Apprenticeship News
SATCC Office Closure
11/18/2024The SATCC offices will be closed for staff training on Wednesday, November 20 from 12:30 p.m. and Thursday, November 21 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Online services through MyATC are still available during these hours. Thank you for your...
Postal Service Disruption
11/15/2024Sask Apprenticeship is committed to providing quality service and minimizing impacts to our clients amidst the postal service disruption. We are encouraging our clients to utilize MyATC and/or electronic methods in place of mail services...
Skilled Trade and Technology Week Proclaimed in Saskatchewan
11/05/2024The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 3 – 9, 2024 as Skilled Trade and Technology Week in Saskatchewan. Supported by Skills Canada Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATC...
Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarships Awarded to 110 Students
06/25/2024The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has awarded Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships to 110 graduating high school students from 77 communities across Saskatchewan....
Fee Update – Effective July 1, 2024
06/18/2024Effective July 1, 2024, the Hairstylist and Esthetician trade qualifier assessment fee (for domestically trained tradespeople) increases from $200 to $250. This is the first time the fee has increased since January 1, 2019. To remain fin...
2024-25 Apprenticeship Training Schedule
04/02/2024The 2024-25 technical training schedule is now available on the SATCC website. The 2024-25 training year runs July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025. Training Release Dates in MyATC: Tuesday, April 23 at 12 a.m. (midnight): HDET; PLT; and TTM ...
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Named One of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers For 2024
03/12/2024The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has been recognized as one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the sixth year in a row. For SATCC, having passionate employees that can...
Saskatoon Office Closure Due to Weather
03/04/2024Due to weather, the SATCC’s Saskatoon office is closed Monday, March 4. For assistance, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-363-0536. In addition, in-person classes, labs and student services at Saskatchewan Polytechnic...
Red Seal Journeyperson Certification Exams to be delivered online in Regina
02/01/2024Red Seal certification exams scheduled for the Regina exam centre (Third floor, 2221 Cornwall Street) will transition to online exam delivery, starting in February. Exam takers will continue to write exams in the Regina exam centre. Howe...
Accessing 2023 Tax Slips
01/22/2024All 2023 tax slips from the SATCC are now available in MyATC. Tax slips will not be mailed out and are only available to access through your MyATC account. This includes: T2202A – Tuition fees paid to the SATCC; T4E – Apprenticeship Tr...
Holiday Office Closures
12/22/2023Please be advised that all SATCC offices will be closed on the following dates to observe the statutory holidays: Monday, December 25, 2023 Tuesday, December 26, 2023 Monday, January 1, 2024 ...
Award Winners Recognized at 2023 Apprenticeship Celebration Dinner
11/07/2023The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) recognized the accomplishments of apprentices, employers, training providers and other apprenticeship and trade stakeholders at the 2023 Apprenticeship Celebratio...
SATCC Offices Closed on August 4 and August 7
08/03/2023Please be advised that all SATCC offices will be closed Friday, August 4 and Monday, August 7 for the holiday. We look forward to serving you Tuesday, August 8....
Apprenticeship Training Allowance (ATA) Rates Increasing
07/04/2023Starting July 1, 2023, the Apprenticeship Training Allowance (ATA) rate is increasing. The ATA is a weekly amount given to apprentices who are actively receiving Employment Insurance (EI) and living at a second residence that is 50 kilom...
2023-24 Apprenticeship Training Schedule
04/03/2023The full 2023-24 technical training schedule is now available on the SATCC website. Apprentices can self-register for technical training in MyATC for the 2023-24 training year, starting Monday, May 29, 2023. The 2023-24 training year run...
2023-24 Apprenticeship Training Schedule
04/03/2023The full 2023-24 technical training schedule is now available on the SATCC website. Apprentices can self-register for technical training in MyATC for the 2023-24 training year, starting Monday, May 29, 2023. The 2023-24 training year run...
SASKATCHEWAN APPRENTICESHIP AND TRADE CERTIFICATION COMMISSION NAMED ONE OF SASKATCHEWAN’S TOP EMPLOYERS FOR 2023
03/14/2023The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has been recognized as one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the fifth year in a row. For the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade C...
New Regina Exam Centre
02/16/2023Regular sit and final level certification exams will take place in the new Regina exam centre (Third floor, 2221 Cornwall Street), starting Tuesday, March 21. Any regular sit or final level certification exams scheduled to take place in ...
