Skilled trades are very popular among Canadian citizens, who are increasingly turning to this training to enter the Canadian educational and, subsequently, labor system, but what does skilled trades mean, what are their benefits and what educational options are available to study them in this country? In this article by Immiland Education, the educational consulting department of the immigration process company Immiland, we address this topic aimed at foreigners who are interested in specializing in one of these areas in order to integrate into the Canadian labor market quickly. 

In Canada, skilled trades refer to training and certification programs that prepare individuals to work in skilled or technical trades. These programs are designed to teach practical skills and specific knowledge needed to work in a variety of fields, such as construction, electrical, plumbing, welding, carpentry, auto mechanics, among others .

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What are the benefits of studying a skilled trade?

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Specializing in a program of this type can bring several benefits, among which we can highlight:

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1. Allows the student to opt for a high demand for specialized skills:‍2.

In Canada, there is a steady demand for workers in skilled trades due to an aging workforce and economic growth in sectors such as construction, mining, manufacturing and others. This demand can increase wage competitiveness for workers trained in skilled trades.‍

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2. The worker has a better chance of filling vacancies due to the shortage of skilled labor: ‍.

There is a shortage of skilled foreign workers in many skilled trades fields in Canada, which has resulted in employers often being willing to offer higher wages to attract and retain talent in these fields.‍

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3. Includes apprenticeship and certification programs:

Skilled trades programs in Canada are often supported by nationally or provincially recognized certifications. Earning these certifications can increase a worker's value in the job market and, therefore, lead to higher wages.‍

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4. Offers skill- and experience-based salary payment:‍

In many cases, wages in the skilled trades are linked to the worker's skills and experience and, as these increase, they are likely to be able to negotiate higher wages with their employers.

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‍5.It includes other compensation:‍

In addition to base salaries, many workers in the skilled trades may also receive additional benefits, such as performance bonuses, health insurance and pensions.

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What are some of the most popular curricula in these areas?

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Institutions by province and details of some skilled trades programs are listed below. Immiland Canada has zero application fee agreements with some of these institutions:

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Name of the institution:

FlemingCollege - Frost

Province: Ontario
City: Lindsay

Type of program: College Diploma
Program Name: Resources Drilling Technician (RDB) (Optional Co-op)

Gross tuition + extra fees: 44.472,00 CAD

Application fee: 0.00 CAD with Immiland for a savings of 100.00 CAD.

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September), winter (winter, January).

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

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Name of the institution:

‍FlemingCollege 

Province: Ontario
City: Peterborough

Program Type: College Diploma
Program name: Welding and Fabrication Technician (WFT)

Gross tuition + extra fees: 34.342,00 CAD

Application fee: 0.00 CAD with Immiland for a savings of 100.00 CAD.

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September)

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

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Name of the institution:

‍AlgonquinCollege - Perth

Province: Ontario
City: Perth

Program Type: College Diploma
Program name: Heritage Carpentry and Joinery

Gross tuition + extra fees: 0,00 CAD with Immiland for a savings of 95,00 CAD.

Application fee: 100,00 CAD 

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September)

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

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Name of the institution:

‍NiagaraCollege - Welland

Province: Ontario
City: Welland

Type of program: College Diploma
Program Name: Carpentry and Renovation Technician (0757) (Co-op)

Gross tuition + extra fees: 36,958.00 CAD

Application fee: 0.00 CAD with Immiland for a savings of 100.00 CAD.

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September), spring (spring, May), winter (winter, January).

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

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Name of the institution:

‍NorthernAlberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Souch

Province: Alberta

City: Edmonton

Type of program: College Diploma
Program Name : Advanced Welding Technology

Gross tuition + extra fees: 41.988,00 CAD

Application fee: 0.00 CAD with Immiland for a savings of 150.00 CAD.

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September)

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

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Name of the institution:

‍NewBrunswick Community College - Saint John

Province: New Brunskwick
City: Saint John

Type of program: College Diploma
Program Name: Carpentry (Optional Co-op)

Gross tuition + extra fees: 23.314,00 CAD

Application fee: 100,00 CAD

Duration: 2 years

Intake: fall (fall, September)

Language: English
Recommended date of application: 1 year before the start of classes

These programs are of enormous benefit because they are projected to be in high demand in the coming years within the country, so if you are interested in studying one of these skilled trades, do not hesitate to contact our certified advising team. At Immiland, we work with more than 100 educational institutions and can help you with your entire admission process in Canada at no administrative cost. 

If you would like to start your study project in a skilled trades, just write to us at education@immilandcanada.com.

With love,

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Immiland Education