TDSB APPREnTICeSHIp & SKILLED TRADES PROGRAMS
TDSB APPREnTICeSHIp & SKILLED TRADES PROGRAMS
STEP TO TRANSPORTATION: PRE-APPRENTICESHIP
STEP TO TRANSPORTATION: PRE-APPRENTICESHIP
"I’m not sure what trade I want to work in but I think it’s one in the transportation industry."
Program At‑a‑Glance
Target group: Grade 11 and 12 students who are unsure which trade they want to explore, but know they’d like to work in the transportation/vehicle‑maintenance industry.
Timeframe:
A full semester on a job‑site placement (co‑op).
Purpose:
Sample several skilled trades instead of committing to just one.
Trades offered (examples):
Truck and coach technician; Auto body collision repair; Electronics; Millwright; Metal fabrication; Welding…and more.
Dual credit component:
Students attend George Brown College (one day/week) for a college credit + high school credit.
Outcome:
On completion, students earn multiple high school credits (co‑op credits) plus a college credit.
STEP TO CONSTRUCTION: Pre-APPRENTICESHIP
STEP TO CONSTRUCTION: Pre-APPRENTICESHIP
"I’m not sure what trade I want to work in but I think it’s one in the construction industry."
Target group:
Grade 11 and 12 students who are unsure which trade they want to explore, but know they’d like to work in construction.
Timeframe:
A full semester on a job site (4 credit COOP)
Purpose:
Sample several skilled trades instead of committing to just one.
Trades offered:
Electrical; Carpentry; Drywall; Sheet‑metal work; Plumbing; Tile‑setting; Bricklaying; Cement‑finishing; General labour & construction craft work.
Bonus:
Students go once a week to George Brown College for a dual‑credit course ("Construction Health & Safety") (both college & high‑school credit) + a bundle of safety certificates (free).
Outcome:
Upon completion, students earn 5 high school credits and 1 college credit.
NEW!
New Construction Placements rotated at the TTC - Toronto Transit Commission
Students will rotate through 3 different trades at the TTC such as HVAC, Plumbing, Overhead (Electrical), Track (repair & replace track), Repair Shop (repair overhead doors and small engine tools), Fire Protection, Streetcar (building tracks)
ACCELERATED OYAP PATHWAY
ACCELERATED OYAP PATHWAY
What does OYAP stand for?
What does OYAP stand for?
OYAP stands for the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program.
Accelerated OYAP is a specialized opportunity for students to begin their apprenticeship training in a skilled trade during their final semester of high school. The program combines a full-time work placement with an 8-week Level 1 Training session at a college or union training centre.
Who is eligible?
Who is eligible?
Grade 12 students in their graduating year who are interested in pursuing a career in one of the skilled trades listed on the program website.
When does the program start?
When does the program start?
Accelerated OYAP is a one-semester intensive program that takes place during your final semester of high school.
When are applications due?
When are applications due?
Applications must be submitted by November 7, 2025.
DRYWALL ACOUSTIC MECHANIC & LATHER — Trade Code 451A
DRYWALL ACOUSTIC MECHANIC & LATHER — Trade Code 451A
Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 14
Successful students will begin their journey toward becoming professional Drywall and Interior Finishers.
Last year, two Westview Centennial students completed the program and are now earning $29.05/hour as members of Local Union 675.
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