An apprenticeship can skyrocket your chances at having a great career. Hanover is a huge advocate of youth in apprenticeship programs and is working hard to support you and your interest in skilled trades.
Watch the videos below and check out the following resources to learn more.
Barbering Apprenticeships - Hanover, ON
Learn about Kendra’s apprenticeship experience leading her to a rewarding career in barbering. She now enjoys the freedom of working for herself as owner of Making Headlines Men’s Hair Lounge.
HVAC Apprenticeships - Hanover, ON
Kyle always knew he wanted to work with his hands. Learn how this passion led him into a high school co-op and apprenticeship after he graduated to become an HVAC and gas technician.
Plumbing Apprenticeships - Hanover, ON
Shane found skilled trades at an early age. Learn how his path into the trades was an easy experience that led him to being a plumber, gas tech and now an electrical apprentice.
For Youth
Do you like working with your hands and in a team setting? Do you enjoy being challenged and continually learning new skills? Have you ever thought about learning a skilled trade as a career?
Check out Launch Pad Skills Training & Technology Centre to learn more about the path to skilled trades and training opportunities.
Earn while you learn as an apprentice
Train to work in a skilled trade, and get paid while you gain work experience! Georgian College is a training delivery agent and provides the in-school portion of apprenticeship programs for registered apprentices in state-of-the-art shop spaces. See How to get started to build an in-demand career.
Visit the Four County Community Hub with
Edge Factor
The Community Hub is a portal featuring career videos and learning labs to help you determine a good fit for skills, jobs and training throughout Bruce, Grey, Huron and Perth counties. Explore what the region has to offer for your future career.
For Employers
Are you thinking about hiring an apprentice? Not only would you be giving someone the opportunity to begin a career in the trades; but your business will also experience many benefits.
Currently, most young people have to leave the area to continue their post-secondary education. By offering an apprenticeship position within your business, you are helping to retain the young labour force in Hanover and the surrounding area.
Employer Resource Kit
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