Immigration program to fast track newcomers with skilled trades training
Canada has launched a category-based selection process for newcomers to Canada that will invite candidates with specific skills training to apply for permanent residency.
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HVAC students race against the clock
Some healthy competition, and the hard work of numerous volunteers, gave students the chance to showcase their HVAC skills at CMPX 2022.
Skills Ontario launches free app
An app from Skills Ontario designed to help students explore skilled trade and technology careers is now available to download.
Women of Inspiration Award includes Skills Ontario director
Jennifer Green, director of competitions and Young Women’s Initiatives at Skills Ontario has been recognized with the Dream Builder Award in the 2021 Women of Inspiration Awards.
Alberta honours new Trades Hall of Fame members
Alberta has announced the 2021 inductees into its Trades Hall of Fame recognizing skilled trades professionals and educators.
ClimateCare Canada partners with Support Ontario Youth
ClimateCare Canada has announced a partnership with Support Ontario Youth (SOY), an organization that assists apprentices and employers in the skilled trades.
The Rosie Mentoring Program opens applications for fall 2021 session
The program is now accepting applications from women working in the trades interested in becoming proteges or mentors.
Study confirms low apprenticeship registrations and impact of COVID
A Statistics Canada report shows how much registration and certifications in the trades has dropped in the last three years, adding to the concern about the shortage of skilled tradespeople in coming years.
CAF-FCA report shows continued high demand for apprentices
The latest labour market report from the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) reveals that demand for apprentices will remain high in coming years, driven by journeypersons leaving the market.