Page Get Certified Getting certified opens the doors to a world of opportunities—from becoming an entrepreneur to getting a promotion, finding a new opportunity or being a mentor. Holding a Red Seal Endorsement or Certification of Qualification signifies a high standard of skilled trades in B.C.
Apr 10, 2025 Success Story Morgan Strong: From Fashion to a Future in Skilled Trades When the pandemic disrupted her plans to pursue fashion design, Morgan made a shift into the trades and is now thriving as a certified architectural sheet metal worker.
Jun 05, 2025 Success Story Brandon Widen: Forging a New Path as a Powerline TechnicianBrandon’s journey to become a powerline technician (PLT) wasn’t the career he originally expected, but it was one that changed his life.
May 01, 2025 Success Story Stepping Stone to Success: Talented Students Show Off Their SkillsFrom bakers to welders, secondary students put their skills to the test in the South Vancouver Island Skills Canada BC Regional competition with a chance to advance to the provincial stage.
Sep 17, 2025 Success Story Miho Hind: Preparing For Technical Training In 2024, we shared the inspirational story of Miho Hind – a newcomer and new mom who found a supportive community in her new career as a plumbing apprentice. We connected with her on the eve of her starting level 3 technical training to see how she is doing.
Nov 12, 2025 News Article Rebuilding Homes and Bringing Together Community in LyttonIn 2021, the village of Lytton, B.C. was devasted by wildfires that destroyed many homes and buildings. Despite such significant loss, the people of Lytton have remained resilient and determined, working together to revitalize their community.
Nov 03, 2025 News Article Driving Success: How Searle’s Auto Supports Tomorrow’s TechniciansSearle’s Auto, located in Victoria, B.C., has been in business since 1979, providing automotive repair and maintenance services to the community.
Nov 04, 2025 News Article SkilledTradesBC Year in Review: Celebrating Achievements Along the Apprenticeship Pathway November is Apprenticeship Recognition Month and we are excited to share with you the progress we have made in B.C.’s trades training system this past year.
Nov 14, 2025 News Article B.C. Government Announces Landmark Investment in Trades TrainingThe Government of B.C. today announced a landmark investment to expand skilled trades training and accelerate workforce development across key sectors.
