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    Brittany – Gas Utility Labourer

    I hesitated at first and listened to other people around me and their opinions. If you think this is something you want to do, follow your heart and go for it! Working in trades is such a rewarding career in so many ways!

    February 10, 2021 by Laura H.

    Shantel- Electrical Contractor, Business Owner

    Meet Shantel, Shantel is the owner of AAAS Electrical Contracting with over 20 years of electrical experience! On top of being an electrician and business owner, she… Read more “Shantel- Electrical Contractor, Business Owner”

    February 3, 2021 by Laura H.

    Shannon – Owner @ Vertex Tile

    Always be willing to learn, no matter what level you are and be open to that knowledge (despite its source; some of the coolest things I’ve learned… Read more “Shannon – Owner @ Vertex Tile”

    January 27, 2021January 25, 2021 by Laura H.

    Amy – Project Manager, Civil Construction

    Never be afraid to learn from others. Find a mentor – someone who can guide you, someone you respect and that shares similar values to your own.

    January 20, 2021January 19, 2021 by Laura H.

    Kristi – Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance

    Be the best worker on the crew, not the best female worker. Period. Kristi Vankessel What made you interested into getting into your field?  Growing up on… Read more “Kristi – Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance”

    January 13, 2021January 12, 2021 by Laura H.

    Kim – Landfill Operator/Municipal Dozer Operator

    What made you interested into getting into your field?  I have always wanted to run heavy equipment and show other women it is possible for us to… Read more “Kim – Landfill Operator/Municipal Dozer Operator”

    January 6, 2021January 3, 2021 by Laura H.

    Francisca Pamela – Ironworker

    I am a strong woman that knows my worth and know that I belong here because I said so! Pamela What is your occupation? Ironworker What made… Read more “Francisca Pamela – Ironworker”

    December 23, 2020December 13, 2020 by Laura H.

    Tara – General Contractor

    Stand your ground, work hard and don’t let anyone disrespect you or tear you down. Tara Mason What is your occupation?  General Contractor and owner of my… Read more “Tara – General Contractor”

    September 2, 2020September 1, 2020 by Laura H.

    Shannon – Carpenter

    What made you interested into getting into your field?  My mom is a truck driver so I always knew I could do anything I wanted. I took… Read more “Shannon – Carpenter”

    August 12, 2020August 9, 2020 by Laura H.

    Lynsey – Civil Engineer

    Meet Lynsey! Lynsey in a Civil Engineer in the UK who is rocking it on site and in the office. What made you interested into getting into… Read more “Lynsey – Civil Engineer”

    July 8, 2020 by Laura H.

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    Repost from @ontariowomenintrades
    Meet Madison!⁠⁠
    “Work flow has been al over the place, one job isn’t ready the next is only a couple days worth. The goal is the continue to grow and stay positive 👊🏼 Commercial construction isn’t for the weak, it’s heavy and always over engineered with so so so many changes! I’m getting so comfortable running my Makita saw and hearing people complain how loud it is 😻 ⁠”
    Repost from @ontariowomenintrades
    Still so in love with this! New episodes every Tuesday on Spotify & @womeninsteeltoes !

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