‘Jill of All Trades’ event at Northern College aims to attract young women to enter skilled trades programs
By Lydia Chubak
Updated: May 15, 2025 at 7:15PM EDT
Original Video: CTV News
“It’s so important that women get exposure to the trades so they understand what they’re capable of, what opportunities are there for them and we want them to become strong, independent women who are comfortable going into the trades,” said Jamie Johnston, Dean of technology, trades, apprenticeship and mining at Northern College.
“Because it’s very male-driven so we’re trying to bring in more, especially when it comes to the stereotypes so we’re hoping to break that stereotype,” said Carole McLean, Indigenous student recruitment associate for Northern College.