Women in Trades – CCWESTT

Canada’s energy-fuelled gender gap Pay disparity in the energy sector and opportunities for equity in the clean energy economy

Canada’s energy-fuelled gender gap Pay disparity in the energy sector and opportunities for equity in the clean energy economy The energy industry is one of the least equitable industries in Canada for women and gender diverse people and one of the largest drivers of the national wage gap. From oil and gas to pipelines and […]

Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in the Skilled Trades in Nova Scotia

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Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in the Skilled Trades in Nova Scotia This report highlights key findings from the YWCA Halifax’s evaluation and exploratory research into sexual and gender-based harassment in the skilled trades. Between July 2023 and October 2023, the Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment (SGBH) in Skilled Trades project conducted a survey and follow-up interviews […]

A Sustainable Jobs Blueprint Part II: Putting workers and communities at the centre of Canada’s net-zero energy economy

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A Sustainable Jobs Blueprint Part II: Putting workers and communities at the centre of Canada’s net-zero energy economy Technical solutions to energy transition are only possible if we have workers and communities that are ready and trained to do the work. Given the scale of the changes needed, that won’t happen without careful planning and […]

Putting people, equity and inclusion at the centre of climate action

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Putting people, equity and inclusion at the centre of climate action In this report, we have summarized the plenary sessions and annotated the direct feedback we received from our participants. We recognize Pembina Institute’s position as one voice in a sea of many. We have utilized this event and the knowledge incurred from past engagements […]

Leadershift: Pathways to Gender Equity

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Leadershift: Pathways to Gender Equity Despite good intentions and investments in programs to support women’s participation in Canada’s electricity sector, the pace of change has been slow. Leadershift: Pathways to Gender Equity explores the status of women’s representation in companies across Canada’s electricity sector, with a focus on the leadership level. It includes a review […]

Profile of Women Working in the Clean Energy Sector – Final Project Report

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Profile of Women Working in the Clean Energy Sector – Final Project Report This report attempts to synthesize existing knowledge on the degree of women’s participation in the clean energy sector. Studies and reports show that one of the reasons women are reluctant to enter clean energy careers or to remain in energy roles once […]

“Can you bring down the systemic barriers in construction?” Barriers affecting women in trades initiatives in Canada

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“Can you bring down the systemic barriers in construction?” Barriers affecting women in trades initiatives in Canada In response to women’s persistent underrepresentation in Canada’s skilled construction trades, recent years have seen the introduction of roles, programs, and organizations tasked with advancing gender equity in this realm. However, while research has focused on if, how, […]

The Position Of Women and Girls as Regards Apprenticeship

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The Position Of Women and Girls as Regards Apprenticeship Report prepared by the International Labour Office Note The Secretary-General: The Secretary General has the honour to communicate the Commision on the Status of Women the following report which he has received from the International Labour Office on the position of women and girls as regards […]

Trades Women Taskforce Website

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Trades Women Taskforce Website Website Resources. In 2011, tradeswomen, allies, and advocates came together to form a coalition of organizations and individual members, including tradeswomen themselves, called The National Taskforce on Trades Women’s Issues, to address the lack of access, opportunity, and equity in the construction industry, and other skilled trades occupations. Credit: Trades Women […]

Apprenticeship Implementation Plan 2013

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Apprenticeship Implementation Plan 2013 In May 2013, Ireland’s Minister for Education and Skills announced a review of apprenticeship in Ireland to determine whether the model should be “retained, adapted or replaced by an alternative model of vocational education and training.” The Review was part of a wide-ranging reform programme in the Further Education and Training […]