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HIEC is an innovative not-for-profit organization that has been inspiring informed career decisions in the Halton community and beyond for over 35 years.

www.hiec.on.ca
We are at the OSCA 2025 Conference!

Stop by our booth to explore the Ontario Career Lab and ApprenticeSearch.com — resources designed to support educators and inspire students as they plan their futures.

#OSCA2025 #CareerDevelopment

👉@ontariocareerlab.bsky.social
👉@apprenticesearch.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Yesterday was Take Our Kids to Work Day at HIEC! 🌟

Students got hands-on with career coaching, resume writing, and skilled trades workshops. Excited to see where their journeys take them! 🛠️💼

#FutureLeaders #CareerJourneys #HIEC #CareerConversations #SkilledTrades #CareerDevelopment
November 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
We’re at East Elgin Secondary School today for their Post-Secondary Fair, sharing resources from ApprenticeSearch.com and the Ontario Career Lab to help students explore skilled trades and career pathways.

Thank you to EESS for hosting such an engaging and inspiring event!
November 5, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We are at the CCEO Annual Fall Conference 2025 in #Burlington, engaging with Chamber leaders and sharing resources for Ontario’s workforce.

Our booth highlights ApprenticeSearch.com and the Ontario Career Lab, supporting skilled trades and student career pathways.

#CCEO2025 #CareerDevelopment
November 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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“When I lost my job, Gateway to the Trades gave me a reason to keep going.”

This #NSTTW2025, see how Ontario's #SkillsDevelopmentFund
helps Ontarians rebuild careers with confidence.

🔗 Sarah’s story: bit.ly/49yM9uU
November 4, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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“I applied to over 100 jobs and heard nothing. Now I have an apprenticeship and feel secure in my future.”

This #NSTTW2025, we’re celebrating how Ontario's #SkillsDevelopmentFund and #GatewayToTheTrades change lives.

🔗 Mustafa’s story: bit.ly/4nwVUNz
November 3, 2025 at 5:52 PM
A powerful afternoon keynote at #Futures25 from the Hon. Maryam Monsef, Founder & CEO of ONWARD — “Social Infrastructure in a Leading G7 Economy: Building Capacity for a Resilient Future.”
Her insights on leadership, DEI, and resilience inspired everyone working to strengthen Ontario’s #workforce.
October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We’re proud to be part of #Futures25: Forward With Focus, hosted by First Work!

Visit our booth to explore how the Ontario Career Lab and ApprenticeSearch.com are supporting career development and skilled trades pathways across #Ontario.

#CareerDevelopment #OntarioCareerLab #ApprenticeSearch
October 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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“We need industry at the table.”

Our Michelle Murray spoke with CTV News about how education and industry must work together to help youth explore the many career paths in mining.

🎥 Watch: Mining industry faces skilled labour shortages
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cq7...

#SkilledTrades #MiningCareers
Mining industry faces skilled labour shortages
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October 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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We were thrilled to join this week’s BDC Small Business Week – Business After Hours & Trade Show hosted by the Oakville Chamber!

Skilled trades are the backbone of entrepreneurship — shaping communities, building opportunities, and driving local success.

#SkilledTrades #Entrepreneurship #BDCsbw
October 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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We're at Notre Dame Catholic High School in Burlington for its event, Promoting Manufacturing at Notre Dame!

We’re celebrating #ManufacturingMonth by helping students explore the exciting pathways available in manufacturing and skilled trades sectors.

#SkilledTrades #CareerExploration
October 17, 2025 at 6:46 PM
We’re thrilled to see leaders from across Canada come together at the A Future Built on Skills: Securing Canada's Prosperity forum, organized by @fsc-ccf.bsky.social.
We're proud to be part of the dialogue.
We’re at A Future Built on Skills with @fsc-ccf.bsky.social, joining leaders shaping the future of Canada’s workforce.

At ApprenticeSearch.com, we’re working to connect job seekers & employers to power Canada’s skilled future.

