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H2H Canada places eight veterans with Ontario construction career opportunities in October

Ontario construction News staff writer

Helmets to Hardhats Canada reports that eight Ontario military veterans were placed with construction career opportunities, most with trade unions, in October.

The organization’s monthly “stat report” shows that 894 Ontario vets have been referred to various local unions, about half of the 1,621 total

In October, the program registered 31 veterans and six approved employers.

Overall the program has placed more than 1,000 veterans and dependants, at an average age of 34.

The organization’s h2h.ca site reported 1,333 website visitors and 7,545 pages view

Mark Buckshon
Mark Buckshon
Mark Buckshon founded the precursor business behind Ontario Construction News in 1989. Earlier, he worked as a journalist and sub-editor, including a stint on the Bulawayo Chronicle in 1979-80, during the transition from Rhodesia to Zimbabwe.  He has lived in Ottawa since 1981. While most publishers achieve their role through a sales/business development career, Mark developed his business skills after succeeding as a journalist, and he continues to enjoy actively writing, editing and contributing to the publication. Mark can be reached at buckshon@ontarioconstructionnews.com
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