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TradesLink Announces Strategic Partnership with Career Launcher Apprenticeships to Revolutionize Skilled Trades Recruitment

EDMONTON, ALBERTA, FEBRUARY 1, 2024

TradesLink, the leading social networking platform for tradespeople, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Career Launcher Apprenticeships, a project funded by the Government of Canada and delivered by Colleges and Institutes Canada. This collaboration aims to enhance the recruitment and training processes in the construction and manufacturing sectors through cutting-edge technology.

Career Launcher Apprenticeships is renowned for its commitment to supporting businesses in these critical sectors by providing financial incentives of up to $20,000 for hiring new apprentices. The program’s online platform, ApprenticeConnect, streamlines the apprenticeship process, offering a comprehensive solution from recruitment and registration to training and retention. The dedicated job board further facilitates the connection between individuals seeking opportunities in skilled trades and employers ready to make a difference in their workforce.

TradesLink, with its state-of-the-art technology, is set to complement and elevate the offerings of Career Launcher Apprenticeships. The TradesLink application specializes in optimizing workforce management, providing innovative solutions for talent acquisition, training, and retention. Through this partnership, both organizations aim to create a seamless and efficient experience for businesses and individuals navigating the skilled trades landscape.

Alex Stieda, Operations Manager at TradesLink, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “This partnership signifies a significant step forward in leveraging technology to empower businesses and individuals in the skilled trades sector. By combining the strengths of TradesLink and Career Launcher Apprenticeships, we aim to create a transformative impact on workforce development and bridge the gap between talent and opportunity.”

As both organizations work together to revolutionize skilled trades recruitment, they envision a future where businesses thrive with a highly skilled workforce, and individuals find fulfilling career paths in the construction and manufacturing sectors.

For media inquiries, please contact:

TradesLink Media Inquiries:
Alex Stieda
Operations Manager, TradesLink
Email: alex.stieda@gettradeslink.com
Phone: 780.974.7873

Career Launcher Media Inquiries:
Lilit Simonyan
Manager, Projects and Programs, Government and Stakeholder Partnerships, Career Launcher
Email: LSimonyan@cican.org
Phone: 613-746-2222×2000

About TradesLink

TradesLink is a social networking platform for all tradespeople. TradesLink creates community, connects employers with skilled tradespeople and fosters learning and development within the industry. Download the app today or visit www.gettradeslink.com for more information.

About Career Launcher Apprenticeships

Career Launcher Apprenticeships is a project funded by the Government of Canada and delivered by Colleges and Institutes Canada. It provides financial incentives to businesses in the construction and manufacturing sectors for hiring new apprentices, offering up to $20,000 to support workforce growth and skills development. Its online platform, ApprenticeConnect, helps businesses navigate the apprenticeship process – from recruitment and registration to training and retention. Additionally, through its dedicated job board, the program connects individuals seeking opportunities in skilled trades with employers who are ready to hire.