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Girls Exploring Trades & Technologies

The Girls Exploring Trades & Technologies (GETT) program is a celebration of women in trade and technology careers. Throughout the GETT program, high school girls will gain a new perspective and be motivated to open their minds to the diverse career paths available to them.

GETT in the Classroom

Students will get the chance to test-drive careers and learn new skills through 4 different hands-on Try-A-Trade® Take-Out kits. Kits focus on careers in Sheet Metal, Woodworking, Aesthetics, and Refrigeration and include instructions and female-led tutorial videos. Each kit will include necessary materials and safety equipment for 25 students to complete all 4 activities.

Teachers can apply to receive the kits by completing a short application form on our website on February 7th from 8:30am-10:30am. 10 schools across Alberta will be chosen based on the submitted application and needs across the province.

The application for GETT Try-A-Trade® kits is now closed.

GETT Gathering

May 9, 2024 (full day event)

Held in conjunction with the Provincial Skills Canada Competition, the GETT Gathering allows participants to meet with Industry Influencers – certified tradeswomen, apprentices and technology experts that have pursued non-traditional careers. This interactive, inspirational day includes keynote speakers, panel discussions, team activities, tours of the competition, Try-A-Trades® and much more.

Registration for the GETT Gathering opens January 17th, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

Learn more about the Skills Alberta Competition