Connecting Tradeswomen November 2024 update

This first event was held at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) in Edmonton on October 3! Thank you to our amazing event funders: the Government of Canada’s Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy, NAIT, Polytechnics Canada, the Office to Advance Women Apprentices and Jardeg. Close to 50 tradeswomen were able to participate! Check out the video from the session here: https://youtu.be/lt7LqsEpoLs

Spaces for our second Connecting Tradeswomen event planned for Saturday November 30th at BCIT in Burnaby are filling fast! Registration closes at 11:59pm Pacific time on November 22.

Wondering what this day is about?

The focus of this session is leadership skill development. We want everyone to see their leadership qualities, wherever they are in their career. Participants will come away with practical tools they can put into practice right away!

Agenda for the day

· The event is scheduled from 8:00-4:30pm at the BCIT campus in Burnaby.

· Registration and a full hot breakfast opens at 8:00am.

· Lunch will be provided and refreshments throughout the day are included.

Frequently asked questions

1. Is this session for me?

YES! Tradeswomen at all career stages are welcome to attend. Come and join the day, make some new connections and have some fun while learning some great tools.

Parking, meals and session materials are all provided at no cost for everyone.

2. The registration page says there is a $50 deposit required at the time of registration. Do I get that back after the event?

YES! We require a $50 deposit to hold your space so we can ensure we have the correct number for catering. It will be fully refunded after your attendance at the event.

3. What should I bring and what is the dress code?

You only need to bring yourself. We will supply all materials that you will need.

There is no dress code. Come as you are – jeans, hoodies and t-shirts welcome.

4. I have someone I think would like to join. Can they still register?

YES! Please feel free to forward this to any tradeswoman you think would like to attend.

Spots are filling fast and spaces are limited, registration closes November 22! Register here: https://winsett.ca/courses/connecting-tradeswomen-empowerment-roadshow/

Thank you to our BCIT event sponsors: the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy, BCIT, Keen Utility – She Builds, BC Building Trades, Peggy Workwear and Building Builders.