Students explore skilled trades at Jill of All Trades conference

By Your Southwest Media Group

KINDERSLEY - A group of Kindersley Composite School students joined more than 150 young women from across the province at Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Jill of All Trades event in Saskatoon on Thursday, May 21.

Force behind the workforce. KCS students attended Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Jill of All Trades conference in Saskatoon on Thursday, May 21. From left: Grace Sylvester, Zoe Longmire, Payton Welker and Teagan Chester. PHOTO SUBMITTED

The students gained hands-on experience in welding, carpentry and electrical work during the one-day conference. They took part in interactive workshops covering 12 trades, along with six technology programs that included design and manufacturing and veterinary technology.

More than 80 volunteers served as mentors and role models throughout the day.

The KCS students toured the facility, visited information booths, listened to guest speakers and shared a lunch. They also came away with a clearer picture of the career opportunities available in skilled trades.