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Applications now OPEN: BCCWITT Career Advancement Bursary

Apply before August 15th to be considered for our Career Advancement Bursary this quarter! This opportunity is for equity priority tradespeople of ALL genders, including those who are...- Indigenous- Racialized people- 2SLGBTIAQ+- Immigrants- People with disabilities-...

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July 18: BCCWITT Info Session

Coming up on Thursday, July 18th: Meet BCCWITT staff, hear about our programs, and learn about what we’re doing to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive skilled trades industry! Employers, labour organizers, tradespeople, trades training staff, and anyone...

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Stand Up for Safe Workplaces to launch in spring 2025

We are excited to announce Stand Up for Safe Workplaces, a new approach to workplace culture and safety training. Developed in partnership with the BC Federation of Labour (BCFED) Health & Safety Centre, Stand Up for Safe Workplaces is an innovative new program...

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BCCWITT Info Session: Thursday, May 16 @ 12 PM

Coming up on Thursday: Meet BCCWITT staff, hear about our programs, and learn about what we’re doing to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive skilled trades industry! Employers, labour organizers, tradespeople, trades training staff, and anyone interested in our...

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Applications now OPEN: BCCWITT Career Advancement Bursary

BMTAB train-the-trainer Victoria

Apply before November 15th to be considered for our Career Advancement Bursary this quarter! This opportunity is for equity priority tradespeople of ALL genders, including those who are…
– Indigenous
– Racialized people
– 2SLGBTIAQ+
– Immigrants
– People with disabilities
– Women
And who are facing barriers in advancing in their trades careers, including journeys, TQs, apprentices, & tradespeople in non-apprenticeship trades! More info at http://www.tinyurl.com/BCCWITTBursary

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At risk BC youth between the ages of 16 and 29 who are entering into or started on a career in the skilled trades and are experiencing barriers can apply for support to take an ICBC-approved driver’s training course, thanks to the Construction Foundation of British Columbia's Shift Fund! For more info, check out cfbc.ca/shift-fund/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Coming up on Thursday: Meet BCCWITT staff, hear about our programs, and learn about what we’re doing to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive skilled trades industry! Employers, labour organizers, tradespeople, trades training staff, and anyone interested in our work are welcome to join us for this free & fun virtual session. Register here: ow.ly/CLEb50RCgrN ... See MoreSee Less
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On February 3, 2025, amendments to the WorkSafeBC's emergency procedures for hazardous substances will come into effect, providing additional clarity and reducing risks to workers and other people posed by emergencies involving hazardous substances. Read the summary of the updated procedures here: ow.ly/RC6y50UBpQE ... See MoreSee Less
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