“Every year in Alberta, we celebrate Apprenticeship Day on the fourth Monday in September to recognize the value of apprenticeship education and the people who work in the skilled trades. We have so much to celebrate, this year more than ever.
“The skilled trades workforce plays a vital role in the growth and prosperity of our great province. To maintain this momentum, our government is fostering enthusiasm for apprenticeship education and supporting initiatives that encourage more Albertans to consider rewarding careers in the skilled trades.
“Albertans rely on the excellence of our skilled trades professionals every day, and apprenticeship education is the foundation that builds that excellence. Apprentices develop the skills to not only succeed in today's job market, but also to advance and lead, seizing new opportunities as industries evolve and potentially growing into entrepreneurial roles or business ownership. They also earn a paycheque while they learn, and they graduate with a career already established.
“As the world around us changes, the need for skilled tradespeople becomes more critical than ever. To ensure Alberta stays ahead, we established Skilled Trades Youth Ambassadors earlier this year. This program empowers young adults from across Alberta to share ideas and concerns with our government to find the best solutions.
“On this Apprenticeship Day, I extend a big thank you to Alberta’s apprentices, instructors, mentors and industry partners, who are some of the most brilliant and inspiring individuals in the world. I also want to thank the Alberta Board of Skilled Trades, the Premier’s Council on Skills, and the Skilled Trades Caucus. Your role in shaping the future workforce is greatly appreciated.”
Rajan Sawhney, Minister of Advanced Education
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- Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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