2022 Tax Slips
02/06/2023All 2022 tax slips from the SATCC are now available in MyATC. Tax slips will not be mailed out and are only available to access through your MyATC account. This includes: T2202A – Tuition fees paid to the SATCC; T4E – Apprenticeship Tr...
Saskatoon Office Closed – December 22, 2022
12/22/2022Due to mechanical issues, the Saskatoon office will be closed to the public on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Clients can still call our toll free number at 1-877-363-0536, or email us at [email protected]. Our Regina office remains open....
SATCC OFFICE HOLIDAY HOURS
12/20/2022Please be advised that all SATCC offices will be closed for the stat holidays on the following dates: Friday, December 23, 2022 Monday, December 26, 2022 Monday, January 2, 2023...
2022 Apprenticeship Award Winners Celebrated
11/04/2022Tonight, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) will celebrate the winners of the 22nd Annual Apprenticeship Awards at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. The Apprenticeship Awards honour the contributi...
Skilled Trade and Technology Week Proclaimed in Saskatchewan
10/28/2022The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed Sunday, October 30 until Saturday, November 5 as Skilled Trade and Technology Week in Saskatchewan. Supported by Skills Canada Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Cert...
Fee Updates
10/20/2022The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) is committed to maintaining a responsive, industry-driven apprenticeship and certification system that meets labour market needs. To meet this mandate, the SATCC ...
Students try skilled trades in the classroom using virtual reality
09/21/2022Virtual reality allows students to step into someone else’s work boots and explore a trade without leaving the classroom. Launched during the 2021-22 school year, virtual reality (VR) has enabled the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (...
Self-Register for Apprenticeship Technical Training in 2022-23
06/28/2022Apprentices eligible to attend technical training in 2022-23 are encouraged to self-register in MyATC as soon as possible. The 2022-23 training year runs July 1, 2022 until June 30, 2023. Apprentices are expected to attend technical trai...
One Hundred High School Graduates Receive Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarships
06/24/2022Today the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) announced that Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships are being awarded to 100 high school graduates from 66 communities across the...
Occupation Designation
05/02/2022The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has within its regulations the ability to designate and certify occupations within Saskatchewan that fall outside of the designated skilled trades. Examples of oc...
Extended Telephone Hours
04/29/2022To help with demand during 2022-23 technical training registration, the SATCC will be offering extended telephone hours from May 2 to May 14. SATCC agents will be available at 1-877-363-0536 from May 2 to May 14 during the following hour...
SATCC No Longer Accepting Paper Forms – Effective April 1
03/22/2022Effective Friday, April 1, the SATCC will no longer accept paper (hard copy) apprenticeship forms from clients. This includes: Employer Application for Registration of Apprenticeship Contract (Form 1) Application for Examination (Form 2)...
2022-23 Apprenticeship Training Schedule
03/14/2022Apprentices will soon be able to self-register for technical training in MyATC for the 2022-23 training year. The 2022-23 training year runs July 1, 2022 until June 30, 2023. The following outlines how the training schedule and courses f...
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Named One of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers For 2022
03/01/2022The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has been recognized as one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the fourth year in a row. “We are thrilled to be named one of Saskatch...
2021 Tax Slips
02/28/2022All 2021 tax slips from the SATCC are available in MyATC and have been mailed out. This includes: T2202A – Tuition fees paid to the SATCC T4E – Apprentice Training Allowance paid out for Living Away from Home and Living Allowance Rec...
Register for May Technical Training
02/22/2022Seats are available for May training sessions. The most recent version of the training schedule is available here. If you are interested and eligible for training, you will need to self-register for training through your MyATC account. O...
SATCC Office Holiday Hours
12/23/2021Please be advised that all SATCC offices will be closed for the stat holidays on the following dates: Friday, December 24, 2021 Monday, December 27, 2021 Monday, January 3, 2022...
MyATC Goes Live January 10, 2022
12/07/2021We are getting ready to launch a new, client-facing online system called MyATC on Monday, January 10. Read more....
Saskatchewan Announces $4.38 Million for Skills Training Programs
11/29/2021Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the funding of approximately $4.38 million for Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) and several other training institutions to deliver skills training prog...
SATCC will no longer accept cash for payments
11/17/2021Effective Monday, November 22, the SATCC no longer accepts cash for payment. Clients will still be able to pay via credit card; debit card; cheque; and e-transfer if requested, beginning November 22. If you have any questions, please...
