I am from originally from Swan River Nation, but as a young teenager my mom switched my band to Samson Cree Nation. As a child I was always athletic and played basketball, volleyball, badminton, and others as the years went by. I had a good […]
When I had realized I was starting to go through the path of drinking everyday, suffering from depression and anxiety, that’s when I was at a crossroads in my life. When a family member who had recently finished the Trade Winds carpentry program, I had […]
My name is Lisa Fitzsimmons and I am Métis of the Métis Nation of Alberta. I found out about Trade Winds from Rupersland Institute when I was inquiring about what programs where available to get me employed. I was really excited and motivated to enroll […]
Tansi, my name is Agathe-Mae Steinhauer. I am from Saddle Lake Cree Nation Alberta and have a daughter whom I raise on my own. I grew up in Edmonton, Alberta, and I didn’t really have the best upbringing due to the fact that both of […]
My name is Ladaria Scott, from the Kinistin Saulteaux Nation in Saskatchewan under the Treaty Four territory. I am 27 years old and became independent at a young age who bounced between Saskatchewan and Alberta as I grew. I now live in Edmonton, Alberta working […]
I am North Slave Dene, born and raised in Inuvik, Northwest Territories. I moved to Edmonton in September 2018 to try and build a different life. I wasn’t happy with the one I had in Inuvik. Unfortunately, I gave into my past trauma and became […]
January 29, 2025 Edmonton, AB A momentous step forward was taken in the advancement of the Indigenous workforce as Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, Steven MacKinnon, officially announced an investment of $5 million over five years for Trade Winds to Success’ Residential Construction […]
Somerville’s Commitment to Career Development for Indigenous Apprentices Since 2020, Robert B. Somerville established the Somerville Indigenous Trades Apprentice Award in partnership with Trade Winds to Success to demonstrate their dedication to improving the ability of Indigenous employment candidates to pursue a meaningful and sustainable […]
Edmonton, Alberta – December 6, 2024 The continued success of Trade Winds to Success is driven by partnerships that result in a comprehensive training and support system for its students. On December 6th, the Government of Alberta announced their pivotal partnership with Trade Winds through […]
In 2019, Lonnie Machatis, a member of Cold Lake First Nation, found himself at a crossroads. After spending years working in the oil fields as a Rig Technician, he felt the pull to shift gears and pursue a new career path. His sights were set […]
