Women in the Trades, Progress and the Path Forward

On this episode of OCS Talks, Brian sits down with Nickie Lavoie and Karen Pullen to discuss how they got their start in the construction industry, how far women have come in the trades, and the work still ahead. They also highlight the important role of the Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen in supporting, mentoring, and advocating for women across the industry.

Together, they reflect on progress, share personal experiences from the jobsite, and discuss how the industry can continue building a more inclusive future for the next generation of tradeswomen.

Chapter Markers:

0:00 – Intro

3:45 – Karen’s Journey to Becoming an Electrician

5:02 – Nickie’s Journey to Becoming a Boilermaker

7:51 – Barries & Challenges of Women in Construction, are we Headed in the Right Direction?

13:50 – What Makes Women Feel Included on the Jobsite

18:43 – Positive Impacts of a Good Supervisor

20:20 – OBCT, Dedication to Training

28:41 - Benefits of a Career in Construction

33:45 – Final Comments

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 For more information on OBCT and the great work they do, www.obctradeswomen.com.

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