Apprentice Resources

Why apprenticeship?

We understand finding the career path you want to pursue and locating reliable information can be a challenge. Let us help you get started on your journey into the skilled trades.

Pathways for all students

Apprenticeship can be the first step towards a career of opportunities. A college or university degree does not guarantee personal, professional or financial success. It is time to reconsider what a “good job” and “choice worthy” work looks like.

There are many possible career paths for a journeyperson

There are multiple ways to begin an apprenticeship

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Getting Started

What is apprenticeship?

Which skilled trades are the best match for you?

Why are the skilled trades a first choice career path?

Skill Plan Learning Hub: Free video tutorials, activities, and quizzes in math, science and reading

Canadian Apprenticeship Forum’s Trades Hub: Connect with organizations in your community & learn about apprenticeship

Apprenticesearch.com: Questions about apprenticeships, résumé writing, the interview process and employers?

Job Bank: research careers, employment opportunities, trends, and earning potential

Connect with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship board & regional trades organizations.

TradesLink is a social networking platform for tradespeople.

SKILLED documentary by 3M

Next Steps

Tuition free pre-apprenticeship programs near me

Financial Supports

Trades schools near me

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