Achēv Foundations for the Future: paid carpentry pre-apprenticeship for youth (Waterloo Region)
Achēv Foundations for the Future: paid carpentry pre-apprenticeship for youth (Waterloo Region) is paid work run by Achēv for youth aged 18 to 29 in Waterloo Region. Checked on the official page on October 9, 2026.
You likely qualify if: Aged 18 to 29; Not working, in school or in training; Live in Waterloo Region; Citizen, permanent resident or refugee.
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A carpentry pre-apprenticeship with 4 weeks of carpentry training, 2 weeks of other trades and 1 week of job skills. You get a weekly stipend, free tools and safety gear, and an 8-week paid work placement.
Who qualifies
Youth aged 18 to 29 in Waterloo Region. The program focuses on women, newcomers and racialized youth.
You likely qualify if:
- Aged 18 to 29
- Not working, in school or in training
- Live in Waterloo Region
- Citizen, permanent resident or refugee
How to apply
- Apply on their website.
- Come back here and tell us if it worked.
Other ways, if that one is quiet
- AddressAddress: 90 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Suite 1404, Mississauga, Ontario L5B 3C3
Where else they are
Their website is achev.ca/service/carpentry.
Good to know
- CostFree
- LanguagesEnglish
- Their stepsOpen the program page and press Contact Us. Ask about the next intake. Take the training, then the paid work placement.
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What to bring
- A valid SIN
- Proof of your status in Canada
Dates
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