At Enercare, we’re helping young women across Ontario step boldly into the skilled trades. The Enercare Young Women in Trades Bootcamps give high school students a full day of hands-on experience in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work — guided by Enercare Experts who want to see them succeed.
This is where confidence grows, curiosity leads, and new career paths open.
Why the Young Women in Trades Bootcamps matter
The skilled trades need more voices, more perspectives, and more women leading the way. This program breaks down barriers and shows students that the trades aren’t just accessible — they’re full of opportunity.
Students gain practical, real-world skills including:
- HVAC: Using measuring and fabrication tools to work with natural gas and propane piping and tubing systems.
- Electrical: Wiring an outlet box and light fixture to safely turn a light bulb on.
- Plumbing: Building a toilet, installing a faucet, attaching water lines, and assembling drainage fittings on a bathroom vanity.
- Leadership & Skills Development: Strengthening problem‑solving and teamwork along the way.
But the biggest takeaway isn’t the tasks — it’s the confidence to envision a future in the trades.
Built for students. Powered by mentorship.
Students learn directly from Enercare Experts who were once in their shoes. They ask questions, make mistakes, try again — and discover what they’re capable of.
This is where careers begin: with encouragement, representation, and real-world experience.
Program growth across Ontario
With support from Employment Ontario and provincial funding, we’re expanding the program so more students can:
- Explore skilled trades career pathways
- Build confidence and hands-on experience
- See themselves in the future of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work
The future of the trades is diverse, skilled, and full of potential — and Enercare is empowering the next generation to lead it.
YWIT Committee Formed
The Young Women in Trades Committee is established, laying the foundation for the program.
Community Outreach Began
Outreach expands across Ontario, connecting with schools and partners to introduce the program.
First Full Year of Bootcamps
A dedicated team of 15 employees delivers the first year of bootcamps, contributing 312 volunteer hours and supporting 94 students as they explore skilled trades.
Major Program Expansion
The program scales significantly with 59 employees and 960 volunteer hours, engaging 342 students and driving province‑wide growth.
This program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
Get involved
Are you interested in bringing the Young Women in Trades Bootcamp to your students? Let’s make it happen.