The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that connects to welding professionals around the world to share their passion and give you the right tips to stay on top of what’s happening in the welding industry.Ever wondered how the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) shapes the landscape of skilled trades in Canada? In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Shrum, Program Manager at CAF-FCA, to uncover their remarkable impact on apprenticeships nationwide. We highlight CAF-FCA's pivotal role in connecting educators, unions, employers, and journeypersons, providing essential research, and sparking vital conversations about apprenticeship trends and gaps. Stephanie shares exciting initiatives, including grants for first-year apprentices, mentorship programs for women, and recruitment drives in the transportation sector. Discover the wealth of support and resources available for both employers and aspiring apprentices.

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Podcasts

Episode 226 Ryan Donaghy

Join us as we bring you special episodes recorded at the Skills Canada New Brunswick Provincial Competition in Saint John, NB.

Episode 225 Courtney Donovan

Join us as we bring you special episodes recorded at the Skills Canada New Brunswick Provincial Competition in Saint John, NB.

Episode 224 Evan Ross

Join us as we bring you special episodes recorded at the Skills Canada New Brunswick Provincial Competition in Saint John, NB.

Episode 223 Minah Wheatley & Eric Davis

Discover how authenticity transforms careers and companies alike through the remarkable journeys of two industry experts.