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Jill of All Trades program continues to make an impact – GVCA
Grand Valley Construction Association chats with Rosie Hessian, Director of Jill of All Trades, to learn about the program’s impact and growth.
Jill of All Trades encourages young women to pursue skilled trades
The program is intended to send a consistent message to young women, increase college enrollment in trades and apprenticeships.
First Jill of All Trades workshops held in the United States
First Jill of All Trades workshops in America a collaboration between Penta Career Center in Perrysburg, Ohio and Owens Community College.
Owens Community College starts new Jill of All Trades program
Owens Community College is working to expand the trade field by encouraging young women to explore their options through a new program.
Jill of all Trades events at NAIT, SAIT see 150 participants each
Alberta’s polytechnic schools each hosted a Jill of all Trades career exploration event in late November, where each welcomed more than 150 young women.
Jill of All Trades introduces students to a different career path
This second annual Jill of All Trades afternoon was aimed at teaching and inspiring young women who may not know what career path to take.
Freshco: Why we need more women in Canada’s skilled trades
Freshco discusses Canada’s pending skilled trades shortage, challenges in recruitment and the need to attract young women.
CTV News: Fanshawe mentorship program for women in trades
CTV News London on new Fanshawe mentorship program to support women in trades
Jill of All Trades fair offers female students a different job path
Mohawk College’s Stoney Creek campus Oct. 12 JOAT event welcomed 108 female-identifying participants from area high schools to learn more about the trades.
CTV News: Jill of All Trades selected as a Top 3
Jill of All Trades was selected as one of CTV News’ Top 3 Good News stories.
Podcast: GVCA and JOAT discuss women in skilled trades
The Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA) sits down with Brenda Gilmore and Rosie Hessian from Conestoga College.
Jill of All Trades program gains momentum across North America
Two hundred and seventy female high school students received a hands-on introduction May 31, 2023.