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ENGAGEMENT
OGCA'S PATHWAYS TO ICI:
"CONSTRUCTION LOOKS LIKE ME"
Build the business case from the perspective of the end user
By KHAMLA KHAMPHENGMEUANG AND KHOA LY-KILIS, OGCA’S PATHWAYS TO ICI
PECIFIC TO PATHWAYS’ OBJECTIVES, in order to effectively represent
the perspective of the end user, it is critical to engage
the end user in the stages of research, development,
validation, piloting and fine tuning. This has always
been, and will continue to be, the focus of who, why,
and how OGCA’s Pathways to ICI works alongside the
industry to successfully develop and deliver programs to address
the skill shortages specific to careers in construction, with a focus
on careers in construction management. The goal is to create
impactful programs, tools, and resources to help attract, recruit,
train, transition, and upskill new and existing talent, as well address
challenges and opportunities for retention through accessible and
equitable career advancement and promotion.
Pathways' main objective is to address the skill shortages
through three program paths - namely, the New Entrants Bridging
Program, the Upskilling Toolkit and the We CAN (Connect, Advance
Navigate) Reflection Series. The underlying common theme is to
address the stigma of what a career in construction looks like, and
who works in construction.
At OGCA’s AGM in September, Pathways to ICI launched the “Construction Looks Like Me” Video Campaign to continue the conversation that construction is for everyone, construction builds careers,
and construction looks like me. Construction is diverse - in people,
projects and career paths.
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Construction
Looks Like Me
Construction is for Everyone - Construction Looks Like Me
As we continue to diversify the reach of OGCA's Pathways Programs, we have partnered with Correctional Service of Canada
(CSC), specifically the facilities in Ontario, to work with justice-involved individuals who are eligible for parole and eventually reintegrating into communities. We are currently in pilot stage
making the New Entrants Bridging Program available. This initiative is a continuation of our goal to make construction accessible
to everyone who wants explore a career in construction.
Construction is for Everyone Construction Looks Like Me: Next-Gen
Throughout the industry, a lot of fantastic work has been done
to educate and increase awareness on meaningful careers in
the construction skilled trades. However, through the research
Pathways conducted with educators, high school students,
To watch the video "Construction Looks Like Me:
My Story" and join the conversation, please visit:
https://www.youtube.com/@OGCAPathwaystoici
or scan the QR Code
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The Pathways to ICI Program is made possible with funding from the
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
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