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What’s New at Apprenticeship
NEW : Foreign Apprentices on Work Permits in the Residential Construction Sector
The Government of Canada has introduced a temporary measure that allows active apprentices with a valid work permit and who are working in certain residential constriction occupations to apply to the Government of Canada for permission to take training without a study permit. This temporary measure is in place until February 2027.
Visit the news release for more information: Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures - Canada.ca]
To check if you are eligible and apply to Government of Canada, visit Public policy allowing certain apprentices to study without a study permit - Canada.ca.
You are required to provide the approved Authorization Letter from the Government of Canada to Apprenticeship Manitoba before you will be able to register for technical training while on a work-permit. Once you have obtained your Authorization Letter, contact your Apprenticeship Training Coordinator and they will assist you with being able to register for technical training.
NEW WEBPAGES for the New Occupations of Baker and Powerline Technician:
The web pages for these occupations are now available, including application forms, requirements and Red Seal Exam Information for the Trades Qualification process.
For the Occupation of Baker, please click here
For the Occupation of Powerline Technician, please click here
NEW! Apprenticeship Manitoba is going GREEN!
As of January 15, 2025, Apprenticeship Manitoba will no longer be accepting paper applications (including digital copies of paper applications) for apprenticeship agreements. Only applications submitted through accessmanitoba.ca will be accepted.
If you would like guidance in applying, please refer to the Supports/Tutorials page on the Access Manitoba website.
204-945-3337, if you have additional accessibility needs that require assistance or accommodation.
NEW! Regulatory Amendments to the Apprenticeship and Certification System
Several important changes have been made to the apprenticeship and certification system in Manitoba, to enable efficient program response to emerging industry needs, align Manitoba with interprovincial Red Seal standards, and to focus on high-quality apprentice training and safety.
These changes will take effect on October 30, 2024. Please click on the document below to review all changes and how they may affect you.
For additional information, please see the Apprentice to Journeyperson Ratio FAQ.
***The Apprenticeship Manitoba website may currently display information which is inconsistent with the regulatory changes outlined in this document. Please refer to the Apprenticeship and Certification System Regulatory Amendments PDF as the most accurate source of information.
NEW: Apprenticeship Manitoba Awards of Distinction
Apprenticeship Manitoba and the Apprenticeship and Certification Board hosted the 18th annual Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction gala on November 21, 2024. This event was a celebration of excellence that recognized the outstanding contributions that employers, journeypersons and instructors make to Manitoba’s apprenticeship system. Visit our Events page to review this year’s award recipients. Nomination forms for next year’s event will be coming soon!
Suspension of Review and Approval of Any New Accredited Programs for the Trade of Esthetician and the sub-trades of Nail Technician and Skin Care Technician
On April 20, 2023, the Apprenticeship and Certification Board approved the updated Provincial Occupational Standards for the trade of Esthetician and its two sub-trades of Nail Technician and Skin Care Technician.
Effective immediately and until further notice, Apprenticeship Manitoba will be suspending the review and approval of any new accredited programs in the trades of Esthetician, Nail Technician and Skin Care Technician.
For more information, visit the Esthetician trade page.
NEW: Highest Achievement Awards
The Highest Achievement Awards is a formal awards ceremony held each year to honour the most outstanding new journeypersons, and recognize employers and leaders in Manitoba’s skilled trades.
This year’s 32nd Annual Highest Achievement Awards ceremony is being held on May 2, 2024 at the Manitoba Legislative Building. The individuals selected for these awards have completed all the requirements of their apprenticeship training and are honoured for excellence in both their academic achievements and on-the-job training.
Please join us in saluting the outstanding achievements of all our hard-working journeypersons.
