Embrace Skilled Trades

Embrace Skilled Trades

Join our Embrace Skilled Trades event to connect, network, and navigate the skilled trades landscape for your business.

By Workforce Planning and Development Board

Date and time

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 · 5 - 8pm EST

Location

CASO Railway Station - North America Railway Hall Of Fame

750 Talbot Street St. Thomas, ON N5P 1E2 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

The Embrace Skilled Trades event connects small and medium-sized businesses with valuable insights into our region’s skilled trades and apprenticeship landscape. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders, learn about local and government support programs, and discover how skilled trades can benefit their workforce.

At this event, attendees will:

  • Learn strategies to attract and integrate skilled tradespeople into their business.
  • Connect with professionals and industry leaders.
  • Access the latest information on government and local support programs for employers.

Who We Are
The Elgin Middlesex Oxford Workforce Planning and Development Board (EMOWPDB) provides stakeholders with quality labour market information to help make decisions that result in a thriving, viable economy. We are one of 26 organizations in the Workforce Planning Ontario network, working to improve the coordination of community responses to labour market needs.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a cost to attend?

Yes, the cost is $25 per person.

What should I bring?

Bring business cards for networking and any questions you may have about apprenticeship programs.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the CASO Station is fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any additional accessibility needs, please contact us in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate your requirements.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is available at the venue. Additional information on parking and public transportation options will be provided closer to the event date.

Will food be provided?

Yes, food and beverages will be provided.

What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies?

If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies please let us know at: petrusia@workforcedevelopment.ca, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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Workforce Planning and Development Board

Elgin Middlesex Oxford Workforce Planning and Development Board is one of 26 organizations across the province forming the Workforce Planning Ontario network.

The Workforce Planning and Development Board’s role is to improve coordination of community responses to current labour market issues identified through labour market information. We do this by gathering intelligence about supply and demand for workers with a wide partnership of organizations across the Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford area.