Discovering the Carpentry Trade

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This morning, students in Grade 7 and 8 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School had an opportunity to talk to a Carpenter about his trade. James, is a carpenter who started an apprenticeship following graduation from secondary school.

“I took Tech classes in high school and enjoyed working with my hands,” said James. “That led to a Carpentry Apprenticeship where I trained as an apprentice for three years, while learning on the job and being paid.”

James took time to explain all the tools in his tool belt with the students and answered questions about the trades. Earlier in the month, the students spent two days learning about Indigenous culture and painting from renowned artist and Indigenous storyteller, Isaac Murdock. During this experience, students had an opportunity to learn about careers in the painting trade.

Students are encouraged to take Tech classes in secondary to discover if a career in the Trades is for them.