Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships
Opportunity knocks in the exciting world of apprenticeship training and skilled trades employment. More than 140 skilled trades occupations are yours to discover across four sectors: Motive Power, Industrial, Construction and Service. And in Hamilton, one of Canada's top skilled trades communities, the training and employment options are varied and accessible. Visit the sites below to learn more about what's happening at our local school boards and Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology (Ontario's leading skilled trades trainer) and what's new to help link apprenticeship candidates to employment in our community.
Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities
Apprenticeship Client Services Unit - Hamilton
5th Floor, 119 King Street West
905-521-7764 / 1-800-668-4479
The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities supports programs and services for both employers and employees.
Mohawk College Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Research, Resources and Training (STARRT) Institute
481 Barton Street, Stoney Creek 905-575-1212 ex 5008
Offers skilled trades training and pre-apprenticeship training programs.
The Threshold School of Building
110 Catherine Street North
905-522-8686
Threshold School of Building offers an 8-week program, for students from ages18-30, which introduces students to the trades and includes practical 'hands-on' experience working at an actual building site.
50 Murray Street West
905-522-4439 ext. 305
The Marty Karl Centre offers the Assistant Cook Apprenticeship program, a 45 week part time course in partnership with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Hamilton Public Library: Job Discovery Centres
Dundas Branch 18 Ogilvie Street 905-546-3200 ex 1476
Sherwood Branch 467 Upper Ottawa Street 2nd floor 905-546-3200 ex 7858
Visit one of these locations to access Red Seal Trade Reference Directories. Information about careers in the skilled trades is available through any branch of the Hamilton Public Library.
Helpful Weblinks
How can I find out more information about:
- Descriptions of Occupations in the Apprenticeable Trades
- Learning the Steps to Apprenticeship
- Starting My Apprenticeship
- Developing a Skilled Trades Resume
- Incentives for Employers
Free online service that helps facilitate the match between job seekers and employers offering apprenticeship opportunities/training.
Promotes and supports the apprenticeship training and education systems in Canada.
Information for youth, educators, parents, employers, and the media.
Employment Ontario Guide for Foreign Trained Tradespeople
Helps tradespeople obtain recognition of their trade qualifications and experience.
Canada's youth portal to career information, support services and opportunities through an accessible Internet tool that understands the uniqueness of youth.
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
Offers high school students the opportunity to begin an apprenticeship while still in high school.
A resource to explore career opportunities in the skilled trades and technologies
