2024 BC Premier unveils plan to double trade-apprentice seats, invest $150M in SkilledTradesBC to boost trades training, targeting critical infra projects.

British Columbia Premier David Eby has unveiled a plan to double the province's trade-apprentice seats from 26,000 to 50,000, investing $150 million in SkilledTradesBC over three years. This initiative aims to enhance training opportunities in skilled trades such as bricklaying and electrical work, addressing the demand for workers needed for critical infrastructure projects, including hospitals and schools. The announcement was made during the 2024 election campaign.

September 26, 2024
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