The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that connects to welding professionals around the world to share their passion and give you the right tips to stay on top of what’s happening in the welding industry. Subscribe, listen, and stay connected to the people who keep the world welded together

Daniel Brand joins us from Australia to share his journey from boilermaker to welding inspector, content creator, and entrepreneur. What started as a backyard aluminium boat build quickly grew into a thriving social media presence and new career opportunities. We discuss apprenticeships in Australia, welding inspection, skilled labour shortages, building a business through content creation, and the future of welding technology.

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026.

Every vehicle is a new challenge waiting to be solved which sparked a lifelong passion for Carter Kokot that led him to WorldSkills Team Canada to compete in Automobile Technology on the world stage. In this episode, Carter discusses the value of critical thinking and problem solving, and the dedication it takes to compete at the highest level. Carter also reflects on his goal of becoming a Red Seal and Lexus Master Technician, while encouraging the next generation to pursue a career in the skilled trades with confidence and determination. 

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There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member 

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L’Association CWB est fière de poursuivre sa collaboration avec Skills/Compétences Canada dans le cadre de cette série spéciale de balados, où nous mettrons en lumière la formation, la passion et le dévouement qui caractérisent le parcours vers Équipe Canada WorldSkills à travers les témoignages des concurrents, des formateurs, des experts et de toutes les personnes impliquées, alors qu’ils se préparent à participer au Mondial des métiers à Shanghai, en Chine, du 22 au 27 septembre 2026.

La passion de Xavier Bélanger pour la construction, la réparation et la résolution de problèmes l’a mené jusqu’à la scène internationale. Dans cet épisode, il explique comment sa curiosité pour les métiers techniques et son désir de relever de nouveaux défis l’ont amené à poursuivre une carrière en réfrigération et climatisation. Il parle également de l’importance de trouver le juste équilibre entre rapidité et précision, des amitiés qu’il a tissées et des expériences qu’il a vécues, tout en expliquant pourquoi il croit que les métiers spécialisés offrent des possibilités infinies à ceux et celles qui sont prêts à se dépasser.
 
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C’est le meilleur moment d’être membre ! L'adhésion à l'Association du CWB est nouvelle, améliorée et centrée sur vous. Nous offrons une adhésion GRATUITE avec une gamme complète d'avantages pour développer votre carrière, rester informé et soutenir l'industrie canadienne du soudage. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member         

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026.

Keegan Sturge is set to represent WorldSkills Team Canada in Electrical Installations at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, he shares how his passion for hands-on work and problem solving sparked a career in the electrical trade, the journey that took him through Skills competitions, and the dedication required to compete on the international stage. Keegan also discusses the value of perseverance, continuous learning, and the pride of wearing the Maple Leaf while inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals. 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada 
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada 
 
There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member 

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026.

From Air Cadets to WorldSkills Team Canada, Benjamin Jamison is preparing to represent our country in Aircraft Maintenance at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, Benjamin shares how his passion for aviation and working with his hands led him to a career as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, his journey through Skills competitions, and what it means to compete on the world stage. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, the lessons he's learned through competition, and why he's committed to inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals.  

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Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial 
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X: https://x.com/skills_canada 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada 
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada 
 
There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member 

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The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that connects to welding professionals around the world to share their passion and give you the right tips to stay on top of what’s happening in the welding industry. Subscribe, listen, and stay connected to the people who keep the world welded together

Every welder has a story, and every lesson learned in the trade comes from solving problems. In this episode, Kevin Roy sits down with Doug Wilson, known as Doug Doug The Welder, to discuss the lessons he's learned over more than 30 years in the trade. From the importance of mentorship and problem-solving to tackling real-world fabrication challenges, Doug shares practical advice on welding techniques, shop culture, and adapting to new technology like Fronius CMT. The conversation also explores the value of investing in quality equipment, creating a positive workplace, and finding pride in both your work and your personal journey.

