Skills Canada – Ontario is a leader in promoting skilled trades and technologies as viable, first-choice career options for Ontario youth. This could not be achieved without the help and support of community volunteers.

The Ontario Technological Skills Competition is the cornerstone for Skills Canada – Ontario. Annually, 1,600 students and roughly 30,000 teachers, sponsors, parents and employers gather to participate in and observe the competitions that take place in over 60 contest areas. Offered at the elementary, secondary and post-secondary level, these contests allow participants to showcase their skill, talent and knowledge, while providing them networking opportunities within industry, labour and government.

During the competition, Skills Canada – Ontario also offers the Career Exploration Showcase, Elementary Career Awareness Workshops, Young Women’s Conference, “Beef Up the Bursary BBQ” and Closing Ceremony for attendees.

In order to offer these events, Skills Canada – Ontario requires help from industry professionals, community members and others interested in making a difference for tomorrow’s workforce.

If YOU are interested in volunteering your time, please fill out a Volunteer Application Form or for more information contact Nancy Clark at (519) 749-9899 ext.232 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Thank you for your interest in Skills Canada – Ontario.

Behind the Scenes Volunteer positions:                                                                                    

• Forklift Drivers                                                       
• Movers
• Electrical Wall Builders
• Bag Stuffers
• Setup & Teardown Crew

During the Competitions:

• Landscape Industry Support - Canada Blooms ~ RIM Park
• Food Attendants
• "Beef up the Bursary" - BBQ Tent Assistant
• Young Women's Conference - Event Assistant
• Traffic Advisors
• Registration Booth Assistant
• Aesthetics Models
• Closing Ceremony Event Assistant

Please fill out an application to volunteer with us!

A Volunteer Application is available here.

If you would like additional information, please contact Nancy Clark at (519) 749-9899 ext. 232 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it