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The First Nations, Metis, & Inuit Student Challenge is asking classrooms to construct the strongest canoe they can using recycled materials for a chance to win a free pizza party for their class! 🛶🍕
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👇Here are more ...details:
- The challenge runs during National Skilled Trade & Technology Week (Nov. 2nd - Nov. 6th, 2026)
- Submissions are due online Nov. 8th at Skills Ontario's website
- Rules and scoring rubric are available on our website by downloading the Student Challenge Workbook AND Teacher Resource
Learn more at skillsontario.com/programs/first-nations-metis-and-inuit-initiatives/
The First Nations, Metis, & Inuit Student Challenge is asking classrooms to construct the strongest canoe they can using recycled materials for a chance to win a free pizza party for their class! 🛶🍕
👉Swipe through the images to learn more.
👇Here are more ...details:
- The challenge runs during National Skilled Trade & Technology Week (Nov. 2nd - Nov. 6th, 2026)
- Submissions are due online Nov. 8th at Skills Ontario's website
- Rules and scoring rubric are available on our website by downloading the Student Challenge Workbook AND Teacher Resource
Learn more at skillsontario.com/programs/first-nations-metis-and-inuit-initiatives/
Registration for the #JunkDrawerRaces is open and the scopes are posted! Don’t forget to sign up for your chance to win 🥇🥈🥉. For more information, check our website: https://www.skillsontario.com/junk-drawer-races.
L’inscription aux #CoursesTiroirsBricàBrac est en cours et ...les fiches descriptives ont été publiées! Inscrivez-vous pour la chance de remporter une médaille 🥇🥈🥉! Pour plus d’info : skillsontario.com/courses-de-tiroirs-de-bric-a-brac
Registration for the #JunkDrawerRaces is open and the scopes are posted! Don’t forget to sign up for your chance to win 🥇🥈🥉. For more information, check our website: https://www.skillsontario.com/junk-drawer-races.
L’inscription aux #CoursesTiroirsBricàBrac est en cours et ...les fiches descriptives ont été publiées! Inscrivez-vous pour la chance de remporter une médaille 🥇🥈🥉! Pour plus d’info : skillsontario.com/courses-de-tiroirs-de-bric-a-brac
Registration for the #JunkDrawerRaces is open and the scopes are posted! Don’t forget to sign up for your chance to win 🥇🥈🥉. For more information, check our website: https://www.skillsontario.com/junk-drawer-races.
L’inscription aux #CoursesTiroirsBricàBrac est en cours et ...les fiches descriptives
Hey parents, you and your child can explore careers within the skilled trades without leaving home during National Skilled Trade & Technology Week with a FREE a Skills Ontario virtual presentation !
Register today using the link below to participate in informative conversations and ...learn about apprenticeship pathways and careers 👇
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We look forward to seeing you online!
Hey parents, you and your child can explore careers within the skilled trades without leaving home during National Skilled Trade & Technology Week with a FREE a Skills Ontario virtual presentation !
Register today using the link below to participate in informative conversations and ...learn about apprenticeship pathways and careers 👇
🔗https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jnTQHfzLZEuh7iMpPhHvZo4Wg00PWZlAsjg3S0j7D0dUQzU0UkdYQzhNNTFBR1lWNFVRRFkwQUhUUC4u&route=shorturl
We look forward to seeing you online!
Hey parents, you and your child can explore careers within the skilled trades without leaving home during National Skilled Trade & Technology Week with a FREE a Skills Ontario virtual presentation !
Register today using the link below to participate in informative conversations
Skills Ontario is happy to announce that Malcolm Matwijec is our new Alumni President! 👏
Malcolm is a Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician and a proud graduate of @centennialcollege, where he graduated with High Honours in 2023.
Malcolm has distinguished himself as a leader ...both in the industry and in skilled trades competitions. He is a Skills Ontario Ambassador and has earned a Provincial Gold Medal, National Gold Medal, and a Bronze Medal at the 2022 WorldSkills Competition.
Beyond his professional and competitive achievements, Malcolm is dedicated to giving back to the trades community by training, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of skilled trades professionals. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience, helping others develop their skills, build confidence, and pursue rewarding careers in the trades.
As our new Alumni President, Malcolm brings a wealth of industry experience, leadership, and a strong commitment to supporting and inspiring future skilled trades professionals.
