"Skills Work!®" Camp
As they build, fix, design and create, campers learn about careers in carpentry, welding, communication, cooking and horticulture.
We are pleased to be working in partnership with Skills Canada–Ontario and Lambton College to provide "Skills Work!®" Camp. This week-long summer day camp provides students going into grades 7 and 8,
(or 12 - 13 years of age), with an opportunity to explore careers in skilled trades and technologies.
Throughout the week, campers develop communication, problem solving and teamwork skills through various activities, workshops and industry tours. As they build, fix, design and create, campers learn about careers in carpentry, welding, communication, cooking and horticulture.
Cost is $150 per camper. The camp will run July 6 - 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On-line registration is now open or for further information contact us.
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Inaugural First Nation "Skills Work!®" Camp
We are delighted to be introducing a First Nation "Skills Work!®" Camp this summer. This week-long summer day camp provides First Nation students an opportunity to explore careers in skilled trades and technologies.
Imperial Oil has offered to pay the registration fee for 16 First Nation students in grades 7 and 8, and the camp will run July 13 - 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Lambton College. Enrolment will be based on a first come first serve basis. For registration and more information on this inaugural First Nation "Skills Work!®" Camp, contact us.
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what campers say
"It was great. I liked getting to
build stuff."
"It's the best camp I've ever
been to."
"It was really fun, especially the welding."
What Parents Say
"The camp provided my daughter with the opportunity to accomplish traditionally non-female tasks – it built her confidence and enthusiasm to do more."
"My son met new friends and the camp increased his confidence in working with his hands."
"The best thing about the camp is it gives the kids a bit of knowledge on different trades so they can decide if it is something they would like to go further with."
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