CWB Association - Kitchener Chapter

🔥 Looking to connect, learn, and have some fun in the world of welding and beyond? 🔥

The Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Association is inviting YOU to come see what we’re all about!

You don’t need to be a welding professional to join — if welding, joining, cutting, or metal manipulation is part of your trade (or even just something you’re curious about), there’s a place for you here. Membership is **free**, and it opens the door to:

✅ Industry insights and up-to-date knowledge
✅ A strong, supportive community
✅ Networking with people you may never otherwise meet
✅ Opportunities for learning, growth, and even some cool perks along the way

We encourage everyone to get involved with a local chapter — and if you're in the area, we’d love to see you at the **Kitchener Chapter**! We also collaborate and connect with groups like the Conestoga College Student Chapter, helping bridge students and industry.

🎉 **Upcoming Event: National Trivia Night**
🗓 Tuesday, March 24
🕘 9:00 PM (Toronto time)

No need to be a welding expert — this event is all about community and fun!
✔️ Participate, connect, and see what we’re about
✔️ Win prizes (including door prizes just for showing up!)
✔️ Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment

👉 Sign up here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cwb-association-national-trivia-night-tickets-1980493471286?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

📍 Connect with the Kitchener Chapter:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2803728/
• Instagram:
• Facebook: CWB Association - Kitchener Chapter
• Email: [email protected]

We’re always looking to build relationships with industry partners too! If you’re open to hosting tours, offering technical talks, or collaborating to connect talent with opportunities — let’s talk.

Our chapters are run by passionate volunteers from across the trades and industries — welders, mechanics, engineers, technologists, and more. It’s a diverse, welcoming network built on shared knowledge and connection.

Come check it out. Get involved. Be part of something bigger.

Hope to see you at Trivia Night! 👏

🚨 Calling all women curious about skilled trades & technology! 🚨

Join us for Ladies Tech Night — an evening designed to introduce, inspire, and connect women interested in hands-on careers, new skills, and opportunities in the trades.

🗓 Saturday, March 7
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Perth County Moto
2980 Forest Rd, Stratford, ON

✨ What to expect:
• Informational session about opportunities in tech & trades
• A welcoming, supportive environment to learn and ask questions
• Networking with others who share your interests
• Refreshments available for purchase

🎟 This is a FREE event, but registration is required:
👉 https://share.google/neCu0UHwVhxsb8U4G

Whether you're exploring a career change, curious about hands-on skills, or simply want to learn more — this night is for you. Bring a friend and come discover what’s possible!

We can’t wait to see you there!

No words can make this better. But perhaps the power of a community to surround these young boys with love and strength can ease the pain. These boys I know will have more than one stand in dad, who will continue their father's legacy of raising them to be strong, resilient, capable community contributors.

Rest easy Justin. Thank you for every ounce of integrity and hard work you put out into this world in the flesh. Please let your energy protect your boys and all your brothers and sisters who walk the dangerous blue collar life.

"A Tragic Loss in Our Marine Community 💔

Last week, the Ontario Shipyards family—and all of us—lost one of our own. Justin Smith, just 29 years old, was a welding supervisor and a proud marine worker in Hamilton and Port Wellar. He was also a single Dad doing everything he could to build a future for his two beautiful, young boys, Jaxon and Jacob.

In the wake of this unimaginable loss, a GoFundMe trust fund has been set up to support his children. Justin was a hardworking tradesman, a dedicated father and son/grandson, and a proud Ship Ju**ie.

If you can spare even a few dollars, please consider donating. On a platform this large, small acts of generosity can make a powerful impact. I know how many kind and caring parents, industry professionals, and human hearts are here—and how many of you would do the same if this were your friend, your coworker, or your son.

Please give what you can, share the link, and help keep Justin’s dreams for his boys alive. ❤️

If other groups share this post, we can stand together as a community with one solid goal - to provide a future for 2 boys who are facing an incredibly difficult time. People who worked with him have shared such kind words about him in private, please share photos and words in this post if you feel comfortable." Holly Bonney Brookman

Donate to Support Jaxon & Jacob Smith, who tragically lost their Dad, organized by TRICIA DICKIE This has been an incredibly heartbreaking time. On … TRICIA DICKIE needs your support for Support Jaxon & Jacob Smith, who tragically lost their Dad

What a fantastic event!

🌟 A huge thank you to , for hosting an incredible FAM (Fronius Additive Manufacturing) presentation and demo at their Canadian headquarters! 🙏✨

The CWBA - Kitchener Chapter is beyond grateful for the opportunity to partner with such a leading force in innovation, bringing together community, industry, and cutting-edge technology. 🚀

Your professionalism is top-notch, and the way you communicated complex technical concepts through clear and accessible language made it easy for everyone in the audience to grasp the potential of this amazing technology. 👏💡

We're absolutely grateful for the knowledge shared and the chance to collaborate with you. It was a true pleasure working together, and we’re already looking forward to our next collaboration! 🙌

Cheers to the hard-working engineering, technology and trades teams out there bringing all of this leading edge technology into only just the beginning of its potential.

Keep up the hard work, we see and appreciate you.



Jackie .jemz & CWBA-KIT Co-chair.

Hey welding friends you should join the Canadian Welding Bureau Association if you aren't already a member. Pick a chapter near you. Send them an email and get on their chapter email list. You'll be accessing amazing events such as described above.

