ONTARIO – Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce the return of its third annual Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, taking place November 4, 2026, at the Toronto Congress Centre.
Centered on this year’s theme, “Advancing Trades. Accelerating Tomorrow.”, the Summit will bring together leaders, partners, and champions from across Ontario’s apprenticeship and skilled trades ecosystem for a dynamic day of connection, collaboration, and innovative conversation.
With more than 300 industry leaders, employers, educators, apprentices, and key stakeholders expected to attend, the Summit presents a unique platform for organizations to strengthen relationships, showcase their leadership, and elevate their presence within the skilled trades sector.
Call for Sponsorship
STO is inviting organizations to partner in delivering this flagship event through a range of exclusive sponsorship opportunities.
Designed to align with a variety of organizational objectives, each sponsorship tier provides meaningful opportunities for brand visibility, engagement, and recognition before, during, and after the event. From prominent onsite branding to digital and promotional exposure, sponsors will play a key role in supporting the advancement of Ontario’s skilled trades community.
“The Ontario Apprenticeship Summit has become an important platform for our sector to come together, exchange ideas and chart a path forward,” said Candice White, CEO of Skilled Trades Ontario. “We are proud to work alongside partners who are committed to advancing opportunities in the skilled trades.”
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
A limited number of sponsorships are available, with each opportunity reserved for one organization to ensure maximum visibility and exclusivity.
Title Sponsor | $30,000
Registration Sponsor | $15,000
Lunch Sponsor | $15,000
Breakfast Sponsor | $12,500
Keynote Speaker Sponsor | $10,000
Outstanding Apprentice Awards Sponsor | $5,000
Gifting Sponsor | $5,000
Networking | Wellness Break Sponsor | $2,500
How to Participate
Organizations interested in securing a sponsorship are encouraged to apply before September 25, 2026.
To express interest, please contact the Skilled Trades Ontario Event Concierge at info@stosummit.ca and include:
About Skilled Trades Ontario
Skilled Trades Ontario is an agency of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development responsible for apprenticeship and skilled trades certification in Ontario. Skilled Trades Ontario is dedicated to simplifying access to services for skilled trades professionals, promoting the skilled trades as a career of choice and addressing the labour shortage in the skilled trades, in partnership with government and industry.
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