Built to Lead: Women in Trades event

Are you a grade 7-12 student curious about a future as a woman in the skilled trades? Join us for Built to Lead, an interactive drop-in event designed to inspire and empower the next generation of trades professionals.

This event is presented as a partnership between the Nuclear Innovation Institute, Bluewater District School Board, Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board, Grey Bruce Makers, and Georgian College with proud sponsorship from the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

At this hands-on event, you will:

• Explore exciting career opportunities in the trades
• Connect with inspiring professionals who are building their careers locally
• Discover employer supports, community organizations, and training centres
• Tour Georgian College’s immersive education facilities
• Experience hands-on activities to learn about the skilled trades

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM (drop-in event)
📍 Location: Sydenham Campus, 1130 8th St E, Owen Sound, ON (parking next door at Georgian College Owen Sound Campus)

This free event is open to Grade 7-12 students and their families in Grey and Bruce counties. Light refreshments will be provided.

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Host or Publisher Nuclear Innovation Institute