2021 APPRENTICESHIP AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
11/05/2021Today the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) announced the winners of the 21st annual Apprenticeship Awards. Apprentices, new journeypersons, employers, instructors and other apprenticeship stakeholder...
2020-21 Annual Report
11/03/2021The SATCC 2020-21 Annual Report has been tabled and is now available in our document library....
Saskatchewan Proclaims Skilled Trade and Technology Week
10/29/2021Skilled Trade and Technology Week in Saskatchewan launches Sunday, October 31 and runs until Sunday, November 7. This week raises awareness of career opportunities in the skilled trade and technology sectors, and is jointly supported by ...
COVID-19 Update
10/22/2021Training Providers Training providers contracted by the SATCC are empowered to make decisions in order to maintain order and safety on their campuses. Apprentices are required to follow the policies – including any masking and/or vacci...
Apprenticeship Awards In-Person Event Cancelled
09/30/2021Due to the current COVID-19 situation in Saskatchewan, the SATCC has decided to cancel the in-person Apprenticeship Awards event that was scheduled for Friday, November 5. We will now celebrate the achievements of this year’s winners t...
Mandatory Masks in SATCC Offices
09/17/2021As of September 17, 2021, the Government of Saskatchewan has issued an interim mandatory masking order requiring the use of non-medical masks in all indoor public spaces in Saskatchewan. Anyone entering our buildings will be required...
SATCC Amended Office Hours for September 20, 2021
09/17/2021For the federal election on Monday, September 20, 2021, all of our SATCC offices will be closing early at 4:30p.m. Voting polls throughout Saskatchewan will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Under the provisions of the Canada Elections...
Changes to SYA Benefits Administration – Effective September 1, 2021
08/10/2021Effective September 1, 2021, partial benefits will no longer be granted for partial completion of the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) program. Previously, if a student completed only one or two levels of SYA, they were eligible t...
PROVINCE ANNOUNCES $13 MILLION IN FUNDING FOR SKILLS TRAINING PROGRAMS AT SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC AND SASKATCHEWAN APPRENTICESHIP AND TRADE CERTIFICATION COMMISSION
07/20/2021Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced approximately $13 million in new funding for Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) to deliver education and skills...
Website Outage
07/14/2021Please be advised that the SATCC’s website will be undergoing maintenance on Friday, July 16 between midnight and 4:00am and will be unavailable during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience and we thank you for your patience....
Tiny Homes Project
07/13/2021The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) is soliciting proposals for the building of tiny homes in support of Indigenous communities in Saskatchewan. The SATCC has received funding to build a minimum of ...
Payments at Prince Albert Office
06/24/2021Effective July 1, 2021, our Prince Albert office will no longer be accepting payments. Payments can still be made in-person at our Saskatoon and Regina offices, or by calling our toll free line at 1-877-363-0536....
SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
06/18/2021One hundred high school graduates from 79 communities across the province are receiving Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships. The scholarship program, launched in 2009, is overseen by the Saskatchewan...
COVID-19 Update
05/27/2021Updated for May 27, 2021. On March 23, due to increased COVID-19 transmission risk in Regina and area, the Government of Saskatchewan issued updated public health orders for the city and surrounding communities. The local public health o...
La Ronge Exam Sitting Cancelled
05/18/2021The exam sitting scheduled for May 19 in La Ronge has been cancelled due to the power outage associated with the wildfire burning north of Prince Albert. The exam will be rescheduled for a later date. Impacted individuals can contact...
New Construction Codes Act Coming to Saskatchewan
05/12/2021New Act Promotes Building Accessibility And Protects Citizens From Unsafe Renovation And Construction Practices The Government of Saskatchewan recently passed The Construction Codes Act (Bill 4) in the Legislative Assembly. The new A...
Youth Compete for Medals at Skills Canada Saskatchewan Virtual Competition
04/12/2021Today kicks off the week long Skills Canada Saskatchewan Virtual Provincial Competition. Apprentices, post-secondary students and high school students from across the province will showcase their skills for a chance to win medals and...
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Named One Of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers For 2021
02/04/2021For the third year running, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has been recognized as one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. “We’re pleased to be recognized as one of Sa...
Rig Technician De-designation
01/15/2021The Red Seal Rig Technician trade will be de-designated across Canada, effective June 30, 2021. The trade was approved nationally for de-designation by the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) due to a lack of industry ...
