Apprentice to journeyperson ratios are regulated under section 10 of the Apprenticeship and Certification — General Regulation. Employers must assign a certified journeyperson or designated trainer to supervise the on-the-job training and ensure apprentices are provided guidance, feedback and opportunities for them to develop their skills.

On October 30, 2024, the regulation changed to be a 1:1 apprentice to journeyperson ratio; it was previously a 2:1 ratio.
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The apprenticeship program relies on employers to hire and train apprentices on the job. Your participation ensures the next generation of workers become confident in the skills that they use to work in their trade and contribute to the Manitoba workforce.

Many employers see the apprenticeship program as a key recruitment and retention strategy that provides an impressive return on investment. For small-, medium- and large- sized companies, hiring apprentices is a smart business move that comes with many benefits:

Trained Your Way

Train your apprentice for the unique skills and standards that best serve your business and customers.

Get the Right Fit

Choose an apprentice that has a good culture fit for your team.

Tax Credits and Grants

Qualify for provincial and federal government tax credits and grants.

Retain Skills and Knowledge

Have journeypersons mentor the next generation, transferring their vital skills and experience that can only be learned on the job.

Replacement Planning

Future proof your business from retirements.

Quality Work

Apprentices become journeypersons who have achieved/attained provincial/national trades training standards.

Future Focused

Apprentices also bring the latest technologies and techniques from technical training back to the workplace, which further strengthens your team and business.

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