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Saskatchewan to spend $1.92 million on two skilled trades centres

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Saskatchewan to spend $1.92 million on two skilled trades centres

REGINA, SASK. – The government of Saskatchewan is allocating $1.92 million in funding to the Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres.

The Trades and Skills Centres in Regina and Saskatoon deliver short-term in-demand trades and skills programs leading to entry-level jobs, a government of Saskatchewan release said.

“Saskatchewan continues to attract record investment, bringing major projects to the province which will generate significant economic activity and an increased demand for the skilled trades. Through this funding, we are creating more opportunities for Saskatchewan people looking to enter the trades, while building a skilled labour force to help employers fill in-demand positions. Our government will continue to make these targeted investments, leading to strong and vibrant communities,” provincial minister of immigration and career training Jeremy Harrison said.

The funding will go to continued skills training program delivery and administration, the release added.

“With so many current and future employment opportunities on the rise in our province the iron is hot for those looking to enter, re-enter or upskill in the workforce. Continued funding from the government of Saskatchewan allows our centre to be nimble and responsive as we work with employers big and small to provide quick, responsive training to those ready to contribute to our growing economy and who may not have had the ability to obtain training otherwise,” Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre executive director Karen Cederwall said.

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David Parkinson Image David Parkinson

I entered the pre employment welding program in 1972 and with the skills learned I was able to join the workforce in spring 1973 as a knowledgeable and confident tradesperson.

Andrew Patterson Image Andrew Patterson

It’s important to have training available to residents of Saskatchewan to keep our economy growing.

Jacob badger Image Jacob badger

It’s unfortunate that the trades center only permits you to do one trade.
I did a trade 15 years ago as entry level chef . Did not finish it. Tried to come back 10 years later to get into construction and was told they only allow 1 time entry

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