Sparking Success

Building awareness of Canada’s need for skilled professionals, with educational programs and supports for welding and allied processes trades and technology careers.

Women of Steel

The Women of Steel (WOS) campaign aims to support women in welding, through strategic engagement programs, both virtual and hands-on learning, that connect introductory welders to mentors.

CWB WeldSAFE™

The CWB Welding Foundation continues to elevate educational success at all levels, advance workforce development, foster excellence and champion public safety by delivering world-class materials joining and allied technology awareness and education programs.

Educator Training

A focus on improving quality for education support and exploration of career pathways.

A Decade of Sparking Success

We’re thrilled to share our newly published 10-Year Impact Report highlighting the positive impact we’ve had on welding, material joining and welding-related industries in the last decade.

Read Our 10-Year Impact Report Today!

What’s New

CWB Foundation Is Proud to Support the Canadian Welding Competitor at WorldSkills 2024

The CWB Foundation proudly announces its partnership with Skills Canada to sponsor the Canadian Welding Competitor at WorldSkills 2024. The 47th WorldSkills Competition, scheduled for September 10-15, 2024, in Lyon, France, will bring together over 1,500 skilled...

Empowering Tomorrow’s Skilled Trades Professionals: CWB Group and CWB Foundation Renew Commitment to Skills Canada Competitions

The CWB Foundation and CWB Group are thrilled to announce our continued partnership with Skills Canada and its provincial organizations throughout 2024. Our collaboration symbolizes more than an alliance; it represents a shared commitment to fostering excellence in skilled trades and technology across North America.

MME PhD candidate awarded prestigious welding graduate scholarship

We’re pleased to announce that one of our very own PhD candidates, Shadab Sarmast has been awarded the prestigious CWB Welding Foundation Graduate Scholarship for Women. This scholarship is awarded to women who have demonstrated interest and research in pursuing a career in materials joining and the applied technology services industry. She is supervised by Dr. Norman Zhou and Dr. Michael Benoit in the Centre for Advanced Materials Joining (CAMJ). We caught up with Shadab to learn more about her journey, research interests, and what this award means to her.

Upcoming Events

April 19, 2024

Mind Over Metal™ Camp – THUNDER BAY, ON

Matawa Education and Care Centre, 200 Lillie St. N.
Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada

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April 23, 2024

Building Futures – Alberta Skilled Trades Conference

SAIT Main Campus, 1301, 16 Ave NW
Calgary, AB T2M 0L4 Canada

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April 23, 2024

Mind Over Metal™ Camp – WINNIPEG, MB

Tec-Voc High School, 1555 Wall St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 2S2 Canada

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Mar 22

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Thank you for a great March Break! Last week, we successfully hosted six Mind Over Metal™ camps across Canada, with the seventh wrapping up today. Additionally, we're excited to share that our Arx and Sparx camp is also in full swing as we speak!

This month, a total of 111 enthusiastic young minds will have dived into the world of welding and materials joining, gaining hands-on experience, and igniting their passion for skilled trades. These camps aren't just about sparks flying; they're about building confidence, self-esteem, and pathways to rewarding careers.

A big shoutout to our incredible donors and partners who make these transformative experiences possible! Together, we're shaping the future of Canada's workforce, one spark at a time. Thank you to @lng_canada, Réseau de la Transformation Métallique du Québec (RTMQ) and @jedi_nb for your continued partnership and support.

#PartneringForAStrongerFuture #YouthEmpowerment #SkillsTrades

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Mar 19

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Congratulations to the participants of the most recent Women of Steel: Forging Forward cohort hosted at @fanshawecollege in Woodstock, Ontario! With the program wrapping up last week, we wish you all the very best as you enter and navigate your career in welding or a related trade!

The Women of Steel: Forging Forward initiative, funded in part by the Government of Canada's Women's Employment Readiness Pilot (@edsc.gc), was delivered through 18 pre-employment programs across Canada and supported women as they explore new career opportunities. Thank you to @ctsfanshawe and all other partners who made this project such a success.

