3-in-1 Pipe Trades Program
Free Pipe Trades Training: Plumber, Pipefitter and Welder
Interested in a career in the trades? Trade Winds to Success is offering a free 3-in-1 Pre-Trades Training Program in Calgary, in partnership with UA Local 496, Community Futures Treaty 7 and Aboriginal Futures.
Running January 11 to May 7, 2027, the program combines classroom learning with hands-on experience in plumbing, pipefitting and welding. Participants will prepare for the pipe trades apprenticeship entrance exam, build job-ready skills and connect with employers.
Eligibility:
- First Nations Status and Inuit Status
- Residing in and around Calgary or one of the Treaty 7 Nations
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Minimum grade 9
- Ready, willing, and able to work in the pipe trades
Why Choose Trade Winds:
- Become job-ready in less that five months
- Supportive environment for Indigenous students
- Be academically prepared for the pipe trades apprenticeship entrance exam
- Connect with employers
- No cost for tuition
- Pursue an in-demand career
Attend the In-Person Info Session at Aboriginal Futures
Learn more about the program, eligibility and how to apply.
- Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Time: 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Aboriginal Futures, 6011 – 1A Street SW, Calgary
Attending an info session is the first step in the application process. Please contact Trade Winds to confirm your attendance and arrive a little early.
- Call: 780-851-9115
- Email: sro@twts.ca