We teamed up with Barbie to help one young girl realize her dream of being a builder. Girls can be anything they want to be – and YES, women in the trades CAN wear all pink everything if they want to darnnit! 😉

The 34-week WIST Pre-Apprenticeship Carpenter General certificate program will equip students who wish to make a career in the construction industry as a general carpenter with the basic skills required to secure a position as an apprentice, and to work safely and successfully in the industry.

Primary Supporting partners – Jill of All Trades offers a full day of hands-on workshops led by female mentors designed to help young women develop a better understanding of the potential of skilled trades careers.

Maintenance Partner – McDonald Houses provide families of sick children with a home to stay at while their child is being treated at a nearby hospital.

Blue-Collar Intelligence is an advocacy organization dedicated to changing the perceptions of the blue-collar industry. Our goal is to change the perceptions, elevate pride and highlight the amazing potential of working in the skilled trades industry.