WiC Nanaimo - Building the Pipeline: Recruitment & Retention

British Columbia’s trades sector is facing high demand, with 15 key skilled trades expected to account for over 72,000 job openings between 2025 and 2035. Over the next decade, 77% of all BC job openings will require some form of post-secondary training, with construction and technical services leading in opportunities.

Join us for snacks and an engaging evening of conversation, insight, and connection. Hear from four industry panelists and a skilled facilitator as they explore the ongoing challenges of recruiting and retaining talent in the trades and construction industry—at a time when the need has never been greater.

This discussion will dive into recruitment strategies, retention realities, and opportunities for career growth and advancement within the construction sector.

Join us to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of BC’s skilled trades workforce.

Want to get involved? Contact us for event sponsorship opportunities, panelist questions, etc.

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Host or Publisher Vancouver Island Construction Association