Welcome to the next generation of builders

A community, labour and industry mentoring partner for black youth

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Join the NextGen Builders Mentoring Program

The TCBN NextGen Mentoring Program for Black youth begins in late September 2018. Up to 20 Black youth (Mentees) will be matched with Mentors who are experienced construction trades professionals.

The Mentoring Program includes:

Professional development seminars for Mentors and Mentees in first 2 months
Weekly calls and monthly face to face meetings between mentors and mentees
Quarterly networking and professional development opportunities for all mentors and mentees
Use of an APP to maximize support and connectivity between mentors and mentees

Who can have a mentor?

Black youth who are in the process of preparing for work or who have been recently employed as apprentices in construction trades.

Does this sound like you?

Committed and ready to pursue a career in construction trades
Preparing for work: in pre-apprenticeship or job seeking
Recently employed in construction as apprentice
Wants the support of a mentor

Become a Mentee

Who can be a mentor?

Potential mentors should meet most of the following criteria.

Does this sound like you?

Currently work in the construction sector
Have experience in a unionized working environment
Have completed or nearly completed an apprenticeship in the construction trades
Be willing to commit for at least 1 year
Want to help Black youth succeed in the trades
Understand the challenges Black youth face

Become a Mentor

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Spaces Available

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Mentors Registered

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Mentees Registered

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Mentors & Mentees Matched

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What's New

New community benefits agreements - Toronto Star

Hiring targets negotiated - Globe and Mail

New govt policies affecting the industry - Toronto Sun

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Register for Our Next Information Session

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Info Session September 20, 20183pm - 5pm

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Info Session - Via Phone September 20, 20186pm - 7pm

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Info Session September 27, 20186pm - 8pm

Not available on these dates? Schedule a telephone meeting.

Up to 20 Black youth (Mentees) will be matched with Mentors who are experienced construction trades professionals.

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