When Tiana Vandenberghe signed up for the plumbing program at Holland College, she did not have a lot of background in the trades. “I went into the program blind, but I was open to everything, and I was ready to dive in and make it work. “The summer before I decided to go back to school, my husband, his father, and I installed a wood boiler in our basement. I enjoyed the ... [Read More...]
Young plumbing apprentice plans to live and work in a booming trade on PEI
Apprenticeship is a unique post-secondary opportunity to earn while you learn. It is a combination of 20 percent in-school training and 80 percent on-the-job work experiences under the supervision of a journeyperson. It is a partnership between industry, educational institutions, and government. PEI has 56 designated trades under apprenticeship, which is a stepping stone to ... [Read More...]
Youth in trades project: recruiting Women, Indigenous People, Newcomers and all youth
Youth are invited to information sessions on February 6, 2019 (Storm date February 7) at 9 am to find out more about the Youth in Trades project. Information session locations: Charlottetown: Lions Bingo Hall, Main Floor, Connolly Street and Summerside: Holland College Waterfront Campus, Room #73. Unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours per week) youth between ... [Read More...]
Program removes barriers while addressing labour shortages
Prosper East is a group-based employability skills program which helps unemployed individuals make a successful transition into the labor force. The program offers a five-week group-based classroom component and/or on-going employment coaching and mentoring. The program targets individuals receiving social assistance and/or disability supports, as well as Employment ... [Read More...]
Home renovation companies hiring for a busy season ahead
The 2018 Provincial PEI Home Show attracted over 100 exhibitors displaying their goods and services. Demand for home renovations and construction is active year-round and gears up even more in the spring, and many companies are hiring more employees. Attending the Home Show is a great way for job seekers to connect with a large number of employers under one roof. The ... [Read More...]
