Podcast Description

Discover the thriving welding industry in Atlantic Canada as we sit down with Sarah Thorne, a Welding Instructor at New Brunswick Community College. From her rapid journey to earning her Red Seal certification to her transition into teaching, Sarah debunks the myth that the Maritimes lack opportunities for welders. We explored the persistent challenges women face in welding. With women representing just 4% of the workforce, Sarah explains that the real issue isn't recruitment but retention. Drawing from personal experience, she discusses how she builds confidence in her female students, preparing them to navigate sometimes unwelcoming work environments while proving their technical abilities. 

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