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Co-op Placements at Stevenson

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Information for Teachers, Parents and Students about co-op placement opportunities with Stevenson.

At Stevenson we have participated co-op placements for local students for over over 20 years and welcome and encourage students with mechanical aptitude to consider co-op placement in the trades.

To all students, teachers, and parents, we wish to extend a warm welcome to students looking to explore career options in the trades. At Stevenson, we are fortunate to be able to offer exposure to 3 distinct trades, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.

Our experience with many of our highest performing team leaders points to the conclusion that many graduating high school students are very well suited to begin a successful and rewarding career path in the skilled trades.

Some of our best and longest standing tradespeople have began their careers in the trades with high school co-op placements which have lead to paid apprenticeships following graduation. 

We are currently hosting students that are participating in the OYAP program and have hosted many who are Specialist-High-Skills -Majors. 

In an effort to help bolster the future of the trades in Muskoka while supporting our local community, Stevenson Plumbing, Heating, and Electric is always looking for ways to foster a stronger a longstanding relationship with Local High Schools for co-op and dual-credit co-op placements.

Learn more about the Trillium Lakeland District School Board Programs, such as Cooperative Education, Dual Credits, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program and more.

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“Some of our best and longest standing tradespeople have began their careers in the trades with high school co-op placements”

Other areas in which we are glad to extend our support:

The ideas below represent just a few of the ways in which we are glad to support student and High School co-op and trades related initiatives.
  • Co-op and dual-credit co-op placements
  • Journeyman trades people visiting High School classroom settings to discuss trade fundamentals: ie. wiring a switch, plumbing a sink
  • Classroom/shop materials supply donations
  • Skilled Trades competition sponsorship
  • Trades program scholarships and bursaries
  • Participation in school Job Fairs
  • Employer breakfasts and career talks
  • Yearbook sponsorships

YOUR CHOICE, YOUR FUTURE: BY THE NUMBERS

Statistics brought to you by OYAP through Statistics Canada, College of Trades, and the Canadian Federation of Students – Ontario.

University

College

Apprenticeship

Average Cost/Year

$7,500

Average OSAP Loan/Year

$5,500

Average Cost/Year

$4,500

Average OSAP Loan/Year

$6,500

Average Cost/Year

$400-600

Average Tool Loan

$800
3-5 Years1-3 Years2-5 Years
100% in classroom70% in classroom 30% co-op80% on job training 20% in classroom

Student/Mentor Ratio

85:1

Student/Mentor Ratio

40:1

Student/Mentor Ratio

1:1
Undergraduate DegreeDiploma CertificateCertificate of Apprenticeship Certificate of Qualification Red Seal

Graduates with Jobs in Related Field

72%

Graduates with Jobs in Related Field

83%

Graduates with Jobs in Related Field

100% (Employed while training!*)

Average Student Debt

-$37,000

Average Student Debt

-$25,000

Average Student Debt

$0 (+ up to $5,500 in grants upon graduation)

* EARN WHILE YOU LEARN! Receive 40-80% salary of a
Journeyperson while in an apprenticeship.

Interested in a high school co-op placement for yourself, your student or your child?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this matter in detail, please feel free to reach out. We would truly welcome the opportunity to talk with you. Thank you for considering a co-op placement with Stevenson! (705) 687‑4994 • [email protected]

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