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Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), you have the right to request access to your personal information from SkilledTradesBC.

SkilledTradesBC is committed to timely and transparent communications. In addition to regularly publishing information, we respond to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests in accordance with B.C.’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA).

SkilledTradesBC is committed to open, transparent, fair, and competitive procurement.

Currently, there are over 20 ISET organizations in B.C., with regional service areas, to help Indigenous peoples prepare for, find, and keep high-demand jobs now and in the long term. See this list for contact information.

SkilledTradesBC is committed to uplifting Indigenous Youth and giving them the tools to paddle their own boat. Learn more about why the skilled trades may be right for you.

Learn what Truth and Reconciliation means to SkilledTradesBC and the actions we are taking to take part in reconciliation.

The Canada Apprentice Loan offers interest-free loans to help registered apprentices with the cost of their training.

The Employment Program of British Columbia (EPBC) provides financial support to apprentices through a network of WorkBC Apprentice Services.

Implementation of Skilled Trades Certification is currently underway. Each trade has a one-year transition period, which will allow uncertified workers to register as an apprentice or become certified by challenging a certification exam. 

What does Skilled Trades Certification mean for tradeworkers and employers in B.C.? Attend an event to learn more and have the opportunity to ask questions.