Explore the Trades
MYTH: Women don’t belong in the skilled trades
FACT: Women belong anywhere they want
Anyone can become an expert in a trade they love! Build on your unique strengths and help shape Canada’s future – all with the support of a union behind you.
- Earn while you learn
- Hands-on learning
- Mentorship programs
- Competitive wages and benefits
- Rewarding work
- Plenty of room to move up
- A workforce that welcomes you!
Earn while you learn on your way to a rewarding career

Inclusive environment
There are many women in the skilled trades and unions. Unions across Canada continue to work to make the skilled trades a welcoming place for all.

Earning potential
High-paying wages aren’t just for doctors, lawyers and CEOs. Many trades in Canada offer excellent starting wages with the potential to earn six figures!

Rewarding careers
Help shape your community’s future by working on projects you can be proud of and that will continue to make an impact for generations!

Work-life balance
Many trades offer more flexibility than a typical 9-to-5 desk job, with a ton of medical and financial benefits that your family can take advantage of.
Start your next career move here!
Explore the trades below to find the best fit for you.

Architectural Glass & Metal Technician

Brick & Stone Mason

Cement & Concrete Finisher

Concrete Pump Operator

Construction Boilermaker

Construction Craft Worker

Drywall Finisher & Plasterer

Drywall, Acoustic & Lathing Applicator

Electrician - Construction & Maintenance

Elevating Devices Mechanic

Floor Covering Installer

General Carpenter

Hazardous Materials Worker

Heat & Frost Insulator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Hoisting Engineer - Mobile Crane Operator

Hoisting Engineer - Tower Crane Operator

Industrial Millwright

Ironworker - Structural & Ornamental

Painter & Decorator (Commercial & Residential)

Painter & Decorator (Industrial)

Plumber

Precast Concrete Erector

Precast Concrete Finsiher

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

Reinforcing Rodworker

Restoration Mason

Roofer

Sheet Metal Worker

Sprinkler & Fire Protection Installer

Steamfitter

Terrazzo, Tile & Marble Setter
