Programs, services, training, and resources that help employers support apprentices and strengthen apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades. Explore tools and initiatives from across Canada designed to help employers recruit, train, and retain apprentices.
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The Office to Advance Women Apprentices
Offers a registry of 200+ female tradespersons. Organizational training customized to employer needs and a coaching and mentoring model are further supports offered.
The PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada, Employment Assistance Service
Employers may access job-ready candidates or other supports.
The Workplace Apprenticeship Program Tax Credit for On-the-Job-Training
A tax credit for qualified employers who provide on-the-job training for an apprentice enrolled in the Workplace Apprenticeship Program (WAP) or a student enrolled full-time at a recognized educational institution.
The Yukon Business Incentive Apprentice Rebate
A rebate given to employers equal to 15% of the gross wages paid to an apprentice on an eligible project.
Trade Journey, YMCA Saskatoon
Opportunities to hire female candidates with pre-entry trades training.
Tradeability The Candidate Manager Durham Region
Employers answer questions about the job they need to fill and candidates answer questions about their skills. Employers receive a qualified shortlist at the end of the process. Employers need only one posting to access candidates throughout the region.
Trades Winds to Success Training Society
Employers may offer work placements as part of the pre-apprenticeship program or may hire program graduates.