Dan Guest, President of Guest Plumbing and Heating, shares his experiences in completing his Plumbing Apprenticeship. We discuss trying new career opportunities, developing skill, and finding success in a career as a Plumber. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] More information regarding Apprenticeships can be found on OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

Trying something new! Following your interests can lead to a rewarding and profitable career. Electrician Apprentice Cara explains her career path and the favourite parts of her work as an Electrician. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] More information regarding Apprenticeships can be found on OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

What does a Millwright do? What skills and tools does a Millwright use? Industrial Mechanic Millwright is a Red Seal trade that is in demand in the Hamilton area. Learn how the Apprenticeship pathway works to achieve success in this career. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] More information regarding Apprenticeships can be found on OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

How can students and families plan for the Apprenticeship Pathway? Pat and Joachim discuss specific courses in Math, Science and Technological Studies that support Cooperative Education experiences for students serious about careers in Construction, Motive Power, Industrial and Service trades. This episode outlines a roadmap of courses leading from exploring a career to earning Level 1 Apprenticeship training and tracking hours in an Apprenticeship through the OYAP program. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] More information regarding Apprenticeships can be found on OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

What can a secondary student expect when trying to become an Electrician Apprentice? Tyler Bucci, an Electrician Apprentice discusses how a student can prepare in secondary school for this trade. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] More information regarding Apprenticeships can be found on OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

Jamie McMillan, a female Ironworker from Hamilton discusses why she thinks Tech, Math and Science classes are important for students wanting to enter the Apprenticeship trades. Jamie also discusses the perks of being able to work across Canada and the special skills that Ironworkers can develop. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] For more information about Apprenticeship opportunities in Hamilton go to OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

Nick Ciccone, Training Director at LiUNA Local 837 explains the advantages of working in the construction trades. The OYAP Accelerated Level 1 program in Construction Craft Worker (450A) is an opportunity offered to Co-op students from HWDSB and HWCDSB. HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] For more information on OYAP programs in Hamilton go to OYAPHamilton.ca This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.

What is OYAP and what opportunities are there in the Skilled Trades in Hamilton? Pat and Joachim discuss what courses can help students develop skills and how a secondary student can turn a Cooperative Education placement into an Apprenticeship.  HWCDSB OYAP Coordinator Pat Piro can be reached at [email protected] HWDSB OYAP Coordinator Joachim Vallentin can be reached at [email protected] This OYAP project is funded by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any recommendations contained in this project.