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Free Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

Our free pre-apprenticeship programs offer training to eligible individuals, along with job search assistance after graduation.

 

Students graduate with valuable skills and hands-on experience, safety certifications and are fully prepared to launch a career in the industrial or construction sector.

CREW

Carpentry & Residential Electrical Worker Pre-apprenticeship Program

This program offers training in two trades: carpentry and residential electrical, ensuring graduates have numerous career paths, a relevant skill set, shop experience and safety certifications.

We are now recruiting for Summer 2025

Learn more and apply today!

MEP

Industrial Millwright Mechanic & Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program For Youth

This program offers participants training in three trades; machining, industrial millwright mechanic and industrial electrical ensuring graduates have numerous career paths, a relevant skill set, shop experience and safety certifications.

We are now recruiting for Summer 2025

Learn more and apply today!

WIST

Women in Skilled Trades, Enhanced General Carpentry

This free program provides eligible low income women with the tools and training to launch a career in the Construction Industry. The program is focused on trades required in residential construction.

We are now recruiting for Summer 2025

Learn more and apply today!
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What you’ll like about our programs

Students benefit from small class sizes and hands-on, practical training, spending 70–80% of their time in the shop.

 

Our pre-apprenticeship programs run for 22–24 weeks, offering full-time hours and instruction from experienced industry professionals.

 

Graduates receive job search assistance to kick-start their careers in the skilled trades.

 

Programs are free, fully funded by the government of Ontario.

Latest Job Openings

Visit the Job Board to see all available openings.

Professional House Cleaner

Burlington, Oakville In-person Permanent

Posted: July 22, 2025

MaidPro Burlington-Oakville is a locally owned and operated residential cleaning company dedicated to improving the lives of its clients by providing high-quality, reliable home cleaning services. Proudly serving the communities of Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, and surrounding areas, MaidPro is …

JobID: AW15

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Cook

Milton ON In-person Permanent

Posted: July 22, 2025

We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a ‘COOK’. The position will begin as part-time, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on performance and availability.   The ideal candidate should have …

JobID: FM211

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Assistant Cook

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: July 22, 2025

Job details  Shift and schedule  Weekends as needed  Evening shift  Every Weekend  Day shift  Application Details: Cover letter  ESTABLISHMENT: Térasa Restaurant  LOCATION:  Burlington, ON RESTAURANT HOURS:  MONDAY: CLOSED  TUESDAY: CLOSED  WEDNESDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm  THURSDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm  FRIDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm  SATURDAY: 8:00am-9:00pm  SUNDAY: 8:00am-3:00pm  …

JobID: FM166

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Volunteering: To Give is to Receive! 

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On April 29, 2025, Centre for Skills proudly celebrated the dedication of 39 remarkable individuals at our Volunteer Recognition Celebration during National Volunteer Week. It was made very clear by volunteers who spoke at the event that the benefits of…
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Join Our Newcomer Conversation Circles in Halton!

February 10, 2025

Want to chat in English with other Newcomers to Canada? Join Our Newcomer Conversation Circles! Come join us in person at our local libraries in Burlington and Oakville! This is a wonderful opportunity for newcomers to connect with more experienced…
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Our pre-apprentices are skilled, trained, safety certified and ready for work.

Fill your recruiting needs with qualified apprentices who are ready for work from day one.

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