08/05/2025
Now Accepting Clients – Green Buildings and Retrofits - Free Training Program!
Do you know that Canada’s transition to a net-zero economy could create over 560,000 clean economy jobs by 2050, with green building and retrofits playing a major role. (Source: Clean Energy Canada)
If you are passionate about sustainable construction and looking to launch a career in the green jobs sector, this is your opportunity.
The Community Economic Development (CED) Program at OCISO is excited to launch the Intercultural Pan-Canadian Green Buildings and Retrofits Training Project, a 100% funded opportunity to gain in-demand skills and hands-on experience in the growing green building industry.
🌱 What the Program Offers
5-week self-paced online training
Micro-credential training certificate in Green Buildings and Retrofits
Learn: Sustainable building practices, energy analysis, retrofit systems & more
4-week practicum or employment placement
Wrap-around supports: Job search help, childcare, transportation, and more
📅 First cohort starts: September 2, 2025
🎯 Eligibility:
18+ and legally entitled to work in Canada
Canadian Citizen, PR, or Refugee status
Self-identify as: Newcomer, 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous, Woman, Racialized, or Person with disabilities
For more information, please contact the OCISO Ottawa team at: gbrtraining@ociso.org
Register Now: https://pc.freetrainings.ca/
