CEO Tour Highlights Skilled Trades Funding and Employer Incentives in Ontario
What happened
Candice White, CEO of STO, conducted a career tour across the province, starting at Loyalist College in Belleville on September 22, 2026. The initiative aimed to connect regional employers with STO staff through the STO on the Road program. During the event, White discussed the Skilled Trades Ontario portal as a key resource for employers to learn about announcements and incentives. She noted that funding is available for apprentices to help cover expenses such as mileage, daycare, and living costs, with up to $17,000 potentially available over the course, depending on the specific avenues utilized.
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Why it matters
The tour focused on available government incentives and funding streams designed to support businesses that hire apprentices. This information is relevant for companies seeking to utilize the skilled trades pipeline and manage workforce development costs through established programs.
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Who's involved
- Candice WhiteCEO and Registrar of STO
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- Loyalist CollegeHost of the tour stop and graduate institution of Candice White
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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STO could see increased business volume from employers utilizing the portal and available funding streams.
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The entities involved
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Candice White
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