Skills Ontario is once again hosting a series of summer camps aimed at sparking interest in skilled trades careers among northern youth.
During the annual initiative, students entering Grades 7-9 participate in hands-on activities relevant to the skilled trades, helping them develop communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Each week-long camp runs daily between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. and is taught by Skills Ontario counsellors and industry/college professionals.
“Our camps provide a fantastic opportunity to add an educational twist to summer vacations,” Ian Howcroft, CEO of Skills Ontario, said in a news release.
“Campers participate in hands-on workshops led by Skills Ontario counsellors and industry professionals, exploring a range of topics in industrial, construction, motive power, service and technology sectors.”
The following are the dates and locations for Northern Ontario camps:
- July 8-12, 2024: Collège Boréal (FRENCH), Sudbury
- July 15-19, 2024: Confederation College, Thunder Bay
- July 22-26, 2024: Cambrian College, Sudbury
- July 29-Aug 2, 2024: Sault College, Sault Ste. Marie
- Aug 12-16, 2024: Collège Boréal (FRENCH), Timmins
- Aug 19- 23, 2024: Northern College, Timmins
More details on the Skills Ontario camps, including availability and how to register, are available here.