The following information is a resource designed to assist in finding workplace solutions through the directory. It provides a curated collection of contacts, services, and tools that can help address various challenges.
If you’re interested in being listed on the Workforce Solutions Directory please reach out Tammy Amstutz, Director of Workforce Strategies.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
DiversiTrade
DiversiTrade serves as a DE&I concierge, assisting construction companies in building diverse and inclusive workplaces by connecting them with specialized DE&I resources and organizations.
Carmen Thirsk | [email protected]
Toddly
Toddly provides flexible childcare solutions tailored to parents working in the construction industry, helping employers attract and retain skilled workers by addressing a key barrier to employment.
Valerie Chin | [email protected]
Women Building Futures
Women Building Futures offers training programs that empower women, including newcomers, to pursue careers in construction trades, giving employers access to a diverse and motivated talent pool.
Natalie Smith | [email protected]
Office to Advance Women Apprentices
OAWA offers pre-employment resources, apprenticeship support, and career coaching specifically for women, including newcomers, helping construction companies diversify their workforce with skilled female apprentices.
Emma Pollard | [email protected]
Early Education (K-12) & Emergent Workforce (18-29)
TEPF
TEPF supports dual-credit programs that introduce high school students, including those from newcomer families, to careers in trades, offering employers the opportunity to connect with and mentor the next generation of skilled workers.
Angelique LaChance | [email protected]
Rupertsland
Rupertsland Institute supports the education and career development of Métis citizens, including newcomers, offering construction companies access to a trained and capable workforce ready to contribute to the industry.
Cassandra Lawrence | [email protected]
Honour the Work
Honour the Work provides curriculum supplements for Grades 1-6 that promote careers in skilled trades and construction, helping to inspire children, including newcomers, to consider construction careers early on.
Angela Coldwell | [email protected]
Youthful Cities
Youthful Cities is a social enterprise that creates data-driven solutions to improve urban life, including workforce initiatives that help employers engage young newcomers and address the needs of the next generation of workers in the construction industry.
Allyssa Sicam | [email protected]
CAREERS
CAREERS connects high school students with internships and work experiences in construction, helping employers build a pipeline of young talent for the future workforce.
Claudio Quinteros | [email protected]
Youth Employment Centre
The Youth Employment Centre connects construction industry employers with job-ready youth, offering recruitment support, training referrals, and access to emerging talent.
Jakson Pashelka | [email protected]
Workforce Training & Development
Prospect Human Services
Prospect’s Youth Apprenticeship Connection Program tackles the construction labor shortage by linking youth to apprenticeship opportunities, allowing participants aged 16-24 to explore trades, gain experience, and start rewarding careers.
Trina Smith | [email protected]
MCG Careers - EPIC Program
The EPIC program prepares individuals for employment in the construction industry by developing foundational skills, and providing role-specific training opportunities, offering employers access to a well-prepared workforce.
Remus Moreno | [email protected]
Momentum
Hire a Momentum graduate or host a work-integrated learning opportunity. Momentum programs are designed to fill identified gaps in the trades, and participants are uniquely qualified to serve in-demand industry needs.
Adam Krygier | [email protected]
Canadian Newcomers in Construction
Centre For Newcomers
The Centre for Newcomers offers training programs in construction, helping new Canadians gain the skills required for the industry. Employers can benefit by hiring job-ready candidates who are eager to contribute to the workforce.
Pablo Franco | [email protected]
TIES (The Immigent Education Society)
TIES provides education and training programs for newcomers, preparing them for successful careers in construction and offering employers access to a skilled and ready workforce.
Nabila Ghaffar | [email protected]
CIWA (Calgary Women Immigrant Association)
CIWA provides specialized training and support services that prepare women newcomers for careers in construction, enabling employers to access a dedicated and skilled workforce.
Punam Dalal | [email protected]
CCIS
CCIS offers training and employment services to help newcomers transition into the construction industry, providing companies with a diverse and capable workforce ready to fill critical roles.
Monika Bhandari | [email protected]
YYCTrades Training
YYCTrades Training delivers hands-on programs designed to equip newcomers with the skills needed for construction careers, offering employers a reliable source of trained workers.
Monika Bhandari | [email protected]
Talent Beyond Boundaries
Talent Beyond Boundaries helps connect skilled newcomers, particularly those from refugee backgrounds, with job opportunities in construction, allowing employers to tap into a global talent pool.
Lara Dyer | [email protected]
Jumpstart Refugee
Jumpstart Refugee Talent connects skilled newcomers from refugee backgrounds with employment opportunities in the construction sector, giving companies access to experienced and motivated workers.
Bassel Ramli | [email protected]
CANAF
CANAF supports French-speaking newcomers in their career transitions, including training for construction roles, helping employers meet their workforce needs with skilled bilingual candidates.
Koffi Buckner | [email protected]
To learn more about the workforce solutions available to the industry or to get an introduction, feel free to reach out Tammy Amstutz, Director of Workforce Strategies.