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Frequently Asked Questions
The Skilled Tradespeople Shortage
- Is there a skills shortage in Canada?
- Will the shortage get worse?
- What sectors are experiencing skills shortages?
- How does a shortage of skilled trade workers affect Canadians?
- Will immigration solve the problem?
- Why aren't more young people choosing a career in skilled trades?
- Do many parents recommend careers in the trades?
- Can young people get information about trades in school?
- What is the first choice when it comes to post-secondary training?
The Campaign
- Why is a campaign about skilled trades necessary? Why now?
- What are the goals of this campaign?
- Who are the partners involved in this campaign?
- Who's paying for the campaign?
- What is involved in the campaign?
- Is changing the perception of the trades the best way to deal with the shortage?
- How is this campaign different from the other provincial campaigns that exist?
About Skilled Trades
- What is a skilled trade?
- What are the benefits of choosing a career in skilled trades?
- Isn't there a lot of physical labour involved in the skilled trades?
- Do the skilled trades pay well?
- What about the job prospects?
- Can a skilled tradesperson work anywhere in Canada?
Apprenticeship Training
- What is an apprenticeship?
- How do I become an apprentice?
- How long does it take to complete an apprenticeship program and become a certified tradesperson?
- How much does it cost to complete an apprenticeship?
- Is apprenticeship always part of the skilled trades training or can you become certified only from taking a college program?
- How many apprentices are there in Canada?
- Does an apprentice receive an income during the on-the-job training?
- Does an apprentice receive an income while attending a technical school?
- Are apprenticeships government-regulated?
Employers' Role in Apprenticeship Training
- What are the benefits to an employer who sets up an apprenticeship program?
- What are some of the difficulties that exist for employers to hire apprentices?
- Where do I go to receive more information about hiring apprentices?
- How is this campaign going to appeal to employers to hire more apprentices?
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