trades training
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B.C. launches TradeUpBC to enhance skills
Tradespeople in British Columbia now have access to new and specialized training opportunities through TradeUpBC, an online hub.
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VRCA launches trades in schools program
VRCA partnership with Burnaby stakeholders has launched "Bring Trades to Schools."
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CAF-FCA funding to help boost women in trades
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) announced a new partnership and $100,000 in funding from RBC to boost women in trades.
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B.C. trades training hits record high
According to SkilledTradesBC's annual report, there was a record number of apprentices last year in the province.
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B.C. invests $5M for improved skilled trades access
A $5-million provincial investment by the B.C. government is aimed at improving skilled trades access.
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CFBC receives $1M skilled trades funding
The Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) is receiving a $1 million investment from Coast Capital for skilled trades apprentices.
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Okanagan College offers Women of Steel program
Okanagan College is launching a new program designed specifically to encourage women to consider a career in welding.
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Apprenticeship numbers rebound in 2021
The number of new registrations in apprenticeship programs and certifications in the trades rebounded in 2021, according to StatCan.
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B.C. Recognizes Apprentices in November
The B.C. government has proclaimed November 2022 as Apprenticeship Recognition Month for the fourth year in a row.
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Canada announces $33 million for STAR program
The Government of Canada has announced more than $33 million over five years for the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness (STAR) program.
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BCIT names new trades and technology centre
The new trades and technology centre at BCIT will be called the Concert Properties Centre for Trades & Technology.
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CNC opens new Vanderhoof campus for trades
A new Vanderhoof campus of the College of New Caledonia (CNC) has officially opened to meet the growing demand for trades training.
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CCA’s new campaign promotes construction careers
CCA has launched Talent Fits Here, a campaign designed to encourage more Canadians to consider a career in construction.
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ITA hires new director of women in trades
ITA has announced that Lisa Langevin has been hired as director of women in trades, a new role to increase women selecting careers in construction.
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ITA expands services for B.C. trades education
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) announced trades apprentices and the trades education system in B.C. are receiving expanded services.