2020 Apprenticeship Award Winners Announced
12/04/2020The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) is pleased to recognize the winners of the 20th annual Apprenticeship Awards. Read the news release and backgrounder. Visit our Apprenticeship Awards page....
Welder Upgrader Training Available
11/26/2020Are you a Welder looking to become certified in the trade? Do you have more than 4.5 years experience, more than 8,100 hours and would like to upgrade your skills before attempting the certification examination? Then you’re in luck! Weld...
SATCC Services – COVID-19 Update, November 13, 2020
11/17/2020In alignment with the Government of Saskatchewan’s Re-Open Saskatchewan plan, the SATCC is delivering apprenticeship and trade certification services. SATCC Offices Front counter services now include plexiglass shields to create a barr...
SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK PROCLAIMED IN SASKATCHEWAN
11/02/2020The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 1-8 as Skilled Trades and Technology Week in Saskatchewan. The week promotes careers in the skilled trade and technology sectors, and is recognized alongside National Skilled Trades ...
Powerline Technician Training Provider Update
09/01/2020Southeast College will assume the role of training provider for Powerline Technician apprentices in Saskatchewan later this year....
2020 Apprenticeship Awards – Cancelled due to COVID-19 Restrictions
07/28/2020The 2020 Apprenticeship Awards ceremony scheduled for Friday, December 4, 2020 at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina has now been cancelled in order to comply with COVID-19 public health orders on mass gatherings....
Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert offices open once again
07/10/2020The SATCC is pleased to announce the Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert offices are once again open to serve the public effective Monday, July 13, 2020....
Re-start SATCC Services
06/29/2020The Government of Saskatchewan announced the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan April 23, 2020...
High School Graduates Receive Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarships
06/25/2020Today, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) announced Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships for 100 graduating high school students in 72 communities across the province....
Have Your Say and Share Your Views – Canadian Apprenticeship Forum
05/27/2020A new survey on the unique challenges apprentices are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic will be coming to the Apprentices in Canada ePanel....
Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiatives 2020-21 – DEADLINE EXTENDED to June 29, 2020
05/15/2020Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiatives proposals for 2020-21 began in January 2020. The deadline for applications has now been extended to June 29, 2020....
GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN PROCLAIMS NEW APPRENTICESHIP AND TRADE CERTIFICATION ACT
05/11/2020Today, the Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed new apprenticeship and trade certification legislation, broadening the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission’s (SATCC) designation and certification authority,...
SOUTHEAST COLLEGE TO SERVE AS TRAINING PROVIDER FOR POWERLINE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICES
02/13/2020Southeast College will serve as the new training provider for Powerline Technician apprentices in Saskatchewan, beginning in the fall of 2020. Apprentices will continue to attend training at the same facility in Weyburn....
MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR UPGRADING COURSE SPACES AVAILABLE – JUNE 8-19, 2020
02/11/2020Mobile Crane Operator upgrading course, facilitated by Western Trades Training Institute. June 8 - June 19, 2020....
BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR A & B UPGRADING COURSE – MAY 2020
01/29/2020Boom Truck Operator A&B upgrading course, facilitated by Western Trades Training Institute. May 3 - May 7....
LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURIST APPRENTICESHIP TECHNICAL TRAINING AVAILABLE IN SASKATCHEWAN
01/29/2020Apprentices can now complete Landscape Horticulturist technical training in Saskatchewan through the University of Saskatchewan’s Prairie Horticulture Certificate program. Previously, technical training for Saskatchewan apprentices...
INDIGENOUS APPRENTICESHIP INITIATIVES 2020-21
01/14/2020Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiatives proposals for 2020-21 will begin in January 2020....
PROVINCE PROCLAIMS SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK
11/03/2019Today kicks off Skilled Trades and Technology Week in Saskatchewan. The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 3-10 as Skilled Trades and Technology Week to align with National Skilled Trades and Technology Week, which is...
2019 APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS
10/30/2019News Release and backgrounder - 2019 Apprenticeship Awards Program. For all the details on the November 1, 2019 Apprenticeship Awards, please see the Awards web page....
MINIMUM TUITION FEE UPDATE
10/29/2019Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is committed to maintaining a responsive, industry-driven apprenticeship and certification system that meets labour market needs. In order to meet this mandate, we are raising one of our fees....
