A message from James Barry

I presented this well-researched report to Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development to assist the government in its decision-making process regarding apprenticeship reforms.

This report addresses some misconceptions about apprenticeship needs as they relate to the 309A Electrician and provides recommendations on how the province can ensure a sustainable apprenticeship intake for our trade.  The recommendations include a regional approach to apprenticeship as well as a focus on high training standards and completion rates.

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