Whether it’s in the workplace or in the classroom, the skills apprentices gain lead to challenging, rewarding and profitable jobs in an industry that provides tremendous opportunities.
About 90 per cent of apprenticeship training is provided by employers in the workplace. The remainder involves classroom instruction and theory, which is provided at each Local’s Training Centre. Apprentices from LiUNA training are considered by employers to be among the most productive, conscientious, qualified and safety-oriented individuals in the industry.
Our Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program combines our Construction Craft Worker and Concrete Finisher training into an comprehensive 11 week program. Participants will learn basic literacy and receive hands-on training preparing them for entry-level work across a wide range of construction environments, culminating in a paid work placement with one of LiUNA’s signatory employers.
This program is best suited to individuals who are ready for active, hands-on learning in a construction setting. Participants are expected to follow safety procedures, work collaboratively, take direction well, use tools and equipment properly, and develop the practical skills, precision, and consistency needed to support quality work on site.
The Construction Craft Worker program prepares participants for entry-level work across a wide range of construction environments. Through hands-on training, participants build practical skills in site preparation, material handling, tool use, form setting, rigging, scaffolding, and utility-related work.
This program is best suited to individuals who are ready for active, hands-on learning in a construction setting. Participants are expected to follow safety procedures, work collaboratively, take direction well, and develop confidence using tools, equipment, and materials commonly found on job sites.
The Cement (Concrete Finisher) program introduces participants to the core skills required to work with concrete in construction applications. Training focuses on preparing, placing, finishing, and repairing concrete surfaces, while building experience with the equipment, techniques, and finishing methods used in the trade.
Participants should be prepared for detailed, hands-on training that combines physical work with precision and consistency. The program emphasizes safe work habits, proper equipment use, and the development of strong finishing techniques needed to produce durable, high-quality concrete work on site.
The Women in Trades Residential Construction Worker Program is a women-centred training opportunity designed to build practical, job-ready skills for residential construction. Participants gain hands-on experience in core areas of homebuilding while developing the knowledge, confidence, and foundational trade skills needed to pursue work in the industry.
Participants should be prepared for hands-on learning in an active construction training environment. The program emphasizes safety, skill development, and teamwork, while supporting participants through basic skills upgrading and practical instruction across key areas of residential construction. A willingness to learn, participate fully, and build confidence in the trades is essential.
Apprenticeship Programs and Training Courses are available to LiUNA Local 607 members for no cost.
Information on our available Apprenticeship Programs and Training Courses are available on our website. To inquire about upcoming programs or to apply, contact us at any time.
Applicants are required to have completed their high-school diploma. If you have questions about application requirements, contact us at any time.