Squamish Nation Training & Trades Centre

When Susanne Paull joined the Business Administration Certificate (BAC) program, she was looking to strengthen her skills and invest in her future.

With supportive instructors, interactive learning, and a team that was there every step of the way, she found exactly that. 📚

"The experience was rewarding because it felt like a purposeful, efficient and essential way to update and fine-tune my skills."

Today, Susanne is excited to continue her education by pursuing the diploma program and growing her career even further. 🚀

Her journey is a reminder that investing in yourself is always worthwhile.

🚨 ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! 🚨

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We've got a year long program for you accredited through Capilano University!

Applications for the Leadership for Indigenous Learners Certificate (LILC) close August 21st. This is your chance to build your leadership skills, grow your confidence, and invest in your future. ✨

Don’t wait until it’s too late, apply by August 21st!

🚨APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENSION🚨

Calling all aspiring leaders! You now have until August 21 to apply for our Leadership for Indigenous Learners Certificate, a year‑long program accredited through Capilano University!

Ready to apply? Email [email protected] or call 604‑980‑7946 to request an application package.

👏 Welcome to our newest Introduction to Carpentry students!

Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey filled with new skills, hands-on learning, and plenty of opportunities to grow. 🔨

Over the next few months, you'll gain hands-on experience, learn from a Red Seal Carpenter, and build the skills needed to kick-start a career in the trades.

Designed for those with little or no carpentry experience, the program includes:
🪚 8 weeks of technical carpentry training
🌿 Cultural workshops
🦺 Safety certifications
💼 Job readiness training

And the best part? It ladders directly into Carpentry Level 1, opening the door to even more opportunities.

Good luck — we can't wait to see what you build! 💥

Congratulations to our recent Women in Trades graduates!

These incredible women stepped outside their comfort zones to explore up to six different trades through hands-on learning. 🙌

From carpentry and electrical to plumbing, painting, scaffolding, steel stud framing, flooring, and more, the program is all about discovering new skills, building confidence, and finding a career path that fits.

Over the past few months, you've challenged yourselves, learned new skills, and taken the first steps toward exciting careers in the trades. 🔨💪

Congratulations on this incredible achievement and we can't wait to see where your journey takes you next. ❤️

✅ Follow Squamish Nation Training & Trades Centre to be the first to find out about new programs!

Finding balance between passion and purpose 🏔️🔨

For Michael Barton, snowboarding has always been a huge part of life, from riding to coaching Indigenous people. However, he wanted a backup plan.

That’s when he found carpentry. 🪚

Michael started with Carpentry Level 1 at NTTC, then gained real-world experience working with Pioneer Carpentry in Whistler and realized carpentry would always be part of his life.

"The instructors, the staff and the support team really make for an excellent learning environment."

He returned to NTTC for Level 2, continuing to build his skills through hands-on learning at the North Vancouver Wastewater treatment plant.

Today, Michael balances working in carpentry and returning to the mountain seasonally, with plans to keep building his career in the trade.

And if Level 3 opens up? He says he'll be the first to sign up! 🔥

Michael’s journey shows you don’t have to choose one path, you can have the best of both words.

🚨 Only one week left to apply!

The Business Administration Certificate (BAC) gives you the essential skills to step into today’s workplace with confidence. 🙌

Students will complete six core courses covering:
• Intro to Management
• Business Computing Basics
• Organizational Behaviour
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Communication or English

Whether you’re new to business or looking to level up, this program is designed to meet you where you’re at.

What’s included:
💵 Free tuition & training allowance
🍎 Meal plan, 🍼childcare & 🚙 transportation subsidy

Don’t miss your chance to grow your career in business, apply by July 30th!

From trying it out to building a career 🔨✨

Owen Joseph started his journey in Youth in Trades, exploring what was possible. That first step led to Introduction to Carpentry, Level 1, AND Level 2.

After completing Level 1, Owen joined a work practicum with Ventana Construction which turned into a job. Working on projects in his own community made the experience even more meaningful. 🏠

He has been working with Ventana for over two years, continuing to build his skills and confidence on real job sites.

“The training has helped so much with growing my knowledge and understanding of the trade in and out of the workplace.”

Through every program, Owen found strong support, hands-on learning, and a community that kept him motivated.

Now, his goal is clear: becoming a Red Seal Carpenter.

Owen’s journey shows how one opportunity can turn into a long-term career, one step at a time. 💥

If you’re thinking about carpentry, we're accepting applications for our Introduction to Carpentry program until July 21st!

Interested in learning the fundamentals of carpentry? Join our Intro to Carpentry program and gain hands-on experience while exploring a career in the trades. See the flyer below for details and how to register! 🔨👷🏼‍♂️