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Local skilled trades training program helps women achieve their dreams

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burlington, ON:  Four students in the Women in Skilled Trades (WIST) Enhanced General Carpentry program were recognized with scholarships at a ceremony held yesterday at The Centre for Skills Development & Training. The four scholarship winners are: … Continue reading

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Scholarship winners are role models for women in the skilled trades

For Immediate Release, September 17, 2010 Burlington, ON: Four students in the Women in Skilled Trades (WIST) Enhanced General Carpentry program were recognized with scholarships at a ceremony held yesterday at The Centre for Skills Development & Training. The four … Continue reading

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Women in construction tear down stereotypes

For Immediate Release, March 16, 2010 Burlington, ON: Katherine Kennie was fresh out of the Women in Skilled Trades (WIST) Enhanced General Carpentry program at The Centre for Skills Development & Training and looking for her first job. When she … Continue reading

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Building new opportunities for women in the skilled trades

For Immediate Release, September 17, 2009 Burlington, ON: Four students in the Women in Skilled Trades Enhanced General Carpentry program were recognized with scholarships at an event held today at The Centre for Skills Development & Training. The scholarships recognize … Continue reading

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The Centre welcomes Mohawk College as a new partner for Women in Skilled Trades program

For Immediate Release, March 2, 2009 Burlington, ON: The Centre for Skills Development & Training is accepting applications to its popular Enhanced General Carpentry for Women course. Enhanced General Carpentry is offered by The Centre through the Women in Skilled … Continue reading

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Scholarships presented to women in skilled trades program

For Immediate Release, August 23, 2007 Burlington, ON – Working in construction was a dream come true for Susan Bruce. Through the Women in Skilled Trades (WIST) program at The Centre for Skills Development & Training in Burlington, she was … Continue reading

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New Program Gets Women in the Trades

For Immediate Release, July 25, 2003 Burlington, ON – The Centre for Skills Development & Training is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new career training opportunity for women: The New Home Service Technician Program. This new program, … Continue reading

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