Andrea, a foreman and union steward at O'Connor Electric, talks to the media in Kitchener, Ont., on Sept. 2, 2026.

Trades gave her a career. This electrician wants more women to see the same path

by Todd Humber September 2, 2026

written by Todd Humber September 2, 2026

Andrea started her electrical apprenticeship in Hamilton in 2016 wanting the same things most people want from a trade: steady pay, benefits,…

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Trades gave her a career. This electrician wants more women to see the same path

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