Building skills, affordable homes, and communities
Building skills, affordable homes, and communities
The Reframe program in partnership with Community Builders
Around here, we’re passionate about supporting our community
Transcript of video showcasing Meridian’s Reframe program and the impact it’s had on students in skilled trades.
Making a difference, together with our trusted partners
Community Builders
Community Builders is a not-for-profit residential construction company serving Simcoe County and Greater Sudbury. They offer people facing barriers to employment paid, hands-on learning opportunities in construction. Their training program gives community members foundational knowledge that will support them as they start a meaningful career in the trades.
Building Up
Building Up is Canada’s largest non-profit construction social enterprise. By leveraging construction contracts and a comprehensive pre-apprenticeship program, Building Up provides both in-class training and hands-on experience for community members with barriers who are ready to launch meaningful careers in the trades.
Lifting communities, one skilled worker at a time
$500,000 invested
Helping individuals facing economic barriers to join the skilled trade workforce.
In-depth training
Program trainees receive 12 weeks of skilled trades training and 12 months of one-on-one financial confidence coaching.
More than 50 trained tradespeople
Helping to offset Ontario’s workforce shortage in the skilled trades.
87% employment rate
87% of program graduates have found related employment.
How Reframe connects with our strategy
“Reframe is part of Meridian’s broader strategy, “Meridian for Good”, which aims to help people access the money and advice they need, plan for a better future, and be financially confident.”
Around here, banking is different
At Meridian, we’re proud to invest in the communities we serve. We are an inclusive, people-focused financial partner, committed to helping our Members build financial confidence and achieve their best lives.