Minister's Message

Premier Gary Doer announced the appointment of Scott Smith as Minister of Competitiveness, Training and Trade on September 21, 2006.

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Welcome to the new website for Manitoba Competitiveness, Training and Trade. We are committed to supporting and growing Manitoba’s business climate, meeting provincial labour demands with highly skilled workers and expanding our trade relations around the globe.

We have designed this website to provide you with easy access to information about the numerous programs, services and opportunities available to new and developing businesses and industries across Manitoba. It also provides a wealth of information on apprenticeships, employment and training opportunities, mentorship programs, venture capital, investment and trade programs, plus business and farm programs for new immigrants to Canada.

The Canada Manitoba Business Service Centre has an exceptional store of valuable information for new and established, large and small business owners.

Along with information on developing local, national and international markets for Manitoba-based businesses, this site offers links to numerous employment and training partnership programs. We will keep this site current and welcome your feedback by e-mail.

Scott Smith
Minister of Manitoba Competitiveness, Training and Trade