To date, Build Together has:
•Gained the support of Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) as one of its national initiatives.
•Created online & provincial platforms where tradeswomen and industry network and support the cause.
•Attended many events across the country such as trade shows, career fairs, mentorship dinners, as well as networking functions.
•Spoken at conferences, schools and event
s across the country.
•Given back to the community by way of charity donations and volunteerism.
•Been featured in media outlets across the country.
•Mentored individuals who expressed interest in the trades and needed further support and encouragement.
•Created respectful workplace guidebooks & other materials for employers and employees to ensure a safe and welcoming work environment free of harassment and discrimination. Moving forward, Build Together plans to:
•Build partnerships with like- minded organizations who have goals to further the success of women in the trades.
•Continue challenging and debunking the existing myths and stereotypes of women in the trades.
•Continue providing awareness and exposure to careers in the trades.
•Launch an Industry Champion program, calling on leadership at all levels within industry to be champions and advocate for respectful workplaces.
•Support and assist in the creation and operations of provincial Build Together programs through the CBTU’s provincial councils across the country. Please visit buildtogether.ca for full listing of our provincial Build Together programs!