#AFutureBuiltOnSkills #FutureSkills #SkilledTrades #BuiltOnSkills
October 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM
A great close to the 2025 Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Convention with its CEO Candace Laing & Ontario Chamber of Commerce CEO Daniel Tisch — insightful reflections on collaboration, innovation & Canada’s future workforce.

Proud to connect with partners sharing our mission!

#Collaboration
October 9, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Still inspired at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s AGM and Convention!

Today’s panel, featuring leaders from Abacus Data, Crestview Strategy, CN, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, shared valuable perspectives on Canada’s evolving business and policy landscape.
October 9, 2025 at 1:30 PM
We are at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Convention!

At today’s Fireside Chat: Chamber CEO Candace Laing & the Hon. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, discuss creating more jobs, strengthening our economy & increasing Canada’s independence.

#HIEC #Canada #JobCreation #EconomicGrowth
October 8, 2025 at 6:46 PM
We loved seeing so much curiosity and energy at the most recent ApprenticeSearch.com open house, Exploring the #SkilledTrades Open House!

Events like this show how hands-on learning & meaningful connections can open doors for future careers.

Interested in the trades? Stay tuned for the next one!
Our recent Exploring the #SkilledTrades Open House brought together over 80 participants for hands-on learning, connection, and inspiration in the trades.

From VR to our largest-ever employer panel, the event highlighted the power of connecting job seekers with industry.

Read more: bit.ly/4nR3YK3
October 8, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Join us this Thursday evening! Every month, the Women in Skilled Trades Peer Mentorship Group brings together tradeswomen to connect, inspire, and learn from one another.

Register here: apprenticesearch.com/news/women-i...

#SkilledTrades #WomenInTrades #Mentorship #Networking
October 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
We loved connecting with #OYAP recruiters at the Provincial Conference in Windsor!

It was great to share resources + present on ApprenticeSearch.com and the Ontario Career Lab, helping students explore skilled trades & find their place in the workforce.

#Education #SkilledTrades #Apprenticeship
October 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Thanks to Sheridan College for stopping by!

We met with Dev Baichan (Associate Dean, Magna School of Skilled Trades + former ApprenticeSearch.com colleague) and Rebecca Isowa (Community Outreach Manager).

Together we’re building stronger pathways for the next generation of #SkilledTrades talent.
October 1, 2025 at 2:16 PM
We honour the children who never came home, the Survivors, and the generations impacted.

Today and every day, we choose education, truth, and reconciliation.

We are proud to be an Employer Partner with Indigenous Works.

#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #EducationMatters #NDTR
September 30, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Grateful for the Arbor Memorial Foundation’s $1,250 donation to HIEC! Your continued commitment to community impact makes a real difference.

Arbor has been a dedicated supporter of Women as Career Coaches, and we’re so thankful for their partnership in inspiring future leaders.

#CommunitySupport
September 17, 2025 at 6:43 PM
We’re at Ontario Chamber of Commerce's 3rd annual Smart Growth Symposium with the Climate Positive Energy Initiative!

Innovation + collaboration are key to a resilient, sustainable future.

📸 @ontariocofc.bsky.social President & CEO Dan Tisch opening today’s event.

#SmartGrowth2025 #OCC #SGS2025
September 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
A great networking opportunity for women in the skilled trades!
Connect, learn, and get inspired at the Women in Skilled Trades Peer Mentorship Group this Thursday evening: keynote, networking, mentorship.
✅ Gain insights
✅ Build connections
✅ Share your journey
Register: apprenticesearch.com/news/women-i...

#WomenInTrades #SkilledTrades #Mentorship #Networking
September 9, 2025 at 7:20 PM
👏 HIEC’s Kelly Hoey is featured in Women of Influence!
Her leadership has shaped 30+ years of impact in career development, apprenticeship, and student success.

Read more: hiec.on.ca/where-passio...

#Leadership #WomenOfInfluence #CareerDevelopment
August 21, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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At Manufacturing Insights for a Resilient Workforce, we’re proud to be part of this vital conversation about partnership & opportunity in the manufacturing sector.
ApprenticeSearch.com is dedicated to supporting employers and job seekers in #manufacturing to strengthen the #SkilledTrades workforce.
August 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM