MISSISSAUGA — The Ontario government is investing over $23 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream to help more than 4,200 people in Mississauga and surrounding areas prepare for good-paying jobs in high-demand sectors including construction, health care, transportation, manufacturing, aerospace and the skilled trades.
“With President Trump’s tariffs taking direct aim at our economy and workers, we are investing record amounts to protect Ontario workers and keep them on the job,” said Premier Doug Ford. “The investments we are announcing today will help workers get the skills and training they need to succeed and support economic growth here in Mississauga and across the province.”
This funding is part of the government’s $2.5 billion investment through the SDF to protect Ontario workers by giving them the tools they need to land rewarding, good-paying jobs while keeping Ontario competitive in the face of U.S. tariffs. Premier Ford made the announcement at the Ontario Masonry Training Centre in Mississauga, which is receiving $1,112,661 to train workers in brick, stone and masonry trades through flexible, hands-on learning. This project includes training for the development of essential masonry skills to improve the job performance of participants and offers safety training and job search supports.
Through the SDF, the Ontario government is also partnering with 13 other organizations in Mississauga and surrounding areas to deliver training programs in sectors affected by U.S. tariffs and policies. Among those 13 organizations:
- Bothwell-Accurate Inc. is receiving $2.5 million to train and upskill 235 construction workers in trades, safety, equipment operation and managerial training across Mississauga and Toronto.
- Canadian Association of Women in Construction is receiving $460,000 to provide 100 women in the construction industry with targeted training and resources.
- Concrete Ontario is receiving $149,800 to develop standardized training materials for concrete delivery professionals, which include safety, environmental practices and low-carbon techniques, with a focus on increasing participation from women, youth and Indigenous peoples.
- National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) is receiving $2,889,720 to train and upskill 550 apprentices and journeypersons in advanced electrical trades using modern technology and virtual reality.
- Ontario Electrical Industry Training Trust Fund is receiving $2,655,275 to train 95 participants in the Network Cabling Specialist trade through classroom instruction and paid on-the-job training.
- Ontario Road Builders’ Association is receiving $1,834,450 to provide 200 participants with training to enhance workforce readiness and upskilling for careers in road construction and infrastructure, followed by paid job placements.
- Sovereign Construction Management Limited is receiving $750,000 to provide 500 participants with hands-on training and job placement support in careers that include construction, civil engineering, transport and heavy equipment operation.
