CWB Centre of Innovation
Driving Innovation and Industry Collaboration in Welding and Joining
Innovation in welding and joining is essential to maintaining competitiveness and productivity.
The CWB Centre of Innovation was created to help industry stay ahead by supporting collaboration, technology adoption, and the development of foundational and future welding skills.
Whether you’re a student, a skilled tradesperson, a technology provider, or an educator, the Centre of Innovation has a spot for you.
The state-of-the-art facility includes:
- A fully-equipped welding and joining shop and CWB-accredited test centre, for practical training, testing and other programs
- A dedicated online exam room supporting welding qualifications, certifications, and other industry credentials
- An Innovation Hub showcasing emerging technologies in welding and manufacturing
- Dedicated space for the Canadian Collision Repair Academy
- Dedicated space for electric vehicle technician training
- Conference rooms to host industry initiatives, events, and collaborative programs
Host Training or an Event
Renting a space at the CWB Centre of Innovation offers organizations a unique opportunity to deliver impactful trainings or host industry or education-focused events in a modern, adaptable environment. Contact us today to learn more about facility rental rates and availability.
Thank You to Our Partners and Supporters
Current and upcoming programming at the CWB Centre of Innovation
Orbital Edge Workforce Accelerator
Advance your welding career with orbital welding training. This three-day training is delivered in partnership with Liburdi Dimetrics and the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, and incorporates hands-on learning with the ORBI GTAW 302 micro-credential.
Structural Steel Inspection Workforce Development Program
The CWB Group, in partnership with the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC), is delivering a foundational micro-credential program tailored to strengthening the capacity of Ontario’s construction workforce. It is being offered both in-person and online.
Building Strong Foundations - WELD Program
Achēv, in partnership with CWB Group, is delivering the Building Strong Foundations – WELD Program, designed to prepare youth (ages 18–29) for successful careers in welding and the skilled trades. If you would like to be an employer partner to provide 8‑week paid job placements for program graduates, visit the link below.
WeldUp: New Heights in Welding Careers
WeldUp is a specialized program, delivered in partnership with Skills For Change, designed to help internationally trained welders upgrade their skills and gain Canadian certification to access competitive employment in Ontario’s welding industry.
National Welder Competency Assessment and Skills Training
NWCAST was a 10-month national initiative to support internationally trained individuals in developing and expanding skills for careers in welding and related fields. The program was funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and is now completed.
Become a Partner
The CWB Centre of Innovation offers partnership opportunities for companies and organizations within the welding community to participate in a variety of industry initiatives including training programs, seminars, showcases, and more. Partnering with the Centre can help increase your brand’s visibility while also supporting innovation and the continued success of the welding industry. For more information about partnering with CWB Group, reach out to: innovation@cwbgroup.org.
This has been funded in part by the Government of Ontario. The Government of Ontario and its agencies are in no way bound by any information shared on this webpage.
