The OBCA membership service is a powerful connector for employers and contractors, providing a trusted hub where jobs are created, partnerships are formed, and projects are completed successfully. Through networking, advocacy, and professional support, OBCA is dedicated to building a more inclusive, prosperous construction industry for all its members.

Ready to Launch Summer Academy 🚀 brings together aspiring and established Black contractors for focused learning, real conversations, and practical tools to grow in Ontario’s construction industry.Share a few details below to reserve your spot. Your registration helps OBCA match you with the right sessions, employers, and peers so you leave with clear next steps, stronger connections 🤝, and skills you can put to work right away.Presented by OBCA • EMA • NLCSpots are filling FAST for one of the most exciting hands-on summer programs for Grade 9–12 students interested in exploring careers in the Skilled Trades & Manufacturing industries!📍 Ontario, Canada📅 July – August 2026🕘 Multiple 1-Week Cohorts AvailableStudents will gain REAL-WORLD exposure, mentorship, career training, leadership development, and hands-on experience in areas including:✅ Masonry✅ Carpentry✅ Electrical✅ Plumbing✅ Welding & Fabrication✅ Manufacturing✅ Logistics & Warehousing✅ Entrepreneurship in the Trades✅ Workplace Readiness & Safety💥 PROGRAM FEATURES INCLUDE:✔️ Hands-On Learning✔️ Industry Mentorship✔️ Career Exploration✔️ Financial Literacy✔️ Mental Health & Wellness Supports✔️ Entrepreneurship Opportunities✔️ Team Building & Leadership Development👷🏾‍♂️👷🏼‍♀️ Whether students are planning for college, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, or direct employment pathways, this academy helps BUILD CONFIDENCE, SKILLS, and FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES.📣 Parents, schools, community organizations, churches, youth programs, and agencies are encouraged to share this opportunity with youth and families across the GTA and beyond.⚠️ LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE — FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!📞 CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION:☎️ 416-452-3515📩 Registration & Partnership Inquiries:[email protected]🔥 BUILD TODAY. LAUNCH TOMORROW. 🔥#SkilledTrades #Manufacturing #YouthPrograms #SummerCamp #TradesTraining #OntarioYouth #ConstructionCareers #Apprenticeship #OBCA #EMA #NLC #FutureBuilders #CareerDevelopment #TorontoYouth #HandsOnLearning #SummerAcademy2026Thank you for your interest in the Summer Skilled Trades & Manufacturing Academy 2026 for Grade 9–12 students.This hands-on summer program introduces youth to careers in skilled trades, construction, manufacturing, safety training, leadership, and entrepreneurship.Please complete all sections of this registration form. A parent/guardian must complete and approve this application for students under 18 years old.https://forms.gle/NB7QasTf92YR7w6v7