Tania-Joy Bartlett is a Master Electrician and heavy equipment operator based in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, with a career marked by dedication, resilience, and leadership in the skilled trades. Over the years, she has championed diversity and equality in the workplace, building inclusive environments where ability and dedication mattered more than gender or background. Her efforts earned her more than 25 community awards, including recognition from local chambers of commerce for advancing diversity in the trades. A passionate volunteer, Tania-Joy is frequently invited to speak at schools, where she encourages the next generation to explore careers in skilled trades. She sees education, self-determination, and continuous training as the foundations of success—principles that she embodies in her own life. Beyond her professional contributions, Tania-Joy enjoys fishing, reading, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. Her story reflects a life lived with hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to opening doors for others.