What is WoodLINKS?

•  WoodLINKS recruits and certifies high school graduates for work in the wood
    industry. WoodLINKS certification is a nationally recognized standard for entry-level
    employment in the wood industry.
•  High school programs are underway in British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario

Benefits of Being a WoodLINKS Partner

•  "Work Ready" employees - Approximately 200 WoodLINKS students graduate
    each year "work ready" to enter the workforce.
•  Improved bottom line Hiring a WoodLINKS certified graduate could save an
    employer $6,000 - $20,000 in initial training costs alone (report from informal survey
    of Vancouver Island wood manufacturers).
•  Improved recruitment Industry partners have an opportunity to identify potential
    future employees and to get a head start on recruitment.

What WoodLINKS Industry Partners Do

Industry partners work together with educators in local WoodLINKS schools to deliver the WoodLINKS wood products manufacturing program. Industry partnership activities are determined by local needs and include things like:

•  Conducting mill/plant tours
•  Mentoring teachers and/or students
•  Hosting awards ceremonies
•  Donating materials and supplies (trim ends, peeler cores, veneer strips, etc)
•  Donating information materials (posters, videos, etc)
•  Participating in career fairs
•  Offering scholarships or other financial contributions
•  Providing employment and other work experience opportunities
•  Inviting teachers to industry association activities/meetings where appropriate

How Much Time Does It Take?

You determine the amount of time you can contribute. Being a WoodLINKS industry partner is your opportunity to help develop the workforce of the future by becoming involved with students just when they are beginning to make career decisions.

Use the form below if you are interested: