Career Change, Home renovation: School recommendations -Ontario
Hi All, im in corporate looking to change into home renovation/general carpentry. Im in Ontario, Pickering. I have a little knowledge working as a helper with my dad for a little over 10 years as hes a home renovator. Im looking to streamline his knowledge as hes old school and I want to learn the current school knowledge how its taught in school.
My situation. I work 7-4pm 5 days a week in corporate. Im looking to get my school done first if possible. Current options im only finding are 3 weeks schooling from Skilled Trades College and York Construction Academy. Other options are full time in Durham, Humber and George Brown.
I still need to pay the bills hence im hesitant to go full time schooling. I know trades has slow times so I already know. Im just looking for advice on people who've gone to those schools or similar schooling for any insight.
Thanks all!
Posted Mar 2, 2026, 4:08 PM UTC