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L’Association CWB est fière de poursuivre sa collaboration avec Skills/Compétences Canada dans le cadre de cette série spéciale de balados, où nous mettrons en lumière la formation, la passion et le dévouement qui caractérisent le parcours vers Équipe Canada WorldSkills à travers les témoignages des concurrents, des formateurs, des experts et de toutes les personnes impliquées, alors qu’ils se préparent à participer au Mondial des métiers à Shanghai, en Chine, du 22 au 27 septembre 2026.

Pour Logan Poisson, représenter le Canada dans la catégorie « Aménagement paysager » au Mondial des métiers de Shanghai en 2026 est bien plus qu’une simple compétition. C’est un héritage familial. Dans cet épisode, Logan raconte son parcours, depuis ses débuts au sein de l’entreprise familiale d’aménagement paysager à Sherbrooke, au Québec, jusqu’à sa sélection au sein d’Équipe Canada. Il évoque sa passion pour le travail en plein air, la créativité inhérente à l’aménagement paysager et l’enthousiasme que lui procure la préparation à cette compétition internationale. Il est accompagné de son entraîneur et père, Mathieu Poisson, dont le parcours au sein de WorldSkills a débuté en 2011 et qui a notamment encadré plusieurs concurrents en préparation au Mondial des métiers. Ensemble, ils reviennent sur l’expérience unique que représente la préparation à cette compétition en tant qu’équipe père-fils, sur les leçons qu’ils ont apprises l’un de l’autre et sur le rôle que joue le mentorat dans le développement de la prochaine génération de professionnels des métiers spécialisés.
 
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Site Web: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/           
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial     
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/           
X: https://x.com/skills_canada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada         
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada

C’est le meilleur moment d’être membre ! L'adhésion à l'Association du CWB est nouvelle, améliorée et centrée sur vous. Nous offrons une adhésion GRATUITE avec une gamme complète d'avantages pour développer votre carrière, rester informé et soutenir l'industrie canadienne du soudage. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member         

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication, showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China, on September 22-27, 2026.
 
After winning gold at the Skills Canada National Competition 2025 in Regina, Lucas Stang is preparing to represent Canada in Welding at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, Lucas shares how a farmhand job introduced him to welding, what inspired him to pursue the trade as a career, and the journey that took him from the shop floor to the world stage. Joining him is Team Canada Expert Ken Heather, a welder with 47 years of industry experience and more than two decades as a welding instructor. With six WorldSkills competitions as an Expert, Ken offers valuable insight into preparing competitors for international competition and the impact the Skills movement has had on his career.
 
Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:
Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/
X: https://x.com/skills_canada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada         

There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member     

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication, showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China, on September 22-27, 2026.
 
From apprentice to Team Canada, Kylar Bloomberg is preparing to represent Canada in Plumbing & Heating at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, Kylar shares how a passion for hands-on work led him to the skilled trades, his journey through Skills competitions, and what it means to compete on the world stage. Joining him is his trainer, employer, and former WorldSkills competitor, Justin Fisher. Together, they discuss the unique mentor-apprentice relationship they've built, the lessons Justin learned from his own competition experience, and how those insights are helping prepare Kylar for the challenge ahead.
 
Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:
Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/
X: https://x.com/skills_canada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada         

There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member     

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The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication, showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China, on September 22-27, 2026.
 
Canada is returning to the WorldSkills stage in Carpentry for the first time since 2015. In this episode, Team Canada competitor Logan Peters and Expert Paul Bettio discuss Logan's journey from high school Skills competitions in Alberta to representing Canada at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Logan shares how competing has helped shape his career goals and prepare him for the world stage, while Paul reflects on his role as a first-time Team Canada Expert and the importance of developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Together, they offer an inside look at the dedication, preparation, and passion behind Canada's return to the international carpentry competition.

Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:
Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/
X: https://x.com/skills_canada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada         

There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member    

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