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Building Strong Foundations - 

WELD Program

Become an Employer Partner. Host an 8-week placement and help shape future welding careers

Employer Registration

Submit Employer Information

Eligibilty Criteria

  • Located in Peel, Halton, or the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
  • Employ participants directly for the full 8-week placement duration and complete all required program documentation and check
  • Have not conducted recent layoffs and will not displace existing employees
  • Commit to a safe and respectful workplace
  • Be licensed to operate in Ontario and registered with CRA
  • Pay at least Ontario minimum wage
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (AODA, ESA, Human Rights Code, OHSA, etc.)
  • Ensure all placements are supervised by an experienced welder
  • Provide WSIB coverage or equivalent private workplace safety insurance
  • Maintain adequate third-party liability insurance
  • Ensure placements align with approved trade standards
  • Not receiving another wage subsidy through the province of Ontario

Contact Us

Womiye Ojo, Employer Liaison

Email:  weld@achev.ca

Phone: (416) 557-8463



For more information, please visit the Building Strong Foundations - WELD Employer program page here or send an email to weld@achev.ca.