Room: Winnipeg Ballroom, West & Midway

Representatives from our host province, Manitoba will take the stage to share insights into initiatives that support the recruitment and retention of women and other under-represented groups in the skilled trades in their province.  Learn how unions and industry are collaborating to provide opportunities for women to develop trades-related, hands-on experience and technical skills upgrading required for employment in the skilled trades.  Hear from two accomplished tradeswomen who educate and mentor the next generation through their involvement in organizations that promote networking, community involvement and education as pillars for a successful career journey.