Support Ontario Youth

Registered charity providing support to apprentices and employers to streamline the apprenticeship pathway in Ontario.
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The BOLT Women in Construction Grant provides $1,000 to support your apprenticeship. Get support with things like tools and workwear, and access hands-on guidance through a mentor in your trade. 🔥

Learn more and apply:
🌐 https://t.co/JduZrCcphE

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Weather update ⚠️ Please be advised that the Trades and Talent Connect Event is now closed due to weather.

We appreciate your cooperation and encourage everyone to travel safely.

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Happy Family Day! 🎉 We’re closed on Monday and will reopen on Tuesday!

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⚠️ Weather Cancellation Notice ⚠️

Due to weather conditions, the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp in Chatham scheduled for January 15 has been cancelled.

Thank you for your understanding. Please stay tuned for updates.

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Thanks, Mark, for sharing your journey! 👏👏👏

Ready to take your trades career to the next level?
We’re here to help apprentices get sponsored, gain hands-on experience, and build a strong foundation for their future.

🌐 Start your journey today: https://t.co/WAm2wfLVry

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🤔 Ready to "Power Up Your Career"?
Join us for an Electrical Q&A Live Discussion and learn about electrical apprenticeship from those who have been there and done it successfully.

Save the date:
🗓️ Wed, Jan 14, 2026
🕚 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST
📍Online

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🎉 Happy New Year!

Just a reminder, our office is still closed until tomorrow, January 2nd, when we’ll return to our regular schedule.

Wishing you a safe, happy, and successful start to 2026! 🥂

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Trades & Talent Connect 2026 is here!

Join us on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM.

Build your future, make connections, and explore new opportunities in the skilled trades — all in one event. ✨

🔗https://t.co/ULOPpqME7c

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🎄❄️ Happy Holidays from all of us at Support Ontario Youth!

Please note our office will be closed from December 25 – January 1, 2026. We’ll be back to our regular schedule on January 2nd.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season. 🫶

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Happy Holidays from the SOY and @OELeague team! 🎄✨

#Holidays #SkilledTrades #OEL #SOY

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Today’s drop-off at @YWSToronto💙

Non-perishable food, hygiene items, and gift cards, made possible through a SOY and @OELeague team raffle and a shared goal to give back. Supporting youth goes beyond the skilled trades.

#YWS #YouthWithoutShelter

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👀 Coming Soon!

“Drive Your Future” a live Automotive Technician Q&A webinar…
Get insight into the world of automotive trades with licensed technicians, Ry Colmer and Emily Pyke.

📅 Thu, Jan 08
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST

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A great afternoon with Support Ontario Youth and OEL 🎄 Lunch, furry visitors 🐾, a skilled trades gingerbread competition, and a raffle with proceeds donated to Youth Without Shelter. Thanks to everyone who joined!

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Applications are open!

@TrainingL598 and Support Ontario Youth are offering a 12-week Brick & Stone Mason (401A) Un-Paid Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program.

Don’t miss your chance. Apply now!

🔗 https://t.co/3B3RUahpYI

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Kickstart your career in the trades…

Join our upcoming live Trades Readiness webinars and gain:
✅ Expert guidance from licensed journeypersons
✅ Insights on safety, tools, and workplace expectations
✅ Tips to navigate apprenticeships and career pathways

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Our Group Sponsorship Program makes it simple for employers to bring on new help.

✅ We handle the administrative side. You focus on training and mentoring.
✅ Apprentices benefit from mentorship, guidance, and support throughout their journey.

🌐 https://t.co/kpNw0W65eE

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👀 Looking to take the next step in your apprenticeship journey?

Join us for a live Q&A webinar with apprenticeship expert Lori Rice.

📅 Tue, Dec 9, 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Online

Apply through our Trades Readiness Program:
🌐 https://t.co/YIaWBIZAjj

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Giving Tuesday is one day of giving—but our donor partners make a difference all year long.

Thank you to @ideal_electrical and @OELeague
for your ongoing commitment to empowering apprentices through Support Ontario Youth.

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🤔 Curious about how Ontario’s apprenticeship system works?
We’ve got a live Q&A webinar designed to answer your questions and get you started on the right path…

👉 Apprenticeship 101 Live Q&A
🗓️ Save the date: December 9 @ 2:00 PM

Stay tuned. More information coming soon!

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Today’s the day! 🔥

Your support this #GivingTuesday helps apprentices achieve their dreams and ensures Ontario’s trades stay strong for generations...

Every dollar counts. Give now and make a lasting impact. 💙🧡💚

🔗 Donate today: https://t.co/JrBZ6w0WYl