Library Learning Commons: Carpentry: Recommended Websites

Using Trades Math by BuildForce
This material was developed by BuildForce Canada to promote Essential Skills within the construction industry and among youth considering careers in construction.
Introduction to Hand Tools
Learn the specific role of each tool, how to properly use it, and the important safety and maintenance issues related to each tool.

WorkSafeNB: Residential Construction
WorkSafeNB has increased education and compliance efforts in the residential construction sector.
Red Seal
Sets common standards to assess the skills of tradespeople across Canada.
Canadian Labour Congress
The national voice of the labour movement.
Canada Green Building Council
The mission of the CaGBC is to lead and accelerate the transformation to high-performing, healthy green buildings, homes and communities throughout Canada.
WoodWeb
Knowledge base, resources and forums for the woodworking industry.
This Old House Online
Like its television counterpart, this website is a valuable source of information for the home renovator.

Canadian Standards Association
Serving business, industry, government and consumers in Canada.
Canadian Homebuilders' Association
"the voice of Canada's residential construction industry"
Canadian Wood Council
A good source of information about the benefits of building with wood.

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