CAF-FCA conducts research that strengthens apprenticeship systems across Canada. Our work brings together employers, labour, educators, governments, and industry partners to explore emerging trends, address challenges, and identify solutions that support apprentices and trades professionals.
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As new technologies are integrated into apprenticeship technical training, there are a number of challenges associated with increasing technological demands.
Employers are encouraged to consider better ways to recruit apprentices by taking advantage of existing resources.
This report examines trends associated with registrations and completions, providing data analysis of the Registered Apprenticeship Information System (2010).
This guide provides information on how to support the development of Essential Skills interventions in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.
Workshops in Aboriginal communities across the country focused on Essential Skills tools and interventions that support entry into trades careers.
Getting recruitment and retention right can give employers the edge to increase profits and to grow their businesses. Employers share...
National survey results provide an overview of employer attitudes towards apprenticeship.
Statistics indicate public sector participation in apprenticeship significantly lags that of the private sector.