Skills Manitoba is pleased to host an exciting Virtual Young Women’s Conference. This conference is for
young women in Grades 7-9 to learn about the many skilled trades careers available in today’s employment market. The conference will highlight different vocations in trades, introduce young women to an exciting Journey person, Jamie McMillan, and to women mentors in the trades field along with virtual tours and demonstrations.
The event will feature Keynote Speaker; Jamie McMillan, Kick Ass Careers – Jamie has been working across Canada as a journeyman ironworker, in the construction industry since 2002. In an effort to expand her knowledge
and increase her opportunities, she recently began a secondary journey as a boilermaker. In 2006, she began to volunteer as a member at networking events to encourage young women to consider careers in skilled trades
through Skills Canada-Ontario. Currently, Jamie continues to work on various construction sites across the country whenever possible, works on call at a shelter for homeless women and concentrates on school and
community outreach.
The 90-minute event will also offer an insightful panel discussion with tradeswomen and an opportunity for students to ask lots of questions. The conference will feature a live Demonstration along with meeting the panel
women right in their workshops.

Please go to the Programs tab of the website above and then to the Young Women’s section of our website where you can register online. If you have any questions, please call the Skills Manitoba office at 204-927-0250.