Consider a Career In the Trades
The key to success in our industry is skilled workforce which can only be achieved by Encouraging Saskatchewan’ s Youth to pursue careers in construction. According to BuildForce Canada, the Saskatchewan Construction industry is forecast to have 21% of our workforce retire over the next decade. This is a concerning statistic, not only due to the physical capacity loss, but also experience and knowledge loss.
“Saskatchewan will need 8238 new apprentices and 5239 new journeypersons to meet demand requirements over the next five years.”
– Canadian Forum for Apprenticeship 2022
What Is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship training is a structured system of supervised training leading to certification in one of Saskatchewan’s designated trades. Apprentices spend approximately 85% of the time working on the job, learning the knowledge and skills associated with a trade from a certified journeyperson. The remaining time is spent in theoretical and technical in-school training, which reinforces and expands on what is learned on the job. With apprenticeship training, you earn as you learn.
WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO BECOMING AN APPRENTICE?
OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT
- Find an employer willing to provide the necessary on-the-job training and supervision.
OR
PRE-EMPLOYMENT
- Programs are available through Saskatchewan Polytechnic, colleges or ready-to-work programs.
REGISTER AS AN APPRENTICE
- Submit an apprenticeship application with the employer through MyATC..
WORK/LEARN ON THE JOB
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Submit your hours of work – trade time – through MyATC every few months.
Self-register for technical training in MyATC when you’ve met the required number of hours for your trade.
PASS THE JOURNEYPERSON EXAM
- Upon successfully completing the apprenticeship program and passing the certification exam, the apprentice receives a Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship and a Journeyperson Certificate of Qualification.
Why Join The Trades?
MERIT TRADES PARTNERS
Sask Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
- trains apprentices; certifies tradespeople and apprentices;
- regulates the apprenticeship system of training;
- and promotes apprenticeship as a way for employers to meet their labour market requirements.
Saskatoon Industry Education Council
The Saskatoon Industry-Education Council (SIEC) is a bridge between Saskatchewan’s career opportunities and Saskatoon area youth. Through a partnership among business, K-12, and post- secondary schools, unique hands-on career exploration events, and programs are designed and delivered to students, helping them find a career that
connects their passion and natural talents with
current and future workforce needs.
Sask Construction Safety Association (SCSA)
Regina Trades & Skills
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre was established as a not-for-profit with two main goals:
1. Deliver short-term trades and skills training that leads to entry-level jobs in industries where workers are in high demand.
2. Work with industry to develop and deliver relevant and recognized programs that are responsive to industry needs for trained and skilled workers.