While apprentices are paid wages at work and are often eligible to receive Employment Insurance benefits during technical training, extra financial support may be required. In addition to wages, there are grants, scholarships, and other financial supports available.
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Office to Advance Women Apprentices
Increases employment opportunities for females in the skilled trades by helping employers access a Targeted Wage Subsidy. The organization has a large registry of female apprentices who have completed their training, a Mentorship Program connecting women working in the trades with those interested and offers diversity scholarships.
Ogemawahj Tribal Council Rama, Ontario
Training and employment support is offered to Indigenous clients.
Okanagan Training & Development Council Kelowna, British Columbia
Training and employment support is offered to Indigenous clients.
Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres Toronto, Ontario
Training and employment support is offered to Indigenous clients.
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
A school-to-work program that allows students to explore and experience skilled trades career opportunities, starting in Grade 11 or Grade 12.
Option Femme Emploi
General program with exposure to multiple trades.
Options and Opportunities (O2)
A 3-year program designed to help students work toward a career or occupation. Students get supports that respond to their learning needs and linkages to the workplace and post-secondary destinations.
Oteenow Employment and Training Society Edmonton, Alberta
Training and employment support is offered to Indigenous clients.
PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada
Programs for newcomer skilled tradespersons, including certifications, training and international qualification recognition.
Prairie Arctic Regional Council’s Sisters of the Brotherhood Women’s Committee, United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
Supports female members by providing assistance obtaining craft training and leadership skills, advocating for women’s issues and mentoring members.