Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiative
The Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiative (IAI) program is designed for First Nations, Councils, Bands, Organizations, Training Institutions looking to increase and promote awareness of apprenticeship training and understanding of the trades as a career choice.
The IAI accepts proposals yearly, which can include a variety of projects:
- New initiatives not previously undertaken;
- “Introduction to Trades” courses;
- A level of apprenticeship training;
- Cost-share - Upgrader training for tradespeople with full trade time;
- Job coaching for currently registered apprentices;
- Non-trade specific preparation courses for apprentices prior to apprenticeship training; and,
- Projects resulting in a social benefit to the community.
The intake is closed for this year.
For assistance or questions, please contact the Director, Innovation and Inclusion at:
Email: [email protected]
Toll free phone: 1-877-363-0536
Calling all apprentices ages 18-28 to apply for a great opportunity! The Youth Apprenticeship Council (YAC) brings apprentices ages 18–28 from across Canada together to share real experiences, influence decisions, and help shape a stronger, more inclusive apprenticeship system.Now recruiting: Canada’s first Youth Apprenticeship Council
Young trades professionals know what’s working and what’s not in apprenticeship. The Youth Apprenticeship Council (YAC) brings apprentices ages 18–28 from across Canada together to share real experiences, influence decisions, and help shape a stronger, more inclusive apprenticeship system.
If you’re an apprentice with ideas and a desire to make change beyond your own jobsite, this is your chance.
As a YAC member, you will:
• Share lived experience from the system
• Help shape national priorities
• Connect with apprentices across Canada
• Take part in monthly virtual meetings and one in-person forum
• Use your voice to inspire the next generation
Honoraria provided. Travel covered.
Apply by January 20, 2026 at caf-fca.org/research/youth-apprenticeship-council-2/
Let’s build the future of apprenticeship together.
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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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