Build Your Future

By: Joint Economic Development Initiative
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  • Summary

  • The Build Your Future podcast will look at the Skilled Trades in New Brunswick, including talking to successful Indigenous tradespeople, discussing some of the lesser-known trades, offering some fun-facts, and explaining how to get into the trades, including how to “earn while you learn”. Hosted by the Joint Economic Development Initiative’s (JEDI) Indigenous Projects and Apprenticeship Coordinators, Gabe Isaac and Laura MacFarlane, join them on a fun-filled exploration of the trades.

    Contact Information:

    https://jedinb.ca/
    Joint Economic Development Initiative 2023
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Episodes
  • Title: Essential Workplace Skills and Trades!

    Title: Essential Workplace Skills and Trades!
    Jan 15 2025

    In this episode, Lauryn sits down with JEDI’s very own Tricia Chase! Tricia leads the Indigenous Adult Learning & Literacy Programs at JEDI. Discover how these programs can support your journey into the workforce, the essential skills you need to succeed, and the opportunities JEDI provides for those exploring careers in the Trades Industry.

    Contact information: JEDI: info@jedinb.ca

    Watch our podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zg3uUpvAHVY
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    25 mins
  • Welcome Lauryn!

    Welcome Lauryn!
    Nov 12 2024

    In this episode, our former host, Gabe, passes the torch to our new IPA Coordinator, Lauryn. We learn about Lauryn’s experience within the trades industry and what her goals are working with the team at JEDI.

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    22 mins
  • Let’s Talk Welding with Wesley Pelletier

    Let’s Talk Welding with Wesley Pelletier
    Jul 19 2024

    In this episode, Gabe meets his fourth guest, Wesley Pelletier! Wesley Pelletier owns WP Welding and Construction, based in Madawaska, New Brunswick. He shares his experience from before he started his own company, to how it’s thriving, and working across provinces with their quality skillset.

    Contact information:

    JEDI: info@jedinb.ca

    Check out the WP Welding and Construction website:

    https://www.wpwelding.com/

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    17 mins

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