Event Brief
Canada to fund paid four-month skilled trade placements
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 11:10 AM ET
Summary: The federal government plans to spend $880 million over five years on a program offering paid, four-month placements for young Canadians in the skilled trades. Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu said the initiative will begin in early 2027 and provide on-the-job experience as part of a broader $8 billion commitment to promote trades.
WHO: Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu
WHAT: Announcement of a federal paid skilled trade placement program for youth
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026
WHERE: Canada
WHY: To help more young Canadians pursue careers in skilled trades by providing paid on-the-job experience.
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