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Welcome to the Tools of the Trade Monthly Toolbox Talk June Edition. These episodes focus on making construction a first choice career path by showcasing the beauty of the industry and asking the tough questions we need the answers to progress.This week's episode features Conor Kehoe, Red Seal Stonemason turned Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator (OYAP). Conor found trades later in life and helped provide him with clarity on his career path while finding something he was truly passionate about. Since then, he has moved on to helping our youth find their passion for skilled trades through OYAP programs in highschools. In this Toolbox Talk we get into the following:Why he decided to transition from the field into educationThe most gratifying part of his jobSpotlight stories of youth of have found their passionThe benefits of authentic skilled trade eventsSome ideas around breaking down the barriers to entry into skilled tradesAnd much, much more...Please enjoy and if you would like to participate, please send an email to colin@toolspodcast.comFor show notes, blog posts and past guests, please visit: www.toolspodcast.comSign up for Colin's newsletter HEREInterested in sponsoring the podcast? Please fill out the form at toolspodcast.com/contactFollow Colin:InstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeThis podcast is presented by The Canadian Apprenticeship ForumThe Canadian Apprenticeship Forum is the Centre of Excellence for Apprenticeship Research and Innovation. A national non-profit organization connecting all members of the apprenticeship community, CAF-FCA advocates for Canada’s world-class apprenticeship system, produces meaningful data to inform strategies and highlights innovation and promising practices in apprenticeship training.For more information visit www.caf-fca.org