LibGuides: Trades Discovery for Women: Books & eBooks

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Journeywoman: Swinging a Hammer in a Man's World by Kate Braid
PS 853 R2585 Z474 2012

Kate Braid was one of the first qualified women carpenters in British Columbia, the first woman to join the Vancouver local of the Carpenters' Union, the first to teach construction full-time at the BC Institute of Technology and one of the first women to run her own construction company. Told with humour, compassion and courage, this is the true story of a groundbreaking woman finding success in a male-dominated field.
The Bold and the Brave: A History of Women in Science and Engineering by Monique Frize
eBook

This book investigates how women have striven throughout history to gain access to education and careers in science and engineering. It introduces the reader to key concepts and debates that contextualize the obstacles women have faced and continue to face in the fields of science and engineering as well as giving in-depth look at women's participation in science and engineering throughout the twentieth century and the current status of women in science and engineering, which has experienced a decline in recent years.
How Women Can Make It Work: The Science of Success by Eden King and Jennifer Knight
HF 5382.6 K55 2011

This book underscores the need to have change occur at the organizational level so that women and issues confronting women are not marginal but central.
The History and Importance of Skilled Trades in Canada by Skills Canada
HD 5728 H57 2012

Narrated by Mike Holmes, this DVD focuses on the history and importance of skilled trades in Canada, highlighting the important role of skilled tradespeople in building and shaping our country.
Men & Women and Tools: Bridging the Divide by Marcia Braundy
HD 6073 B92 C237 2011

Although there have been many equity initiatives to encourage women to train and work in the trades, Canadian women still represent less than 3 percent of tradesworkers. Why does this disparity continue to exist? In Men & Women and Tools, Marcia Braundy - herself a tradesperson - explores this issue by focusing on male resistance to the inclusion of women in technical work.
High-flying Women: A World History of Female Pilots by Alain Pelletier
TL 553 P45 2012

In the early days of aviation, the decision to become a pilot was not one to be taken lightly. The women who embarked upon this adventurous career had to demonstrate boldness, dedication and patience. This title covers all areas of aviation and traces the careers of female pilots all over the world.

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Building Trades - Canada

Sex Discrimination in Employment - Canada

Sex Role in the Work Environment – Canada

Women Employment - Canada

Women - Vocational Guidance