BOLT (Building Opportunities for Life Today) was launched by Tridel in 2009 to provide awareness, learning opportunities and to introduce youth associated with The Children's Aid Society of Toronto, to the construction industry. It was established as a charitable foundation in 2013 and has since expanded to reach under resourced youth from across the Greater Toronto Area.
BOLT provides access to education, training and employment in construction. BOLT offers a day of discovery and a job shadow opportunity for under resourced youth ages 17-29 to observe the trades and experience the construction work culture. Apprenticeships and placements in the construction skilled trades are supported by BOLT, through a partnership with the Hammer Heads program in Toronto. BMO proudly is a longtime supporter of the BOLT Charitable Foundation and the Hammer Heads program.
BOLT Charitable Foundation aligns with BMO's purpose and commitment to being an agent of change during the affordable housing crisis. Watch the video above to learn more.