Women in ACTION Project
Mentorship, training and employment supports to our female apprentices in construction and manufacturing trades to encourage their retention in the industry and progression towards their Red Seal certification.
About the project
ACTION stands for Apprenticeship Completion Training, Innovative Opportunities and Networking and is a project that supports female apprentices in construction and manufacturing trades.
This includes a one-on-one mentorship program and networking events with industry mentors and female apprentices as well as opportunities for tuition-free certification, specialized training for more senior apprentices, and bursaries for transportation, textbooks, PPE, and more for eligible and select participants*
*Certain supports such as mentorship will be available to apprentices of all genders in all OC trades programs, thanks to additional funding partnerships.
Project benefits
Mentorship and networking
Connect with experienced industry professionals.
Educational workshops
Injury prevention, PPE, communication skills, and more.
Financial assistance
Emergency bursaries for childcare, transportation, textbooks.
Employment and certification support:
Access to First Aid, Forklift, and other specialized, job-ready certifications.
ACTION at Jill of All Trades鈩
ACTION mentors and female apprentices will be taking part in our Jill of All Trades鈩 events for female high schoolers. You can volunteer for the upcoming Jill of All Trades鈩 event at the Penticton campus in October 2025 by emailing Jill of All Trades event coordinator.
Gather & Build: Charcuterie Board event
Our Carpentry/Joinery students recently teamed up with the OC Indigenous Services team, Trades Clients Services team and leadership for an exciting hands-on workshop in the Carpentry Shop! The 鈥淕ather & Build: Charcuterie Board鈥 event, hosted by 91国产视频's ACTION Project, brought everyone together to explore skills from shaping and sanding to designing and oiling their own custom boards.
Here are some photos of the event, to see more or download the photos, please visit our Flickr!
Connect with us to get involved
For apprentices
Getting involved in the ACTION Project can significantly benefit a skilled trades apprentice, both personally and professionally, through various activities, resources, and communities.
For mentors
A mentor can provide valuable advice, share industry insights, and help navigate the challenges of the trade. Enhance your skills with networking and professional development opportunities to gain career advancement while guiding the next generation of tradespeople.
For partners and sponsors
By participating in discussions, workshops, or advocacy efforts, community partners can help shape the future of their trade, improve working conditions, and elevate the industry's status in the community.
Contact us
You can also reach us by phone or email:
Phone: 250 862 5457 or 1800 621 3038
Email: action@okanagan.bc.ca