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Canada's trades shortage is real. Hiring right matters more than ever. STC graduates are pre-vetted, safety-certified, and trained the way the industry demands — through doing, not just watching.
Arrive with mandatory safety certifications already in hand (Working at Heights, WHMIS, First Aid/CPR, Lockout/Tagout)
Small class sizes mean every student gets real, supervised hands-on time
Trained on tools and systems used in the field — not scaled-down models
Employment preparation included — resume-ready and professional from day one
Available across 6 Ontario campuses: Ajax, Cambridge, Oakville, Toronto East, Toronto West, and Vaughan
The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment before they ever step on your site.
Every STC grad holds the core safety certifications your sites require — saving you onboarding time and compliance costs.
Source talent across Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Home Renovation — all from one trusted pipeline.
Pre-apprentices are the ideal starting point. Build your apprenticeship program around grads who are already committed to the trade.
Every STC graduate completes the same rigorous program structure. Here's what that means when they show up for their first day with you.
Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship
HVAC Pre-Apprenticeship
Intro to Home Renovation
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The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment.
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The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment.
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The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment.
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The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment.
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The majority of each program is spent in STC's fully equipped labs — not a classroom. Graduates have real repetitions on real equipment.
Getting connected to STC graduates is straightforward. Here's how the hiring process works.
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Fill out the employer inquiry form below. Tell us your trade, location, and hiring needs — we'll match you with upcoming cohorts in your area.
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STC's student services team shares curated graduate profiles based on your requirements. Every candidate is pre-vetted and certified.
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Meet your top candidates. STC's team supports the process and can facilitate on-campus meet-and-greet sessions if helpful.
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Bring your new hire on site. If you register them as an apprentice with Skilled Trades Ontario, you unlock government tax credits and grants.
STC's pre-apprenticeship programs are the ideal entry point into the formal apprenticeship system. When you hire an STC grad and register them as an apprentice through Skilled Trades Ontario, you're building a long-term team member — not just filling a gap.
STC graduates complete Year 0 stronger than their peers. They know the trade fundamentals, they've handled the tools, and they understand workplace safety. Your journeypersons spend less time on the basics and more time doing quality work.
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Hands-on lab training, safety certifications, and employment prep. The strongest possible starting point for any apprentice.
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Graduate registers with Skilled Trades Ontario. Employer benefits from tax credits and grants. Work begins immediately.
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Apprentice develops under your journeypersons, accumulating hours and growing into a skilled, loyal team member.
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A fully certified tradesperson — built from the ground up with your company values, processes, and standards.
STC has a dedicated partnership with RONA to strengthen the skilled trades pipeline across Canada. RONA PRO contractors get direct, priority access to STC graduates through our exclusive hiring channel — before profiles are posted anywhere else.
As a RONA PRO partner, you benefit from a streamlined connection to pre-vetted, certified graduates who are ready to join your crew. Whether you're scaling up for a busy season or building your long-term apprenticeship program, the RONA PRO pipeline gives you a consistent competitive edge in a tight labour market.
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First pick of graduates each cohort — before public posting.
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Every profile is reviewed and certified before it reaches you.
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New cohorts graduate regularly — your talent source never runs dry.
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A dedicated STC contact for all your RONA PRO hiring needs.
The Canadian government offers significant financial incentives for employers who hire and register apprentices. Here's what's available to you.
The old Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit has been replaced by Ontario's Achievement Incentive program. Eligible employers receive milestone payments of $1,000 each time an apprentice completes a level of in-class training — up to $4,000 per apprentice over the course of the program.
This federal credit remains active and is one of the strongest incentives available. Employers can claim 10% of an apprentice's eligible salary — up to $2,000 per year — for the first two years of a Red Seal apprenticeship. Credits can be carried back 3 years or forward up to 20 years.
Active for the 2025–2026 fiscal year, the Canada-Ontario Job Grant covers up to two-thirds of eligible third-party training costs — up to $10,000 per person. Employers contribute the remaining one-third, making structured workforce development significantly more affordable.
New apprentices in eligible trades can receive up to $1,000 toward the purchase of tools and equipment required for their trade. This grant helps reduce out-of-pocket costs for new hires and makes the early stages of an apprenticeship more financially accessible — supporting better retention for employers.
Registered STC partner employers receive early access to graduate profiles before candidates are posted publicly. This means first pick of the best talent each cohort — at no recruitment cost to you. STC's student services team handles the initial vetting, so your hiring process starts further down the funnel.
Hear from the businesses and contractors who've built lasting teams with STC graduates.
"We've hired from STC three times now. Every single grad showed up knowing how to handle themselves on a live site. That first-day confidence matters more than people realize."
MR
Electrical Contractor, GTA
"The safety certs alone save us a week of onboarding. But what really stood out was how motivated these kids were — they'd already decided this was their career, not just a job."
DL
Plumbing Co., Oakville
"We partnered with STC for our apprenticeship pipeline and it's transformed how we hire. We now have four STC grads progressing toward their journeyperson cert. Real ROI."
TC
HVAC Company Owner, Cambridge
Join the growing network of Ontario employers who source skilled, certified, motivated talent directly from STC's graduation pipeline. Registration is free — the advantage is real.
Whether you're looking to hire your first STC graduate or build a formal apprenticeship pipeline, our employer partnerships team is here to make it simple. Fill out the form and we'll be in touch within one business day.
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+1 (866) 320-0888📍 Main Office
290 Vaughan Valley Blvd, Woodbridge, ON L4H 3C3a