#womenofsteel #cwbfoundation #womenwhoweld #skilledtrades

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Mar 19

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Calling all CWB Association Members! Get ready for Virtual Trivia Night! Mark your calendars and join a night of fun! Don't miss out!

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Mar 15

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Learn more about our available student awards and bursaries today! Don't miss this opportunity for financial support as you continue on your career path in welding or a related field. Most applications close June 14th, but be sure to check eligibility and deadline details.

Joseph G. Doria Exemplary Student Award: Secondary students accepted into a full-time welding program offered by a Canadian post-secondary institution.

💸 Award Amount: up to $3,000

Nicole LeClair Welding Bursary: Four students pursuing welding or a welding-related skilled trade at the post-secondary education level at a publicly funded post-secondary school within Ontario. Applicants must be residents of Ontario to be eligible to apply.

💸 Award Amount: $2,000

Hugh A. Krentz Student Award: Post-secondary students entering their final year of study in a welding-based program (full list of programs are available on the award webpage).

💸 Award Amount: up to $3,000

Indspire Indigenous Bursaries: Indigenous students currently enrolled in post-secondary courses related to or leading to careers in welding.

💸Award Amount: Varies Per Award

Learn more by visiting the link in our bio and exploring what award or bursary can support you in this next step!

#CanEd #weldingeducation #studentaward #bursary #cwb #skilledtrades

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Mar 7

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Cheers to the remarkable women shaping our world this International Women's Day!

This week, we're shining a spotlight on the amazing women who are making waves in the welding and materials joining industry through our Women of Steel™ initiative.

From introductory workshops to advanced training, we're empowering women to forge their own paths and break through barriers towards fulfilling and empowering careers. Together, we're not just celebrating women's achievements – we’re creating opportunities for a more inclusive and diverse future across Canada and beyond.

Join us tomorrow in honouring the strength, resilience, and talent of women everywhere. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenOfSteel #Empowerment #PartneringForAStrongerFuture #IWD2024

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Mar 5

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Update your PPE with the CWB WeldSAFE™ program!

Ensure that your welding and technology program and facilities provide updated, industry compliant and the highest standards of personal and lab safety practices, equipment and personal protection to your students.

CWB WeldSAFE™ grants provide classroom sets of PPE for welding and fabrication, including 3M welding helmets, N95 welding particulate respirators, welding jackets, gloves, foot protection, and eye/ear protection. Schools are also provided with a CWB Consulting team safety review of facility and equipment. And the best part? The CWB Foundation covers the cost.

📅 Applications are open until May 31, 2024.

📌 Each application is reviewed and must meet specific criteria before eligibility. Classrooms could receive up to 20 kits.

🔗 Learn more and apply today: link in bio

#weldsafe #weldingsafety #CanEd #weldingeducation #technicaleducation #teched #cwb

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Feb 28

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Welding and joining, and all related professions and trades, are vital to our Canadian economy, and offer excellent future career prospects for thousands of Canadians. However, North America is experiencing an unprecedented skilled trades labour shortage that we tackle head-on every day.

The truth is welding and other skilled trades can open the door to a world of opportunities by providing challenging, well paying, fulfilling careers.

Join us in challenging these narratives and shifting perspectives through collaboration, investment and partnership. Learn more at www.cwbweldingfoundation.org.

#skilledtrades #skilledtradesincanada #youthintrades #careerexploration #weldingeducation #teched #CanEd #PartneringForAStrongerFuture

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Last call! ⏰ Applications to host a 2024 Mind Over Metal SUMMER camp close * this week * on February 29th.

For youth ages 12-17, our Mind Over Metal youth camps change the perception of welding and welding-related skilled trades careers. Hands-on learning at these camps builds confidence and self-esteem and gives many participants a reason to continue developing a welding career in secondary, post-secondary and apprenticeship. Welding captures their attention and gives them a focus for their future.

Learn more about the Mind Over Metal program, eligibility and to access the application form by visiting the link in our bio.

#mindovermetal #youthintrades #weldingeducation #technicaleducation #teched #CanEd

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Feb 22

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That's a wrap on the Women of Steel™ pre-employment program in Regina, SK! From sparking enthusiasm to forging new skills, the participants have shown remarkable dedication every step of the way. Congratulations to each and every one of you for completing the program!

