SLAAMB

Testing a New Approach to Skilled Trades Training for Remote First Nations Workers.

CAAR is a three year pilot project utilizing new and innovative tools to promote Aboriginal Apprenticeships in Northern Ontario.

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Have you been working in your community as a carpenter, electrician or plumber for a few years? You may qualify to register as an Apprentice with MTCU or the Union. You will need your prior learning experience verified by your past employers. After you register as an apprentice, we can help you find a placement in the construction of the Meno-ya-win Hospital or the Hostel. The starting salary is about 45 % of journeyman's wages. After the probation period of 60 days, your pay will be based on your assessment and level of skill.

If you have worked for your community or any other employer either as a carpenter, electrician, or a plumber and you have worked more than 5 - 10 years (depending on trade), you may qualify for our C of Q Training & Tutoring Program. Commitment to stay and study in Sioux Lookout for 10 weeks (one week in Dryden) is required as candidates will receive safety certificate training (ie: Fall Arrest, First Aid, Hoisting & Rigging, etc.) and tutoring to challenge the provincial exam for the certificate of qualification in their chosen trade.

SLAAMB is brokering labour requirements for the Unions involved in the Meno-ya-win Hospital and Hostel construction. If you are interested in working as a labourer, please contact us so we can add you to our labour pool.

If you are interested in this program or want further information, please contact any of the CAAR Team members at 807-737-4047 or 1-800-563-2183 and ask for:

You should bring a copy of your resume which outlines your past work experience. Also any transcripts you may have and identification with a copy of your status card.

The assessment process takes into consideration the following:

• Educational and employment background
• Employability skills
• If trade specific training is required
• What required levels apprenticeship training are needed to be complete

If you are from the catchment area, and interested in an apprenticeship or been working in a trade and wanting more, we can assist you. Call our office and set up an appointment today. Our counselors will do an assessment to determine which stream best suits you.

Apprentices get paid by their employer while gaining work experience, and their wages increase with their level of skills and the amount of time spent on acquiring their ticket. You must be prepared to take the theory aspect of the trade out of town. We are currently working on acquiring a classroom to be located in Sioux Lookout.

Apprenticeship is a combination of hands on (on-the-job training) and virtual classroom instruction. The apprentice works with a journeymen ( trade professional) in which the apprentice learns the practical hands-on aspects of the trade.