Building the Future: How Investing in Tradeswomen Drives Economic Growth 

Canada’s skilled trades shortage cost the economy $2.6 billion in 2024. While federal initiatives aim to train up to 100,000 Red Seal workers is an important step forward, long-term success requires removing the persistent barriers women face in entering, staying in, and advancing within the trades.

Join the Future Skills Centre on December 1, 2026 for a moderated panel with leaders from the Diversity Institute, Skillplan, Women Building Futures, and Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen.

What will we explore:

Panelists will examine systemic obstacles, highlight proven solutions, and discuss policy frameworks needed to scale impactful programs. Learn where upcoming workforce investments should go to build multi-generational change in Canada’s trades landscape.

Register today