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Working in the Trades

There are excellent opportunities in skilled trades right now. Certified tradespeople are in demand, and support is available for you to build your career in this field.

This is also a time when women and gender-diverse people want to be connected to others to get support, share their experiences, and for some, engage in mentorship.

Some of the agencies and networks offered through the resources below can help you find opportunities and other people to connect with and get support.

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The Motive Career Portal
The Motive Career Portal

Through their Motive Power Career Portal, you can explore career options and opportunities in this industry

Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office
Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office

To find out about current employment opportunities, training and other news and events, check out the MEBO FaceBook page.

Job Junction
Job Junction

Access some great free resources to prepare for work or find new opportunities. Job Junction assists employees with reducing barriers and achieving success in their workplaces.

Apprentice Search
Apprentice Search

ApprenticeSearch.com is a free online job search and matching platform with an exclusive focus on apprenticeship trade positions in Canada.

Build Together Social Media Presence
Build Together Social Media Presence

Information sharing, apprenticeship opportunities, ability to connect with the Building Trades and employment opportunities for women interested in the trades to skilled tradeswomen.

Tradeswoman Registration - Office to Advance Women Apprentices
Tradeswoman Registration - Office to Advance Women Apprentices

Provides free services like supporting you with your job search, build a great resume, preparing you for interviews and helping you work through barriers to employment or job site issues. Registered tradeswomen also have access to mentors, networking events in your area, and more.

Nova Scotia Women in Trades Network Facebook Group
Nova Scotia Women in Trades Network Facebook Group

Get connected to the largest Nova Scotia Women in Trades FaceBook Network! You can share stories, rant or ask questions. Find out about job opportunities and more.

Who to get started with

Giving Back

When people get established in their trade, they often look for opportunities to give back and provide a hand up for those starting out. Groups like Techsploration provide mentorship opportunities for Women to mentor the next generation of tradespeople.

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Women in Skilled Trades Role Model Recruitment
Women in Skilled Trades Role Model Recruitment

Our role model network is extensive and provides an opportunity for women in our sector to mentor the next generation while also connecting/building their own professional network with other women in skilled trades and industry partners.

Be a Role Model with Techsploration!