Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Helping Ontario Construction Workers Advance Their Careers

New online certification program to train next generation of construction leaders

Today, the Ontario government made the following funding announcement, which will benefit CLAC construction members in Ontario.

The Ontario government is investing over $1 million to help CLAC offer 300 construction workers free, online and flexible training for leadership roles such as site supervisors, lead hands, forepersons and superintendents. This program will help construction sites operate safely and productively, while giving hundreds of current and aspiring leaders an opportunity to grow and move into in-demand positions. . . .

“Construction workers build the homes our families live in, the schools where we learn, and the hospitals and health care centres that care for us,” said Minister McNaughton. “Building the next generation of leaders in this industry, those who will be crucial to moving important projects forward, is essential to our communities and the strength of our economy. This project will offer workers high-quality training, on their own schedule and from anywhere in our province, so they can advance in their careers and earn more.” . . .

"CLAC is thrilled with this funding announcement and looks forward to working with employer partners, the Progressive Contractors Association of Canada (PCA), and other industry leaders to develop a leadership program that meets the needs of the modern and mobile learner," said Colin de Raaf, CLAC Ontario Training Director. "CLAC’s Supervisor Micro-Certification Program will equip current and future on-site leaders with the skills to manage, mentor and coach apprentices and new entrants to construction, in what is a rapidly evolving work environment."

Helping Ontario Construction Workers Advance Their Careers

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