ApprenticeSearch.com welcomes the Government of Canada’s investment in apprenticeship pathways announced in the Spring Economic Statement.

“Strengthening apprenticeship pathways is critical to addressing Canada’s skilled trades shortages and delivering on major economic priorities,” said Kelly Hoey, Executive Director of ApprenticeSearch.com. “We see every day that there’s no shortage of people who want to work in the trades, but getting from that initial interest to a registered apprenticeship, and then through to completion, isn’t always straightforward.”

“Helping people understand where the opportunities are, how to access them, and how to succeed once they’re there is just as important as creating those opportunities in the first place. At the same time, ensuring employers - particularly small- and medium-sized businesses - can participate fully in apprenticeship is essential.”

ApprenticeSearch.com works in partnership with employers, industry, and community organizations across Canada to support individuals at every stage of the apprenticeship journey, from early awareness and engagement, through training and program participation, to employment and long-term retention in the skilled trades.

ApprenticeSearch.com looks forward to supporting efforts that ensure these investments reach the people and employers they’re intended to serve and translate into stronger apprenticeship outcomes across the country.