Research and Reports

CAF-FCA research addresses the needs, interests and priorities of the apprenticeship community, providing insights that inform the programs, policies and practices of Canadian apprenticeship stakeholders. Learn more about our current projects and ongoing research initiatives.

Accessing reports and resources

Research reports are available to members based on membership level. Members must log into the website before downloading reports. If a report is not available when logged in, please contact your membership lead to upgrade your access level.

Non-members can access public reports and resources by signing up here. Please contact us if you have any questions at info@caf-fca.org.

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CAF-FCA assessed the outcomes of apprentices in comparison to those who pursued other educational and career paths.

Apprentices become tomorrow’s skilled and productive tradespeople. This study identifies opportunities to support employers hiring apprentices.

This report shares practical examples of programs that help visible minorities enter the trades.

Highlights of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum’s work over the last year.

Highlights of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum’s work over the last year.

High School to Apprenticeship Transition: Identifying and Sharing Best Practices

When this research was completed, the use of temporary foreign workers was not found to have had a significant impact...

National Apprenticeship Survey data analysis and apprentice perspectives on challenges and solutions are shared.