EXTRAORDINARY EMPLOYER AWARD
The Office to Advance Women Apprentices NL is proud to present the Extraordinary Employer Award, celebrating employers in Newfoundland and Labrador who demonstrate outstanding leadership in creating meaningful opportunities for women in skilled trades.
As a support organization, we have been fortunate to work with many employers who champion women’s advancement in the trades. Their commitment is reflected in workplaces that are safer, more inclusive, and more welcoming—environments where tradeswomen can thrive. By recognizing these exceptional employers, we hope to inspire others to learn from their example and continue building a stronger, more equitable skilled trades community.
Nominations:
Tradeswomen submitting a nomination are asked to include a short written statement describing how the employer demonstrates exceptional support for tradeswomen and contributes to their success.
Who Can Be Nominated?
Newfoundland and Labrador employers who support apprenticeship, actively promote opportunities for women in underrepresented skilled trades, and demonstrate a commitment to creating inclusive, welcoming, and equitable workplaces where all employees can thrive
Who Can Nominate?
Tradeswomen who are current or former employees of the nominated employer.
Things to remember:
- This award will be given based on information provided in this application only
- Previous winners are not eligible to be nominated for the 2026 award
- Incomplete or late applications cannot not be accepted
- The winning essay will be read at our award ceremony on January 29th, 2026 at the Johnson Geo Centre in St. John’s
- The winner will be selected by a panel of judges independent of the Office to Advance Women Apprentices