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Last call for sponsors: Two opportunities remain at Skilled Trades Ontario’s Industry Summit
April 25, 2025
ONTARIO – Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce the return of the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, taking place…
CCDA Initiates Review of Five Red Seal Trades
February 11, 2025
ONTARIO – The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) is reviewing the Red Seal status for the following…
Skilled Trades Ontario Launches Inaugural Apprenticeship Awards
September 13, 2024
Honours will celebrate Ontario’s exceptional skilled tradespeople Toronto – Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) has announced two new awards designed…