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.

Accessing Reports and Resources

Explore CAF-FCA research and resources designed to support decision-makers, employers, educators, and policymakers working to strengthen apprenticeship and the skilled trades in Canada. Reports and tools are organized by topic and resource type to help you quickly find the information most relevant to your work.

Research reports are available to members based on membership level. Members must log into the website before downloading reports. If a report is not available when logged in, please contact your membership lead to upgrade your access level.

Non-members can access public reports and resources by signing up here. Please contact us if you have any questions at info@caf-fca.org.

LMI EDGE

Introducing LMI Edge

LMI Edge provides labour market information and insights to help stakeholders better understand apprenticeship trends and workforce needs in the skilled trades.

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EMPLOYER RESOURCES

Employer Resource Hub

Explore resources designed to support employers in strengthening apprenticeship programs, supporting apprentices, and building inclusive workplaces in the skilled trades.

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How to refine your query using filters:

Start Broad: select a Research Topic to see all available materials on that subject (ex. Labour Market Info, Training, etc.).

Define Your Crowd: use the Audience filter to find resources tailored for specific groups (ex. Employers, Educators, etc.).

Choose Your Format: pick a Resource Type if you are looking for something specific (ex. Report/Research, Toolkit/Guide, etc.).

Apply a Perspective: use the Equity Lens filter to highlight resources that focus on specific inclusion or accessibility.