NOTICE : APPRENTICESHIP OFFICE HOURS – MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2019
10/11/2019All SATCC offices will close at 4:30 p.m. Monday, October 21 in order to give staff members the opportunity to vote in the federal election. Under the provisions of the Canada Elections Act, employees who are eligible to vote are...
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – SUMMER 2019
07/29/2019Apprenticeship in Action - Summer 2019. Read the latest SATCC news....
ONLINE SHEET METAL WORKER UPGRADING COURSE – COMING OCTOBER 2019
07/09/2019The SATCC and Saskatchewan Polytechnic are pleased to offer an Upgrading course for apprentices in the Sheet Metal Worker (SMW) trade beginning in October 2019. The 8-week course is based on the latest Red Seal Occupational Standard...
CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIANS ISSUED SANCTIONS FOR ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
07/04/2019The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has issued sanctions against 22 construction electricians for engaging in academic misconduct while attending apprenticeship technical training. Sanctions...
ONE HUNDRED STUDENTS RECEIVE SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIPS
06/20/2019One hundred graduating high school students from 72 communities across Saskatchewan received Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships this year....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – SPRING 2019 NEWSLETTER
05/29/2019Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Spring 2019 news...
YOUR FEEDBACK IS NEEDED – EVALUATION OF THE CANADA APPRENTICE LOAN (CAL) PROGRAM
05/16/2019The Government of Canada, through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), is conducting an evaluation of the Canada Apprentice Loan (CAL) program. ESDC has asked for the assistance of individuals who are currently or...
SASKATCHEWAN ADVANTAGE SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE
03/25/2019Apprentices will no longer be eligible for the Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship, starting in 2019-20. Moving forward, needs testing will be introduced for the Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship....
ABORIGINAL APPRENTICESHIP INITIATIVE IS ACCEPTING PROPOSALS UNTIL MAY 31, 2019.
02/22/2019The Aboriginal Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) program promotes awareness of apprenticeship training and understanding of the trades as a career choice. The AAI is accepting proposals and new creative projects, including apprenticeship...
SASKATCHEWAN APPRENTICESHIP AND TRADE CERTIFICATION COMMISSION IS ONE OF SASKATCHEWAN’S TOP EMPLOYERS
02/13/2019The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for 2019 by Mediacorp Canada Inc....
BOOM TRUCK UPGRADER TRAINING AVAILABLE
01/31/2019The SATCC is offering Boom Truck Upgrader training in Lloydminster April 8-12, 2019. This training will be facilitated by the Western Trades Training Institute. Proficiency Certification testing will be offered at the end of this course....
SPRINKLER FITTER TO BE DESIGNATED A COMPULSORY TRADE
01/01/2019Effective January 2019, Sprinkler Fitter will be designated as a compulsory trade in Saskatchewan – the first trade to be designated as compulsory in the province since 1988. A Sprinkler Fitter Compulsory Taskforce, made up of...
Fee Updates
12/06/2018Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is committed to maintaining a responsive, industry-driven apprenticeship and certification system that meets labour market needs. In order to meet this mandate, we are raising a couple of fees....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – FALL 2018
12/03/2018Check out the latest apprenticeship news in our newsletter – Apprenticeship in Action – Fall 2018....
APPRENTICESHIP INCENTIVE GRANT FOR WOMEN
11/07/2018In Budget 2018, the Government of Canada announced a new Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women to further support women in entering, progressing, and completing their training in Red Seal trades where women are underrepresented. The...
NEW COURSE: WORKING IN A RESPECTFUL AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
11/07/2018BuildForce Canada: The Canadian construction and maintenance industry is committed to building respectful and inclusive workplaces. Our goal is to enhance your toolkit of career skills and equip you to be successful and participate in...
CELEBRATING SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK IN SASKATCHEWAN
11/05/2018The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 4-10 as Skilled Trades and Technology Week in Saskatchewan to raise awareness of the career opportunities available in the skilled trades and technology sectors. This week aligns...
OUTSTANDING NEW JOURNEYPERSONS CELEBRATED AT ANNUAL APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS
11/02/2018The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) will host the 18th annual Apprenticeship Awards tonight at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. Thirty-three skilled tradespeople will receive the Outstanding New...
HOW TO INTERACT WITH THE SATCC IN THE EVENT OF A POSTAL SERVICE DISRUPTION
10/18/2018Telephone, email, fax and in-person services provided by the SATCC will not be affected in the event of a Canada Post lockout or strike. If there is a disruption in service, please do not submit any documents or payments via Canada...
SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO 100 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ACROSS THE PROVINCE
07/16/2018Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships have been awarded to 100 graduating high school students in 72 communities across the province this year. The $1,000 scholarships are awarded to students who’ve completed...
SASKATCHEWAN CONSTRUCTION WEEK – APRIL 11-17, 2018
03/21/2018Saskatchewan Construction Week will celebrate the important economic and social contributions made by the province's second-largest private sector employer. One highlight of the week is “Inclusive Day.” This unique event brings...
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARD – LEADERSHIP IN THE TRADES AWARD
02/26/2018The Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards® are a celebration of the best in women’s achievements, across industry, culture and public service, honouring ordinary women for their extraordinary contributions to the Saskatoon community....
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – DARRYL CRUICKSHANK RED SEAL INDUSTRY AWARD
02/22/2018The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) has launched their call for nominations for the fifth biennial Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award. The award is named to honour the life-long impact of the late Darryl...
APPRENTICES: HAVE YOUR SAY. SHARE YOUR VIEWS.
02/15/2018Are you an apprentice? Come voice your opinion and share your experiences. The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum is collecting the insights, ideas and feedback of apprentices on the Apprentices in Canada ePanel, helping identify new...
RELEVANCE – CAREER OPTIONS FOR YOUR FUTURE
02/06/2018Relevance – Career Options For Your Future is designed to help youth investigate job options, pursue post-secondary education/training and activate their career....
Median Earnings
02/06/2018Check out the median earnings of skilled tradespersons according to the 2016 Census by Statistics Canada....
SASKATCHEWAN CELEBRATES SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK
11/07/2017Saskatchewan people are encouraged to explore and discover the opportunities in the skilled trades and technologies from November 5 until November 11, 2017....
2017 APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS INFORMATION
10/19/2017The 2017 Apprenticeship Awards are on Friday, October 27, 2017. This a reminder to all award recipients and guests, tickets ARE NOT issued for this event. If you have pre-registered, your name/organization is all you need to check in...
ROOFER APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING
10/12/2017Roofer apprenticeship training is now available! Training has been designed so that an apprentice does not have to leave the workplace....
APPRENTICES – SHARE YOUR PERSPECTIVE!
09/28/2017The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF) has launched the Apprentices in Canada panel to hear about your experience working in the skilled trades. Check out this video and share your perspective with them to win cash and other prizes....
2015 CANADIAN ELECTRIC CODE ONLINE COURSE
09/14/2017It is important for Construction Electricians to remain up to date when the codes change. An free online course has been developed by SaskPower to provide a quick overview of the latest changes, currently of the 2015 Canadian...
APPRENTICESHIP FEE UPDATES
09/14/2017Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is committed to maintaining a responsive, industry-driven apprenticeship certification system that meets labour market needs. In order to meet this mandate, Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is raising...
SATCC VOICEMAILS
08/29/2017We are currently having issues with our voicemail service. If you have left a voicemail for someone at Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and have not received a call back, please try again....
SATCC OFFICES CLOSED AUGUST 4 AND 7, 2017
08/03/2017Just a reminder to all our apprenticeship clients, all SATCC offices will be closed Friday, August 4th AND Monday, August 7th. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. once again on Tuesday, August 8th to serve you....
COMMISSION REGULATION CHANGES
07/05/2017Due to harmonization, as well as some operational changes, the SATCC has recently updated the Commission Regulations....
A SURVEY ON ELECTRICAL LICENSING IS NOW OPEN
06/20/2017The Ministry of Government Relations is conducting a survey to better understand if provincial regulations related to electrical licensing and the licensing process are adequate, clear and current. Licensed electrical contractors,...
2100 BLOCK HAMILTON STREET CLOSED WEEK OF JUNE 19TH
06/14/2017To all of our apprenticeship clients, please take note that the City of Regina will be closing the 2100 block of Hamilton Street for the week of June 19th for construction work. 14th Avenue is also closed currently....
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES FROM ACROSS THE PROVINCE RECEIVE YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
06/14/2017Seventy Saskatchewan communities are awarding 100 high school students with Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships at graduations this year....
Getting Involved
06/08/2017Are you a skilled tradesperson who wants to give back to the apprenticeship training system? Or, are you an employer who is interested in ensuring the apprenticeship system is top notch and up to date to meet industry’s changing needs? ...
