COBT Hammer Heads

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Aecon: “We are pleased to be a part of the Hammer Heads Program and will continue to welcome Hammer Heads’ graduates as employees of Aecon Buildings.”


Alberici Constructors: “The Hammer Head Program provides an opportunity for contractors and trade unions to give back to the community by providing underprivileged youth the means to learn a skill and develop productive careers.” ATCO Structures & Logistics: “ASL is honoured to have been part of the first exposure of these keen individuals to the construction industry and would definitely consider employing future graduates.” Brian Burke, President and General Manager, Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Club: “Hammer Heads’ skills development program can make a tremendous difference in the lives of young people and may open many doors of opportunity that can lead to a successful future.” Cervini Painting & Decorating Ltd: “When Jermaine was hired he had many safety certificates the benefitted Cervini Painting & Decorating Ltd. As the employer, we did not have to worry about getting Jermaine extra safety training because we know he was well trained through the Hammer Heads Program.” Concert Properties: “We are proud to support the Hammer Heads Program and look forward to the opportunity to welcome graduates to our construction sites into the future.” Frontier College: “Hammer Heads provides a valuable training opportunity for youth who would otherwise face a myriad of barriers to skilled employment.” Gem Campbell Terrazzo & Tile Inc: “Hammer Heads has provided our company with a motivated apprentice that is ready and willing to learn.” Investments Hardware Ltd: “I want to congratulate [Hammer Heads participants] on your first and most important step towards a career in the construction industry.” Kvaerner: “We would also like to commend all your efforts that you put forward with the “Hammer Heads”, which results in many young men and women being exposed to the trades and pursuing a career in construction. Without the hard work of you and others, this would not happen.” Michael "Pinball" Clemons: “This fresh, relevant, innovative approach provides access to career opportunities that are not traditionally available to under-resourced youth.” Ontario Construction Secretariat: “Graduates of the Hammer Heads Program are ready to work, having received all the necessary safety certification, training and basic skills to be job-ready. With an 80% industry placement rate for graduates so far, the success of the program speaks for itself.” Simplex Grinnell: “Safety training is very important to our company and having an apprentice come with the basic construction knowledge and safety training has been a benefit.” Speedy Electric: “Our graduate comes to work everyday focused and ready to learn.” Stanley Black & Decker: “We recognize the value of providing hands-on training to those young men and women getting into the trades. Truly, they are the future and being a part of their continuing education and growth is a core value that Stanley Black & Decker holds dear.” Streamline Mechanical: “We are pleased to be a part of the Hammer Heads Program and will continue to welcome Hammer Heads’ graduates as employees to our company.” Tridel: “Tridel’s experience with the Hammer Heads Program has been positive and rewarding.” Williamson-Dickie Canada Co.: “We believe in improving our communities and instilling the values of professionalism, commitment and determination in young people.” Workers Health & Safety Centre: “The Hammer Heads Program is the right thing.” Youth Challenge Fund: “Hammer Heads isn't just another training program. It not only engages youth to develop hard skills in the trades, but also supports them to build valuable life skills such as leadership, initiative and time management.”