For more information on this resource click here. View

On the Level – Women in the Aerospace Industry. An employer’s guide to creating respectful workplaces

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On the Level – Women in the Aerospace Industry. An employer’s guide to creating respectful workplaces. An employer’s guide to creating respectful workplaces within the aerospace industry. Credit: The Hypatia Association Date: 2009 View

Canada’s First Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan – Building our future, with pride

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Canada’s First Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan – Building our future, with pride The Government of Canada has developed and identified measures that will respond to key priorities for Canada’s diverse 2SLGBTQI+ communities in the first-ever Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan. Credit: Canadian Government Date: 2022 For more information on this resource click here. View

Charter – Dimensions: Equity, diversity and inclusion Canada

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Charter – Dimensions: Equity, diversity and inclusion Canada This charter is foundational to the Dimensions pilot program to foster increased research excellence, innovation and creativity within the post-secondary sector across all disciplines, through greater equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). Credit: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Canada Date: 2019 For more information on this resource click here. View