A huge shoutout to our incredible partners: @birdconstructioninc, @siitlive, @skapprentice, @nwac_canada National Apprenticeship Program, and @xtended_hydraulics. Your collaborative efforts have empowered these women to reach new heights and redefine what's possible.

#WomenOfSteel #Empowerment #PartneringForAStrongerFuture

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Feb 21

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Calling all technical educators across Canada 📣 Unlock the potential of your welding program with the Capital Equipment and Consumables Grant.

Apply now for a chance to receive funding and enhance your students' experience as they explore the skilled trades. Applications close March 8, 2024.

Learn more and apply today 🔗 link in bio

#CanEd #TechEd #weldingeducation #youthintrades #cwb

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Feb 15

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We were thrilled to visit the final day of the Mind Over Metal camp that look place in Orangeville, Ontario over the last month.

This after school program, hosted at Orangeville District Secondary School was a unique experience that brought together Grade 9-12 girls and their female guardians to build confidence and their skills, explore the world of welding and create some truly remarkable projects.

To learn more about our Mind Over Metal camps, visit the link in our bio.

Applications to host a summer camp are due February 29th.

#mindovermetal #youthintrades #weldingeducation #CanEd #cwb

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What We Do

Much of our world is welded. Just look around you: furniture, electronics, wind turbines, cars, stadiums, medical devices and more. Welding skills open doors to a wide variety of careers across many sectors and professions that are vital to Canadian competitiveness in a global economy.

It’s incredibly important to raise awareness and promote career pathways to Canadians of all ages that will ultimately close the skills gap. And that’s where we come in.

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We Support

Students

We help students of all ages start their welding journey with comprehensive, hands-on training across Canada. Let us show you what we offer.

Educators

We provide resources and financial aid to help improve welding skills training in the classroom, from investing in welding equipment to educator training.

Industries

With our help, Canadians are building great careers, and companies benefit from a stronger talent pool and overall workforce development.

Partners & Sponsors

Building strong relations is paramount to positively impact welding and welding-related industries.

Welding Professionals

Take advantage of our resources and connection in welding and welding-related industries. We’re here to support your career.

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Testimonials

Landon W., Grade 12 Student

Since the addition of the new equipment, I am now able to learn more about different types of welding. I have never welded with the TIG welder before and am excited to learn the new techniques required to create a successful weld. Due to the new equipment, I have found a passion for welding and plan on pursuing a career in the welding trade.

Jennifer K., Career Coordinator, North Vancouver School District

I have been to many professional development workshops over the years and found this [CWBWF] training to be the strongest, best organized and relevant instruction I have received to date. Thank you for the opportunity.

Wendy W., Principal ILC – SD 63

This past [camp] week has been brilliant! The students in the TASK program were engaged, productive and proud of their metal projects. A true testament to successful student engagement is when they are still busy working on their projects after class time has ended.

Sparking Success

Women of Steel

CWB WeldSAFE™

Educator Training

A Decade of Sparking Success

What’s New

CWB Foundation Is Proud to Support the Canadian Welding Competitor at WorldSkills 2024

Empowering Tomorrow’s Skilled Trades Professionals: CWB Group and CWB Foundation Renew Commitment to Skills Canada Competitions

MME PhD candidate awarded prestigious welding graduate scholarship

Upcoming Events

Mind Over Metal™ Camp – THUNDER BAY, ON

Building Futures – Alberta Skilled Trades Conference

Mind Over Metal™ Camp – WINNIPEG, MB

Follow Us On Instagram

What We Do

We Support

Students

Educators

Industries

Partners & Sponsors

Welding Professionals

See Our Programs

Testimonials

Landon W., Grade 12 Student

Jennifer K., Career Coordinator, North Vancouver School District

Wendy W., Principal ILC – SD 63

By The Numbers

Capital Equipment Grants

Welding camps and Workshops

Graduates

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Contact Details

1-800-844-6790

info@cwbweldingfoundation.org