Call for Sponsors: Ontario Apprenticeship Summit 2026

July 3, 2026

Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce the return of its third annual Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, taking place November 4, 2026, at the Toronto Congress Centre.

Centered on this year’s theme, “Advancing Trades. Accelerating Tomorrow.”, the Summit will bring together leaders, partners, and champions from across Ontario’s apprenticeship and skilled trades ecosystem for a dynamic day of connection, collaboration, and innovative conversation.

With more than 300 industry leaders, employers, educators, apprentices, and key stakeholders expected to attend, the Summit presents a unique platform for organizations to strengthen relationships, showcase their leadership, and elevate their presence within the skilled trades sector.

Call for Sponsorship

STO is inviting organizations to partner in delivering this flagship event through a range of exclusive sponsorship opportunities.

Designed to align with a variety of organizational objectives, each sponsorship tier provides meaningful opportunities for brand visibility, engagement, and recognition before, during, and after the event. From prominent onsite branding to digital and promotional exposure, sponsors will play a key role in supporting the advancement of Ontario’s skilled trades community.

“The Ontario Apprenticeship Summit has become an important platform for our sector to come together, exchange ideas and chart a path forward,” said Candice White, CEO of Skilled Trades Ontario. “We are proud to work alongside partners who are committed to advancing opportunities in the skilled trades.”

Event Sponsorship Opportunities

A limited number of sponsorships are available, with each opportunity reserved for one organization to ensure maximum visibility and exclusivity.

Title Sponsor | $30,000

• Recognition as exclusive sponsor of the 2026 Ontario Apprenticeship Summit
• Company logo on summit promotional materials to include website, digital marketing and social marketing materials pre, during and post event
• Company logo on all participant communications and e-blasts
• Company logo on signage onsite and displays
• Company logo on tables
• Company logo on sponsor reel
• Complimentary admissions

Registration Sponsor | $15,000

• Company logo on summit promotional materials to include website, digital marketing and social marketing materials pre, during and post event
• Company logo on all participant name badges
• Company logo on registration signage
• Company logo on registration website and sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on sponsor reel
• Complimentary admissions

Lunch Sponsor | $15,000 

• Company logo on summit promotional materials to include website, digital marketing and social marketing materials pre, during and post event
• Company logo on Lunch buffet(s)
• Company logo on Lunch Signage
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on main screen throughout networking lunch
• Complimentary admissions

Breakfast Sponsor | $12,500

• Company logo on summit promotional materials to include website, digital marketing and social marketing materials pre, during and post event
• Company logo on Breakfast buffet(s)
• Company logo on Breakfast Signage
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on main screen throughout networking breakfast
• Complimentary admissions

Keynote Speaker Sponsor | $10,000

• Company logo on summit promotional materials to include website, digital marketing and social marketing materials pre, during and post event
• Company logo on introduction slide for keynote speaker
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on sponsor reel
• Complimentary admissions

Outstanding Apprentice Awards Sponsor | $5,000

• Company logo on main screen throughout the presentation of four Outstanding Apprentice awards
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on sponsor reel
• Complimentary admissions

Gifting Sponsor | $5,000

• Company logo on Gift Distribution Signage
• Company logo on Gift Notecard
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on sponsor reel
• Complimentary admissions

Networking | Wellness Break Sponsor | $2,500

• Company logo at refreshments during networking break
• Company logo on sponsorship recognition page
• Company logo on Networking Break Signage
• Company logo on main screen during the networking break
• Complimentary admissions

How to Participate

Organizations interested in securing a sponsorship are encouraged to apply before September 25, 2026.

To express interest, please contact the Skilled Trades Ontario Event Concierge at info@stosummit.ca and include:

• Name of Organization
• Nature/Type of Organization
• Name of Contact Person
• Contact Information (Phone and Email)
• Sponsorship Opportunity of Interest

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