How It Works
Paid training. Real work. Your future starts here
We link youth with employers for hands-on, paid training on real job sites, no time off school required.
What participants receive
Everything you need to get started.
Basic trade training before your first day on site — covering Concrete Finishers, Drywall Installers and Finishers, Flooring, and Framer-Carpenter
$20/hour pay throughout the entire training period
Safety certificates: WHMIS, Construction Safety, and Fall Protection
Transportation provided to all training and work sites
Two-week training sessions (4 hours, 4 days per week) available in your community
Direct connection to a local employer in your trade
All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
Personal supports if needed: counselling, job coaching, mentorship, and tutoring to complete your High School diploma
Training locations
Find training in your community.
Two-week training sessions run in communities across BC. Select your community to see upcoming dates and availability.
What we ask of you
The commitment is simple.
This program is built for people who are ready to show up and put in the work. Here's what that looks like:
Show up on time
Your employer and mentor are counting on you. Reliability is the most important skill in the trades — and it starts on day one.
Stay focused on the task
Trade work demands attention and care. Bring your focus to every shift and you'll build skills faster than you think.
2 weeks of training
Complete your two-week introductory training in your community — 4 hours a day, 4 days a week.
3 months on the job site
Work under a company mentor on a real job site for three months. Every day counts toward your Red Seal.
Ready to apply?
Start your application today.
Applications are open for youth in Grade 12 or age 17 and older. Spots fill fast — apply now to secure your place in the next training session near you.