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CAF-FCA identifies three areas where the federal government could have an impact regarding opportunities for youth employment in the skilled...
Key takeaways from a 2014 study tour on apprenticeship in Germany and England.
In Alberta’s oil and gas sector, finding people with the appropriate skills, education and experience requires companies to cooperate to...
Stakeholders met in Calgary to explore challenges and opportunities associated with recruiting and retaining young people in the skilled trades.
In today’s skilled trades workplace, using digital tools and adapting to new technologies are a reality for many tradespeople.
A national survey of students provides insights into what today’s youth think about careers in the skilled trades, informing youth...
Is it possible to quantify the need for certified workers? This report investigates demand across sectors to determine need for...
A discussion among apprenticeship stakeholders examined challenges, opportunities and best practices associated with mentoring apprentices.