Adam brings a passion for the HVAC trade and a strong commitment to helping the next generation of professionals succeed. 

The new children’s book inspired by NIBCO’s Plumbing Discovery House encourages early trades education and celebrates opportunities for the next generation.

The partnership brings industry-leading tools and technology to immersive career experiences, inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

The award, sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem, was presented recently during PHCC CONNECT 2026 in Milwaukee.

The first classes begin Nov. 30, offering hands-on HVAC, plumbing and electrical training to prepare students for careers in high-demand skilled trades.

Wolseley Canada is proud to support the next generation of skilled trades professionals through an investment in skilled trades education across Western Canada.  

Students can apply for $1,000 tuition awards from Nov. 1-Dec. 31.

High school students have long been told that the clearest path to a rewarding career is to head to college and graduate with a four-year degree. While higher education still matters to many graduates, today’s labor market is challenging the idea that there is only one path.

Evin Jarrett doesn’t wait to talk up the skilled trades with high schoolers. No, he’s got fourth-graders soldering pipe inside his classroom at Mayfair Elementary, Philadelphia’s second-largest elementary school.

For Maria Arcieri, a challenge from a high school classmate was all it took to change her career path from cosmetology to automotive technology.