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About Westlane Tech

Learn more about what Westlane's skilled trade programs can do for your future!

Skilled Trades in Demand
Of every in-demand industry in Canada, skilled trades workers are arguably the most sought-out by employers. They are so in-demand that considerable efforts are being made by the government to not only attract students and local workers but also foreigners. That’s right – skilled trades are so in-demand, we’re opening up our borders for them. This means that there is no time better than right now to hatch your career as a Spartan into a skilled trades profession.

Why take a Technology class?

•The skills learned will be beneficial for life
•An estimate of 1.5 million skilled job
vacancies by 2016 and 2.6 million by 2021
•Expect wages 6% above “non-skilled” jobs
•Wages can be as high as 6 figures after completing an apprenticeship

Skilled Trades vs. Trades person
A skilled trade is a particular trade or craft. Their work is almost exclusively hands-on, and they either produce a product or offer a service.
A trades person is a professional with a high degree with both practical and theoretical knowledge of his or her trade.