WHY CONSIDER A CAREER IN SKILLED TRADES?
Here are a few answers.
RESPECT. Skilled trades play an important role
in our economy and our society. Think about it,
the sector touches almost every aspect of our lives
from the homes we live in, to the cars we drive,
to the food we eat. Canada depends on the work
of skilled trades and needs skilled tradespeople.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES. With over 200 careers
to choose from, the skilled trades sector truly does
offer something for everyone. As an apprentice, you
receive post-secondary education through on-the-job
training and in-school learning. This provides you
with the skills to work almost anywhere in Canada.
Skilled tradespeople are in demand all across
the country. As the babyboom generation retires,
this demand is only going to increase.
GOOD PAY. People in skilled trades are rewarded
for their efforts with good pay. In fact, as an
apprentice, you can start making money right
away because you ‘earn while you learn’.
The best part, though, is that as a tradesperson
you get paid well doing work you enjoy.
Looking for more information on a career in skilled trades?
"About Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship" Presentation - This dynamic presentation gives you a quick overview of why taking an apprenticeship and becoming a skilled tradesperson will provide you with plenty of career opportunities. Download the presentation to get the facts about the skill shortage, learn about potential careers, and see why apprenticeship is considered a first-choice post-secondary training option by more and more youth. It will only take 5 to 10 minutes to go through the presentation so download the PowerPoint file today!
Guide to Apprenticeship - See for yourself why apprenticeship is a first-choice post-secondary option! This dynamic booklet is a quick overview of skilled trades careers that highlights the benefits of apprenticeship as a post-secondary option and profiles young tradespeople and apprentices who are passionate about their career choice. Download your copy today!
The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a taxable cash grant available to registered apprentices once they have successfully completed their first or second year (level) of an apprenticeship program in one of the Red Seal trades.
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