Looking for apprenticeship opportunities?
Skilled trades offer in-demand, recognized and well-paid careers. In many skilled trades, apprenticeship training is an essential step to becoming a certified tradesperson. The Government recognizes the importance of apprentices and has created federal programs to support apprentices and the employers that hire them.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan EAP includes many programs and initiatives that can help you acquire new skills and update existing skills so that you can find a better job. Learn more:
Apprenticeships Completion Grants
Are you trying to complete an apprenticeship? The Government of Canada offers apprentices up to $4,000 in grants to pay for tuition, travel, tools, or other expenses. [More. . .]
Supporting the Use of Apprentices
Through Canada’s EAP 2013, the Government aims to reduce barriers to the accreditation of apprentices and support the employment of apprentices in federal construction and maintenance projects.
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Consider a Career in the Skilled Trades
Jobs in the skilled trades and technology are high quality and well paying, and offer exciting careers for life. Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time, re-entering it, or changing careers, you should consider a skilled trade. [More. . .]