The Work Employment Readiness for Carpentry Program (WERC) offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in starting their journey towards a career in a UBC represented trade. This program provides four weeks of in-class training, and four weeks of on-the-job placement with an UBC signatory contractors. The program includes learning opportunities related to UBC represented trades such as General Carpentry, Interior Systems, Flooring, or Welding. This program also includes health and safety training required for construction site access in Ontario.
*This program will focus on Interior Systems
Weeks 1-4: In-class training at the training centre (includes health and safety certifications).
Weeks 5-8: Work placement with UBC signatory contractor
The program is funded by the Skills Development Fund; this provides a 100% free opportunity for participants. Participants will receive all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and a tool kit. A weekly stipend is available for those ineligible to receive Employment Insurance (EI).
All participants must be a resident of Ontario and be legally authorized to work in Canada. For participants to start a formal apprenticeship at the end of this program they must have proof of their completion of grade 10 in full.
Pre-employment training builds skills, confidence, and job-readiness for careers in the trades.
In-class sessions for provincially registered apprentices in pursuit of their Red Seal Certification.
UBC Health & Safety training ensures safe practices and compliance across all job sites.
Introducing students to the foundations of the trades, providing essential training, hands-on learning, and more.
UBCBuilt Training is the trusted training arm of the Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC), serving over 70,000 members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) across five provinces and the territories.
