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HIEC
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HIEC is an innovative not-for-profit organization that has been inspiring informed career decisions in the Halton community and beyond for over 35 years. www.hiec.on.ca
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A powerful afternoon keynote at #Futures25 from the Hon. Maryam Monsef, Founder & CEO of ONWARD — “Social Infrastructure in a Leading G7 Economy: Building Capacity for a Resilient Future.”
Her insights on leadership, DEI, and resilience inspired everyone working to strengthen Ontario’s #workforce.
An inspiring opening to #Futures25 from LeeAnne Maille, Board President of First Work — urging us in workforce development to embrace disruption and uphold excellence in service delivery.
A great reminder of why we’re here: to build stronger pathways and better outcomes for Ontarians.

#Ontario
We’re proud to be part of #Futures25: Forward With Focus, hosted by First Work!

Visit our booth to explore how the Ontario Career Lab and ApprenticeSearch.com are supporting career development and skilled trades pathways across #Ontario.

#CareerDevelopment #OntarioCareerLab #ApprenticeSearch
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“We need industry at the table.”

Our Michelle Murray spoke with CTV News about how education and industry must work together to help youth explore the many career paths in mining.

🎥 Watch: Mining industry faces skilled labour shortages
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#SkilledTrades #MiningCareers
Mining industry faces skilled labour shortages
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We were thrilled to join this week’s BDC Small Business Week – Business After Hours & Trade Show hosted by the Oakville Chamber!

Skilled trades are the backbone of entrepreneurship — shaping communities, building opportunities, and driving local success.

#SkilledTrades #Entrepreneurship #BDCsbw
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We're at Notre Dame Catholic High School in Burlington for its event, Promoting Manufacturing at Notre Dame!

We’re celebrating #ManufacturingMonth by helping students explore the exciting pathways available in manufacturing and skilled trades sectors.

#SkilledTrades #CareerExploration
We’re thrilled to see leaders from across Canada come together at the A Future Built on Skills: Securing Canada's Prosperity forum, organized by @fsc-ccf.bsky.social.
We're proud to be part of the dialogue.
We’re at A Future Built on Skills with @fsc-ccf.bsky.social, joining leaders shaping the future of Canada’s workforce.

At ApprenticeSearch.com, we’re working to connect job seekers & employers to power Canada’s skilled future.

#AFutureBuiltOnSkills #FutureSkills #SkilledTrades #BuiltOnSkills
A great close to the 2025 Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Convention with its CEO Candace Laing & Ontario Chamber of Commerce CEO Daniel Tisch — insightful reflections on collaboration, innovation & Canada’s future workforce.

Proud to connect with partners sharing our mission!

#Collaboration
Still inspired at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s AGM and Convention!

Today’s panel, featuring leaders from Abacus Data, Crestview Strategy, CN, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, shared valuable perspectives on Canada’s evolving business and policy landscape.
We are at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Convention!

At today’s Fireside Chat: Chamber CEO Candace Laing & the Hon. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, discuss creating more jobs, strengthening our economy & increasing Canada’s independence.

#HIEC #Canada #JobCreation #EconomicGrowth
We loved seeing so much curiosity and energy at the most recent ApprenticeSearch.com open house, Exploring the #SkilledTrades Open House!

Events like this show how hands-on learning & meaningful connections can open doors for future careers.

Interested in the trades? Stay tuned for the next one!
Our recent Exploring the #SkilledTrades Open House brought together over 80 participants for hands-on learning, connection, and inspiration in the trades.

From VR to our largest-ever employer panel, the event highlighted the power of connecting job seekers with industry.

Read more: bit.ly/4nR3YK3
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Join us this Thursday evening! Every month, the Women in Skilled Trades Peer Mentorship Group brings together tradeswomen to connect, inspire, and learn from one another.

Register here: apprenticesearch.com/news/women-i...

#SkilledTrades #WomenInTrades #Mentorship #Networking
We loved connecting with #OYAP recruiters at the Provincial Conference in Windsor!

It was great to share resources + present on ApprenticeSearch.com and the Ontario Career Lab, helping students explore skilled trades & find their place in the workforce.

#Education #SkilledTrades #Apprenticeship
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Thanks to Sheridan College for stopping by!

We met with Dev Baichan (Associate Dean, Magna School of Skilled Trades + former ApprenticeSearch.com colleague) and Rebecca Isowa (Community Outreach Manager).

Together we’re building stronger pathways for the next generation of #SkilledTrades talent.
We honour the children who never came home, the Survivors, and the generations impacted.

Today and every day, we choose education, truth, and reconciliation.

We are proud to be an Employer Partner with Indigenous Works.

#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #EducationMatters #NDTR
Grateful for the Arbor Memorial Foundation’s $1,250 donation to HIEC! Your continued commitment to community impact makes a real difference.

Arbor has been a dedicated supporter of Women as Career Coaches, and we’re so thankful for their partnership in inspiring future leaders.

#CommunitySupport
We’re at Ontario Chamber of Commerce's 3rd annual Smart Growth Symposium with the Climate Positive Energy Initiative!

Innovation + collaboration are key to a resilient, sustainable future.

📸 @ontariocofc.bsky.social President & CEO Dan Tisch opening today’s event.

#SmartGrowth2025 #OCC #SGS2025
A great networking opportunity for women in the skilled trades!
Connect, learn, and get inspired at the Women in Skilled Trades Peer Mentorship Group this Thursday evening: keynote, networking, mentorship.
✅ Gain insights
✅ Build connections
✅ Share your journey
Register: apprenticesearch.com/news/women-i...

#WomenInTrades #SkilledTrades #Mentorship #Networking
👏 HIEC’s Kelly Hoey is featured in Women of Influence!
Her leadership has shaped 30+ years of impact in career development, apprenticeship, and student success.

Read more: hiec.on.ca/where-passio...

#Leadership #WomenOfInfluence #CareerDevelopment
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At Manufacturing Insights for a Resilient Workforce, we’re proud to be part of this vital conversation about partnership & opportunity in the manufacturing sector.
ApprenticeSearch.com is dedicated to supporting employers and job seekers in #manufacturing to strengthen the #SkilledTrades workforce.
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We were honoured to welcome Burlington MPP Natalie Pierre to our Exploring the Skilled Trades Open House! She spoke about skilled trades' vital role in Ontario’s economy and the opportunities they create for future job seekers.

#SkilledTrades #Ontario #Economy #Jobseekers
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It’s a full house at our #SkilledTrades Open House today in Burlington! Big thanks to Skills Ontario’s Paul Clipsham for kicking things off, plus sessions like ApprenticeSearch.com 101 helping job seekers explore their future in the trades.

🙌 Thanks to Skills Ontario for making this event happen!
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Next Wednesday — explore the trades like never before!
ApprenticeSearch.com & Skills Ontario invite you to a free Exploring the #SkilledTrades Open House:

➡️ Employer panel
➡️ VR demos
➡️ Skills Ontario Trades & Tech Truck
➡️ Lunch & prizes
📅 Aug 20 | 10am–2pm

www.apprenticesearch.com/news/explori...
We were glad to join the Halton Hills & Milton Chambers of Commerce today for an engaging conversation with Ontario’s Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.

From navigating tariffs to investing in Skills Development Fund, skills training—especially in #SkilledTrades—is vital for a stronger #Ontario.
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Exploring a career in #electrical trades? Join us for a free 3-part virtual speaker series, Aug 19–21, 12–1 p.m. EST.

🎤 Hear from industry experts
🤝 Connect with tradespeople
💡 Get practical advice + insights

Register: www.apprenticesearch.com/news/industr...

#Electrician #Careers #Networking