Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) Canada is a registered non-profit organization that has been providing second career opportunities within Canada's Building Trade Unions to the military-affiliated community for over a decade. We ensure the military community is connected to careers with the best industry wages, benefits and pension plans. At the same time, Canada's Unions and employers receive highly motivated, trained and dedicated employees to add to their workforce. H2H is recognized as a leading service provider by the Government of Ontario, the Canadian Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Canada.
Phone: (613) 238-2300
Toll-free: (855) 238-9707
Address:
300-72 Chamberlain Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1S 1V9
Hours of Operation: 1000 - 1700h EST
For inquiries about the program:
(Please include your name and contact)
General Email
For inquiries on your H2H account, 404 equivalencies, or contacting your assigned career advisor:
Support Email
The mission of Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) is to support Veterans, reservists, senior cadets and military family members in finding a meaningful second career in the unionized construction industry. H2H builds civilian careers for the military community by simplifying and expediting the process for Veterans to continue serving their communities, this time, through the skilled trades and apprenticeship opportunities.
The vision for Helmets to Hardhats is to transition as many Veterans, reservists, senior cadets and family members into successful second careers in the unionized construction industry, while simultaneously filling Canada’s labour market shortages. We envision Canada’s Veterans continuing to contribute to our growing communities across the country.
National Executive Director
Assistant Executive Director
Ontario & Quebec Representative
Atlantic Canada Representative
Operations Officer
Creative Lead/Multimedia developer
National Director of Training and Development
Veteran Outreach Specialist
Veteran Outreach Specialist
Veteran Outreach Specialist
Veteran Outreach Specialist
I’m incredibly proud to take on the role of Chair of the Board of Directors for Helmets to Hardhats Canada. This organization represents the very best of what our industry can offer: real opportunity, meaningful careers, and a chance to give back to those who’ve already given so much to our country.
Helmets to Hardhats connects Veterans, reservists, and military family members with life-changing pathways into the skilled trades. These individuals bring unmatched work ethic, discipline, and leadership – qualities that strengthen our job sites, our unions, and the construction industry as a whole.
The opportunities ahead within the unionized skilled trades are enormous. As we face growing demands for infrastructure and a changing workforce, Helmets to Hardhats plays a vital role in building a stronger, more resilient construction sector across Canada. By helping people transition to civilian life with good-paying union jobs, we are investing in the future of our industry and ensuring we can meet the growing building needs of our nation.
I want to thank Alex Loula for his outstanding leadership as outgoing Chair. His contributions have laid a strong foundation for continued success, and I look forward to working with our partners across the country to expand the reach and impact of this tremendous program.
Thank you to James Hogarth, the executive board, and the entire team at Helmets to Hardhats for putting their faith in me to help guide them forward. Together, we can continue to build careers, strengthen communities, and grow an industry we can all be proud of.
We accept cheques payable to "Helmets to Hardhats Canada".
Please contact the H2H administrator at
1-855-238-9707
or at
contactus@helmetstohardhats.ca
for Interac e-Transfer details.