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SASKATOON CLIENTS FOR MAY 9, 2017
05/08/2017Due to city maintenance, the water must be shut off at the Saskatoon office on Tuesday morning, May 9th. As a result, the Saskatoon office must be closed on Tuesday morning....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – SPRING 2017 NEWSLETTER
05/01/2017Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Spring 2017 news....
2016 TAX YEAR DOCUMENTS
02/23/2017Effective February 8, 2017, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) mailed out all documents pertaining to the 2016 Taxation Year....
RELEVANCE 2017
02/17/2017Are you planning your career? Relevance magazine is an annual publication providing career and labour market information in Saskatchewan....
LIVING AWAY FROM HOME ALLOWANCE – DELAYED PAYMENT
12/08/2016Cheques for the Living Away From Home Allowance will be delayed by approximately two (2) business days due to government-wide computer network issues. If you have any questions, please call us toll-free at 1-877-363-0536....
AMENDMENTS TO APPRENTICESHIP AND TRADE CERTIFICATION REGULATIONS
11/28/2016The Government of Saskatchewan today announced amendments to the province’s Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Regulations, 2003, as part of its commitment to ensuring a quality apprenticeship system in the province, and to...
WEBSITE MAINTENANCE – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2016
11/09/2016Please be advised that the SATCC website is scheduled for maintenance on Sunday, November 13, 2016 and may be unavailable periodically throughout the day. As a result, please be sure to visit the site before Sunday for any immediate...
2015-2016 SATCC ANNUAL REPORT
11/01/2016The Commission’s Annual Report for 2015-2016 is now available....
SASKATCHEWAN CELEBRATES SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK
10/31/2016The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 31 to November 6 as Skilled Trades and Technology Week. This proclamation aligns with National Skilled Trades and Technology Week, as well as celebrations happening across the country....
OUTSTANDING NEW JOURNEYPERSONS TO BE CELEBRATED AT ANNUAL APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS
10/20/2016This year, 34 new journeypersons will be recognized for their outstanding achievements at an awards event hosted by the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) at the Queensbury Convention Centre in...
ONE HUNDRED SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATES
10/11/2016One hundred high school graduates from 66 Saskatchewan communities received Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships in 2016....
APPRENTICESHIP FEE UPDATES
09/14/2016Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is committed to maintaining a responsive, industry-driven apprenticeship certification system that meets labour market needs. In order to meet this mandate, Saskatchewan Apprenticeship is raising...
APPRENTICESHIP OFFICES CLOSED – JULY 29 AND AUGUST 1, 2016
07/28/2016Please be advised that all Provincial Government offices will be closed on Friday, July 29, 2016 (Floating Holiday) and Monday, August 1, 2016 (Saskatchewan Day). Services will resume at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 2, 2016....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – SUMMER 2016
07/14/2016Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Summer 2016 news....
COOK ONLINE/IN-CLASS HYBRID TRAINING – NEW!!
07/12/2016The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), in cooperation with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, has developed a Cook apprenticeship technical training program that combines online theory learning with in-class...
CHANGES TO THE LOCKSMITH PROGRAM
06/01/2016The Locksmith program is changing, effective for the 2016-17 academic year. Registration for 2016-17 begins on May 26, 2016....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – SPRING 2016 EDITION
04/14/2016Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Spring 2016 news....
2015 TAX YEAR DOCUMENTS
03/02/2016Effective February 22, 2016, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) mailed out all documents pertaining to the 2015 Taxation Year....
MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR TRADES
01/25/2016Mobile Crane Operator, Mobile Crane Operator (Hydraulic) and Tower Crane Operator were three of the first ten trades involved in the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) Harmonization Initiative project. Following...
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION – WINTER 2015 NEWSLETTER
12/07/2015Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Winter 2015 news....
RECREATION VEHICLE SERVICE TECHNICIAN DESIGNATED AS A TRADE
12/02/2015The Recreation Vehicle Service Technician (RVST) is now a designated, apprenticeable trade in Saskatchewan, according to the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC). Recreation Vehicle Service Technicians...
CELEBRATING A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE IN THE SKILLS TRADES
10/23/2015The best of the best new journeypersons will be recognized for achieving the top marks in their skilled trades at the 2015 Apprenticeship Awards in Regina tonight....