Membership | CWB Group https://share.google/PnN3QbXoeTGVeUTUN

🔥 Ladies Tech Night at Perth County Moto! 🔧
Hey ladies! Are you curious about the exciting opportunities the welding and trades industry has to offer? Join us on November 8th at 6:00 PM at Perth County Moto for an inspiring Introduction to Tech Talk featuring three amazing women working in trades, technology, and engineering.

Come connect, learn, and explore new career pathways in a supportive and empowering environment. Don’t miss this chance to spark your interest in the world of welding and beyond!

Sign up @
Events – Perth County Moto https://share.google/L86fLRO5iKLEfHMOx

Very excited for this one, hope to see you there...

The Kitchener Chapter is excited to share an upcoming event that will be happening out of the Fronius headquarters in Mississauga on Wednesday November 12, 2025 at 6:30PM (EDT).

If you're interested in learning about WAAM and what Fronius Canada is bringing to the additive manufacturing world, join us for an evening of learning and networking.

Limited space available, first come first serve.

Register Now: https://ow.ly/PlGQ50X93Uq

CWB Association - Kitchener Chapter

Are you looking to meet people in the Welding Industry?

It is never too early to start building your network.

Connect with people in the local area working, schooling, and supporting welding trades, technology, and engineering.

This year, we are hosting outside at Four Fathers Brewing Co. Disc Golf Course.

Get ready for a night filled with fun, games, and of course, amazing community. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone at this event.

Date: September 27th 2025
Time: 19:00-22:00
Location: Four Fathers Disc Golf Course
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You are more than welcome to park at the brewery and walk across the tracks to the course QR or link above. QR or link above.

or accessible parking at the disc golf course, please enter through the dive at the pin through the round scan me QR code or link below. https://maps.app.goo.gl/qxrFfPtpm47SHRuS9

Let's GLOW….
Highlights of the Event:

- GLOWIE, Glow-in-the-Dark Disc Golf Experience.

- Networking Opportunities with the welding community.

All welcome, this event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and make lasting connections. Don’t worry if you don’t know anyone; come as you are, and let’s create a welcoming environment together!

Tickets:

RSVP/Please confirm your attendance by accessing a ticket through Eventbrite.

For more details and to secure your spot, visit our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/arc-in-the-dark-20-tickets-1305390551279?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thank you for joining us for an evening where community spirit Sparks Connection…

CWBA- Kitchener Chapter Executive

Arc In The Dark 2.0 Join us for the 2nd annual Arc in the Dark experience. A network event designed to bring together the Canadian Welding Bureau Association -

Arc In The Dark 2.0

Come join us for the second annual Arc In The Dark experience!
This year, we're hosting outside at Four Fathers Brewing Co. Disc Golf Course Get ready for a night filled with fun, games, and of course, amazing community. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone at this event. So grab your friends, mark your calendars, and get ready to have a blast at Arc In The Dark 2.0!

A network event designed to bring together the Canadian Welding Bureau Association - Kitchener Chapter community members, newcomers & friends! Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the community, everyone is welcome to join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, fun, and glow-in-the-dark disc golf, GLOWIE excitement.

Date: September 27th 2025
Time: 19:00-22:00
Location: Four Fathers Disc Golf Course
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Last year’s event was a fantastic success, filled with laughter, friendly competition, and a sense of community. Our goal is to connect all sectors of the welding industry, highlighting the incredible individuals who literally build and maintain the world around us.
Don’t miss out on the chance to meet new faces, reconnect with friends, and enjoy an electrifying atmosphere as we play a unique round of disc golf under the stars.
Lets GLOW….
Highlights of the Event:
- GLOWIE, Glow-in-the-Dark Disc Golf Experience.
- Networking Opportunities with the welding community.
- Refreshments and snacks available by donation if you choose & can. We want to build accessible events and shine the amazing people this community is built by.

All welcome, this event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and make lasting connections. Don’t worry if you don’t know anyone; come as you are, and let’s create a welcoming environment together!
Tickets:
RSVP/Please confirm your attendance by accessing a ticket through Eventbrite.

Spots are categorized as follows;
-Bringing your own disc
-Purchasing a Collectors 2024 Weld Symbol Disc the night of.
($20 Cash or E-Transfer, 22 available).
-Borrow a disc (Limited)

For more details and to secure your spot, visit our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/arc-in-the-dark-20-tickets-1305390551279?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thank you for joining us for an evening where community spirit Sparks Connection…
We can’t wait to see you there!

CWBA- Kitchener Chapter

Hi all, I commented this on a post and felt it was valuable to share across the board.

The post was pertaining to welders being laid off during this slow time because of the economy, tariffs all the different things that are slowing industry down right now... This may not be for everyone. Whether you go into engineering technology or go back to welding the tangible, it will expand your knowledge and ability to produce quality. Learning more process applications and controls can only make you better. AND Why not spend some down time enhancing your skills.

Original comment below.

Time to expand your skills... I highly recommend the 3-year welding engineering technology programs at Conestoga College. With whatever training you have you might be able to get exempt from first year with your experience. Don't quote me but the best part about the 3-year technology programs are that your skill in the welding industry expands vastly from the working directly with an engineer as a technologist to being the engineer in your job title. Or being a weld supervisor, Inspector, foreman, lead hand, sales, r&d, so many opportunities. People coming out of these programs are being scooped up before the classes are finished and getting work. They have the ability and skill to be the people welding but they also have pretty much everything else in between the tangible application to the design and engineering. I've even heard of some people finding funding that can cover some of the costs if not all for the programs. Everyone is unique and would have to go and start digging into find their paths.

Added➡️This type of training enhancement can help put you anywhere you want to be in industry. Pretty much give you the ability to apply for almost any welding career job out there.

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