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Trades Shortage Case Study - Jim Li
13/11/2025Jim Li is a general contractor from Toronto, Ontario. He currently runs his business, Porch Light Reno Inc, which serves the Greater Toronto Area.
Trades Shortage Case Study - Steve Youdowitch
13/11/2025Steve Youdowitch is a heating technician from Mississauga, Ontario. He’s been running his business, Air In Motion Heating + Cooling, for 13 years.
Skill Shortage in Canada
15/10/2025It’s no secret that the Canada is suffering with a skills trade shortage. The country needs many new tradespeople to enter the industry over the next decade, but new recruits into trades continue to drop. Careers within the skilled trades offer a variety of opportunities and benefits for the person choosing it as their vocation - and yet it still appears to be lower on the list of job aspirations for school leavers.
Trades Shortage in Canada - March 2025 Study
15/10/2025Research shows that millions of Canadians have trouble finding a contractor - as a third admit having to cancel job plans due to scarcity
Trades Shortage in Canada - October 2025 Study
15/10/2025A new hope is revealed for the Canadian skilled trades, as brand new research shows a rise in its popularity as a career choice as the threat of AI concerns workers and 32 per cent report career dissatisfaction
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The Numbers Behind The Star Reviewers Prize Draw
14/01/2025October brought a whirlwind of excitement at HomeStars, as we unveiled our Star Reviewers Program alongside a monthly prize draw that promises exciting rewards for active participants. With incredible prizes like the Kitchenaid Artisan Stand Mixer, Vitamix Blender, and Dyson Vacuum up for grabs, the competition was fierce as users vied for their chance to win. Dive into this article to uncover the fascinating numbers behind our inaugural draw and learn how you too can get involved in the next big win!
True Story of a Countertop Installation Journey
14/01/2025Check out our latest True Story video, where Michael and his wife share the highs and lows of their countertop installation mishap. Follow their journey as they navigate this unexpected twist in their dream kitchen renovation!
Custom Cabinets Vs Ikea Cabinets
14/01/2025Both custom and Ikea cabinets come with their advantages and disadvantages but one is not necessarily better than the other. Here's how to decide.
Easy Air Conditioning Maintenance
14/01/2025The last thing you want on a hot summer day is for your air conditioning to stop working. A little bit of maintenance will go a long way to keep your house cool this summer. Follow these easy tips to keep your A/C working in tip-top shape!