APPRENTICESHIP OFFICE HOURS – OCTOBER 19TH
10/16/2015Please note that all Saskatchewan Apprenticeship offices will close at 4:30 pm on Monday, October 19th due to the Canadian Federal Election....
WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY AND TRADES MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
10/14/2015The Women in Trades & Technology Department of Saskatchewan Polytechnic is launching a mentorship program to link female students enrolled in traditionally male trades with experienced women in trades and technology careers. The...
NOMINATE AN OUTSTANDING EMPLOYER OR INSTRUCTOR!
09/14/2015The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) is calling for nominations for an Outstanding Employer and Outstanding Instructor Award. We ask that you consider nominating a deserving employer or instructor...
NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP SURVEY
09/08/2015The National Apprenticeship Survey (NAS) will be conducted by Statistics Canada from September 2015 to February 2016....
THANK YOU TO OUR 2015 APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS SPONSORS TO DATE!
08/31/2015Be sure to check out all the information about the upcoming Apprenticeship Awards on October 23, 2015....
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INSTALLER PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS
08/18/2015The Sprinkler Systems Installer trade is seeking feedback from industry and the public on their application for compulsory designation status....
YORKTON HAIRSTYLIST PRACTICAL EXAM
08/11/2015Hairstylist apprentices in the Yorkton area – are you ready to complete your practical examination? A practical exam is scheduled in Yorkton for September 21, 2015....
INFOGRAPHIC CONTEST
07/13/2015The skilled trades provide amazing opportunities – so too, does graphic design. We are merging the two worlds through a contest! We are looking for infographic submissions....
APPRENTICESHIP IN ACTION SUMMER 2015
07/13/2015The summer 2015 edition of Apprenticeship in Action is now available!...
RSE – RED SEAL ENDORSEMENT
06/01/2015The administrator of the Red Seal Program, the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA), is pleased to announce the official recognition of the “RSE” acronym (Red Seal Endorsement) for qualified skilled journey persons!...
CARPENTER HYBRID TRAINING AVAILABILITY
05/21/2015The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), in cooperation with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, now offers Carpenter apprenticeship technical training programs that combine online theory learning with in-class...
JOIN US AT SKILLS CANADA!
05/11/2015Please join us for the 2015 Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) on May 27-30, at Prairieland Park, in Saskatoon. SCNC is a national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices....
VOLUNTEER AT SKILLS CANADA!
04/13/2015Skills Canada is holding the national competition in Saskatoon from May 27th to 29th. This event highlights the exceptional talent of skilled trades people. In addition to the competitions themselves, there will be many try-a-trade...
PAYMENTS AT SATCC REGIONAL OFFICES
04/09/2015As of July 1, 2015, the SATCC will no longer be taking cash from clients in any office outside of Regina. Field Consultants will no longer be accepting payments when at the institutes....
2014 TAX YEAR DOCUMENTS
02/26/2015The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has mailed out documents pertaining to the 2014 Taxation Year....
RELEVANCE 2015 MAGAZINE – CAREERS BY DESIGN
01/21/2015This magazine is about taking charge of your choices and designing your career path....
CANADA APPRENTICE LOAN
01/13/2015Minister Ritz announced the launch of the Canada Apprentice Loan in Saskatchewan to help apprentices complete their training....
ONLINE MATH PROGRAM
01/07/2015The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission is happy to announce that online math is available for all apprentices at no cost. The program provides open access for all apprentices to enhance their math skills...
SUPPORT OF SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP REMAINS STRONG
12/15/2014Saskatchewan youth are motivated to enter into the skilled trades due to the many rewarding career options available to them and can be supported by scholarships made possible by donations from industry and matching support from the...
SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNOLOGIES WEEK
11/03/2014Saskatchewan is encouraged to explore and discover the opportunities in the skilled trades and technologies from November 3 to 9, 2014....
2014 APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS
10/24/2014The fourteenth annual Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony and Banquet tonight celebrates 70 years of a successful apprenticeship and trade certification system in Saskatchewan, in addition to the exceptional accomplishments of the 2014...
🎊A big thank you to Chess Club for being a Gold Sponsor of the 2024 Apprenticeship Celebration Dinner! ⭐
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saskatchewan youth apprenticeship (sya)
The Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) program gives high school students the opportunity to learn more about skilled trades career pathways and gain a head start on their skilled trades career, should they register as an apprentice after graduation.
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