Education
Canadian Apprentices Showcase Skills at National Competition
Trades apprentices from across Canada gathered in Edmonton for the 31st National Apprenticeship Competition, held last week. The event featured 34 contestants, each demonstrating their skills and knowledge acquired during their apprenticeship programs. Participants tackled projects within a strict timeframe of 12 hours, spread over two days, to highlight their expertise in various trades.
Several trades were showcased, including scaffolding, millwrighting, interior systems, floor covering, and carpentry. According to Kimberley Letwin of the Carpenters’ Regional Council, the competition provides a platform for celebrating the achievements of apprentices. “They start at eight o’clock this morning, and it’s over at 4 p.m. and then tomorrow they’re back on the tools at 8 a.m. until noon,” Letwin explained. “This is celebrating our members in the trades who have completed their final year of apprenticeship training, and we’re celebrating them and showcasing their skills. It’s the best of the best of Canada,” she added.
In addition to the competition, more than 200 high school students visited the event to engage with the contestants and observe the projects being constructed. Letwin emphasized the importance of these visits, stating, “One thing that is very important for us is to have the high schools come in and do tours to actually see a bit of the projects that are being built, and they’ll be able to see what opportunities there are for different trades in the organization or in the world.”
The event also highlighted the potential career paths available to students. Riley Ward, a journeyman carpenter, expressed enthusiasm for introducing younger generations to trade professions. “I think it’s great for the younger generation to get into the trades. You can learn lots, meet lots of people, make lots of money if you get into the right spot,” he remarked.
Winners of the competition not only gain bragging rights but also receive prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors of the Carpenters’ Regional Council. The competition serves as a reminder of the significant role that skilled trades play in the economy and the value of apprenticeship programs in preparing the next generation of workers.
The National Apprenticeship Competition continues to foster a spirit of excellence and camaraderie among tradespeople, showcasing the dedication and skill that these individuals bring to their professions.
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