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Thinking about a rewarding career in the trades? Apply to the WITT program at Thompson Rivers Univer to find rewarding careers in the trades.

Women in Trades Training (WITT) is an initiative co-funded by the Federal and Provincial Governments and sponsored by the B.C. Industry Training Authority (ITA) that supports women in B.C. The WITT program is geared towards women who are unemployed or under-employed and are not currently receiving Employment Insurance. At Thompson Rivers University, School of Trades & Technology, the "Women Exploring Trades" program allows women to participate in 6 different Red-Seal trades including: electrical, piping, welding, heavy duty mechanics, heavy equipment operator, and parts person. Women can also gain certifications in the follow areas: first aid & transportation endorsement, forklift, traffic control, air brakes, and construction safety training systems. Women of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels are welcome to apply to the WITT program. No previous experience in the trades is required. For more information, refer to the website: http://www.tru.ca/trades/women_in_trades.html

10/01/2026

We're less than 48 hours away from the annual Thompson Rivers University Open House. Join us at the Kamloops campus from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for tours, activities, prizes and more. With over one hundred booths and experiences there's something for everyone at TRU.

We can't promise you'll meet dogs at Open House this Saturday, but campus can be full of happy surprises. 🐕

Registration is still open.
Visit: tru.ca/openhouse

TRU Future Students Office

09/11/2026

09/01/2026

Guess what's back, back again?

Witt is back, tell a friend. And a neighbour, sister, coworker, or anyone else you think might be interested.

Women in trades is back with three new programs over the next year, each with it's own focus on either Industrial, Mechanical or Construction trades.

Apply for the program that is right for your career path and you could be a part of the eight-week funded program which includes tuition, personal protective equipment and tickets. Gain practical skills and experience through a practicum in the field

These programs have limited seats, so apply today as our first program is starting soon! https://www.tru.ca/trades/witt/women-exploring-trades.html

08/11/2026

Thanks to generous funding from Mark's, 10 trades students will be able to attend the Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) National Conference in Calgary from September 15th - 17th, 2026.

This is a valuable opportunity to connect with construction industry professionals, expand your network, gain new insights, and explore career opportunities.

Learn more and apply through the link below:

CAWIC Students: Apply to Join Us at the CAWIC Conference Thanks to the generous support of Mark’s Commercial, 10 students will have the opportunity to attend the CAWIC Annual National Conference from September 15-17. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with construction industry professional...

07/09/2026

Congratulations to second year electrical apprentice and Thompson Rivers University student, Gabby Labbe who has become one of the four national 2025 Dakota Prep Fellows! 🎉

Gabby has always had a gift of helping others, so it's not surprising that she has created guides for coworkers, mentorship groups for students at TRU Trades & Technology and been a source of inspiration amongst her peers. ⚡💡

Read more about her inspiring journey here: https://www.dakotaprep.com/ca/post/gabby-labbe-dakota-prep-fellow-2026

The Dakota Prep Fellowship recognizes and supports four exceptional electrical apprentices across Canada who have demonstrated a deep commitment to mentoring and assisting their peers to advance the trades.

Thompson Rivers University Alumni

06/17/2026

The final two weeks of the Women in Trades Training Exploratory Program flew by in a whirlwind of activity. During this time, students completed their safety certifications and participated in mock interviews with industry leaders and partners from Coeur New Gold, Teck Acres Enterprises Ltd. and Finning Canada.

They also took part in valuable site visits, including a tour of Teck Highland Valley Copper, made possible by our strong community partners there, and a visit to Inland Truck & Equipment hosted by Katherine, Laura and Tom. Both tours were incredibly educational and inspiring, and we're grateful for your time and expertise.

The program concluded with a well-deserved completion ceremony. Congratulations to all of the students on finishing your 12-week journey in trades at TRU. We are thrilled to see so many of you continuing your education in the trades, and we look forward to seeing you in the halls, shops, and job sites in the future.

06/15/2026

In recognition of International Day of Women In Mining 2026 today, we are offering free individual registrations to our Gender Equity in Mining eLearning. GEM helps build capacity to support gender equity and inclusion in mining workplaces. Email [email protected] between June 15 - 18 to request your free access.

05/27/2026

The Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) bursaries are now open for all to apply! There are awards for excellence, emerging leaders in trades, industry leaders, volunteers and more.

Application deadline is June 12th, 2026. Best of luck to all who apply.

CAWIC Bursaries CAWIC provides educational bursaries each year to help empower women to take the first steps in their successful construction career. Each year, the CAWIC Bursary Committee awards outstanding women with $2,000 bursaries. The program is open to women in construction-related programs.....

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Thompson Rivers University, 805 TRU Way
Kamloops, BC
V2C0C8

Telephone

+17784718365

Website

http://www.tru.ca/witt

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