Leadership Development Program for Women in the Trades

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Many women apprentices and journeypersons have limited access to leadership training in areas such as self advocacy, public speaking, conflict resolution and mentoring. The National Leadership Development Program was designed by skilled trades experts to help participants develop as leaders in the workplace.

Participants in the National Leadership Development Program will be guided through five modules by subject matter experts, learning effective strategies and gaining practical tips to empower them as leaders in their workplaces and the broader skilled trades community. With improved skills in key areas, participants will gain the confidence to take on leadership roles on the job site and within their unions.  

This program will provide women and gender diverse individuals an opportunity to gain experience in a supportive environment. By learning effective strategies and practical tips, participants will be empowered to become leaders.

Subject matter experts deliver training on topics that support effective leadership. Participants are required to complete all five modules of the National Leadership Program for Women in the Skilled Trades.

An online learning management system allows for self-paced progress. A two-hour virtual group session is scheduled by your facilitator at the end of each module to clarify and discuss key issues.

The full program will take approximately 4 months to complete.

MODULE 1 : LEADERSHIP

MODULE 2 : COMMUNICATING WITH CONFIDENCE

MODULE 3 : TEAMWORK AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

MODULE 4 : SUPERVISORY SKILLS

MODULE 5 : MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

Women and gender diverse individuals in the final year of their apprenticeship or who are certified journeypersons may apply. We recognize the distinct barriers faced by women and gender-diverse people from multiply-marginalized backgrounds in accessing this type of training. Those from diverse backgrounds (who are newcomers, identify as 2SLGBTQQIA+, have a disability, or who are Black, Indigenous, or a person of colour) are especially encouraged to apply.

The National Mentor Development Program’s primary aim is to empower women and gender-diverse individuals within the trades by equipping them with valuable mentorship skills. This program also strives to establish a strong support network that offers coaching and showcases positive role models. The goal of the program is to enhance the retention and career advancement opportunities for women in the trades through creating effective mentors and, subsequently, mentorship relationships.

Individuals enrolled in the National Mentor Development Program will participate in five modules and engage in group discussions facilitated by subject matter experts and tradeswomen coaches. These coaches will provide valuable guidance for overcoming workplace challenges, especially pertaining to developing effective mentorship relationships. Additionally, program participants will benefit from personalized one-on-one coaching to address their specific needs and will have access to online materials on mentoring, including giving and receiving constructive feedback. This program will help to empower women and gender diverse individuals to become effective mentors and future leaders in the skilled trades.

Subject matter experts will deliver training on topics that will support effective mentorship. Participants are required to complete all five modules of the National Mentor Development Program and participate in virtual discussions.

An online learning platform allows participants to complete tasks at their own pace. Group discussions are scheduled at the end of each module to discuss key issues. The full program will take approximately four months to complete. Subject matter experts will deliver training on topics that will support effective mentorship. Participants are required to complete all five modules of the National Mentor Development Program and participate in virtual discussions.

An online learning platform allows participants to complete tasks at their own pace. Group discussions are scheduled at the end of each module to discuss key issues. The full program will take approximately four months to complete.

MODULE 1 : MENTORSHIP VISION: SETTING THE COURSE

MODULE 2 : CRAFTING CONNECTION: BUILDING STRONG MENTORSHIPS

MODULE 3 : NAVIGATING DIALOGUE: EFFECTIVE MENTORSHIP COMMUNICATION

MODULE 4 : WELLNESS AND WORK : FOSTERING A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

MODULE 5 : PASSING THE TORCH: KNOWLEDGE, CAREERS AND CELEBRATIONS

Women and gender diverse individuals in the final year of their apprenticeship or who are certified journeypersons may apply. We recognize the distinct barriers faced by women and gender-diverse people from multiply-marginalized backgrounds in accessing this type of training. Those from diverse backgrounds (who are newcomers, identify as 2SLGBTQQIA+, have a disability, or who are Black, Indigenous, or a person of colour) are especially encouraged to apply.

The primary aim of the National Program for Journeypersons Supporting Indigenous Apprentices is to empower journeypersons in the trades by equipping them with valuable mentorship skills. The goal of the program is to enhance the retention and career advancement opportunities for Indigenous apprentices in the trades by building journeyperson capacity to effectively mentor. 

Individuals in the final year of their apprenticeship or who are certified journeypersons may apply. 

Created by indigenous educational consultants, this program is meant to address commitments to TRC Recommendation 92 and is supports the apprenticeship community's commitment to reconciliation.