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These young people see bright future in trades but say stigma among obstacles in their way

May 30, 2026

Amid rising apprenticeship registrations and new funding to recruit more tradespeople, there's been an uptick of interest in skilled trades. Yet the path isn't always straightforward. Experts buoyed by the current spotlight want sound decision-making to turn young Canadians' curiosity into careers.



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