Apprenticeship Manitoba | Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade

Search ETT:

ETT Resources:

ETT Information:

Business Development
Education & Training
Employment & Workforce Development
Export & Trade
International Strategy
Investing in Manitoba

Strengthening the Red Seal-Survey
For 50 years, Canada’s provinces and territories have worked together to build the Red Seal Program, a system of common standards for the skilled trades. The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) is seeking your feedback in an effort to strengthen the Red Seal Program and provide a model that provides even greater support for skills acquisition and skills recognition. Survey closes June 30th, 2011

Apprenticeship introduces AccessManitoba - Services include online application, course registration and payment
AccessManitoba introduces a new way to access government programs and services all in one place - interact online, by phone, or in person. AccessManitoba alsoprovides self service website where profile information can be updated, an Apprenticeship Application can be submitted, and apprentices can register and pay for Apprenticeship Technical Training. Consider registering online for 2011-2012 and avoid in-person, telephone wait times. Login and registration information will be distributed to apprentices the week of June 20th, 2011. Employers currently registered with Apprenticeship Manitoba will also receive login instructions in the coming weeks.

Apprenticeship Technical Training - Begins June 27, 2011
2011-2012 Technical Training Course Calendars are now available. Read the Calendar carefully for course registration instructions and available offerings. In addition to in-person and telephone registration, online course registration for apprentices is also available beginning June 27th through AccessManitoba. Apprentices can login to AccessManitoba by including the username and password provided to them by Apprenticeship Manitoba.

OnLine Services…coming June 2011
New technology is being developed that will support Apprenticeship Manitoba’s service transformation strategy to better meet the needs of our visitors and improve services such as the ability for clients to update contact information and register and pay for technical training online. Additional services will be offered in fall of 2011. To prepare for a smooth transition to access online services, apprentices and employers currently registered with Apprenticeship Manitoba are asked to ensure that their contact information is correct.

Apprenticeship Manitoba to offer online technical training
Online technical training is now available to Manitobans with a new partnership with Manitoba’s three colleges, led by Red River College. Online courses enable Manitobans in urban, rural and northern communities to learn, study and work close to their homes and families. 12 designated trades and common core subjects including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHIMS), math/science and communication will be offered online in 2011-2012. Course listings are available in the Technicial Training Registration Calendar.

Be Proud. Manitoba is a leader in Red Seal Exam Scores
According to recent statistics compiled by the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship over the past seven years (2004-2010), an assessment of Manitoba’s Red Seal exam pass for all trades show that Manitoba’s average score is consistently higher than the Canada’s, the size of Manitoba’s lead over Canada has also been increasing since 2004 and a cross-jurisdictional comparison of Red Seal scores in 2010 demonstrates that Manitoba outperformed all of the other jurisdictions with a pass rate of 84%. For more information, download Interprovincial Red Seal (RS) Program Exam Pass Rates and Manitoba.

Changes to Apprenticeship and Certification Act - General Regulation
Effective February 9, 2011, apprentices who are no longer employed in their trade may apply for a transfer of their apprenticeship agreement to the executive director of Apprenticeship Manitoba for purposes of continuing with technical training. Certain conditions apply.

Rail Car Technician Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Rail Car Technician Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Rail Car Technician Consultation Guide and respond before April 19, 2011.

Diesel Engine Mechanic Consutlations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Diesal Engine Mechanic Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Diesel Engine Mechanic Consultation Guide and respond before April 19, 2011.

Pre-Engineered Building Erector Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Pre-Engineered Building Erector Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Pre-Engineered Building Erector Consultation Guide and respond before April 15, 2011.

Apprenticeship Service Delivery Agents…at your service
Apprenticeship Manitoba has re-organize the way in which we interact with our visitors and current clients at the Winnipeg location in the Norquay Building. Instead of one main service desk, there are a series of service desks with Apprenticeship Manitoba Agents ready to assist with inquiries in a timely and informative manner.

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Residential) Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Plumber Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Residential) Consultation Guide and respond before April 4th, 2011.

Plumber Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Plumber Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Plumber Consultation Guide and respond before April 4th, 2011.

Steamfitter - Pipefitter Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Steamfitter -Pipefitter Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Steamfitter-Pipefitter Consultation Guide and respond before April 4th, 2011.

New Apprenticeable Trade – Water and Wastewater Technician
On February 1, 2011, the Manitoba government registered Water Wastewater Technician trade as two-year apprenticeable trade program.

Important Changes to Motor Vehicle Mechanic Regulation
To remain consistent across Canada and in keeping with the Red Seal trade name, the trade name of Motor Vehicle Mechanic will now be referred to as Automotive Service Technician. Wage rates for this trade will also change as of May 4, 2011.

Motor Vehicle Body Repairer (Painter) Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Motor Vehicle Body Repairer (Painter) Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Motor Vehicle Repairer (Painter) Consultation Guide and respond before April 1, 2011.

New Apprenticeable Trade - Water and Wastewater Technician
On February 1, 2011, the Manitoba government registered Water Wastewater Technician trade as two-year apprenticeable trade program.

Important Changes to Motor Vehicle Mechanic Regulation
To remain consistent across Canada and in keeping with the Red Seal trade name, the trade name of Motor Vehicle Mechanic will now be referred to as AutomotiveService Technician. Wage rates for this trade will also change as of May 4, 2011.

Tim McLean Memorial Bursary Announced
The Tim McLean Memorial Bursary is part of the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund, established in 2009 in response to a need to improve the scholarships and bursary programs available for apprentices in Manitoba. In addition to the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund Bursary, prospective and/or current Aboriginal apprentices in Manitoba are also able to apply for this new bursary program established in memory of Tim McLean, an aspiring Aboriginal Manitoba apprentice interested in becoming a motor vehicle mechanic. This annual bursary will be awarded based primarily on financial need, but academic standing and a personal statement from each applicant will also be taken into consideration. For more information, see section on Finances and Awards.

Rig Technician Consultations
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is seeking feedback for the Rig Technician Trade Regulation . For more information or to respond, download the Rig Technician Consultation Guide and respond before January 28th, 2011.

New Apprenticeable Trade - Power Generation and Transmission Mobile Crane Operator and Power Generation and Transmission Boom Truck Hoist Operator
On November 24, 2010, the Manitoba government registered Power Generation and Transmission Mobile Crane Operator and Power Generation and Transmission Boom Truck Hoist Operator
as three-year apprenticeable trade programs with Manitoba Hydro.

Manitoba Trucking Association Scholarships Awarded to Highest Achieving Apprentices Congratulations to the following recipients of the Manitoba Trucking Association Scholarship for achieving the highest marks in their respective apprenticeship trade. Travis Zinkowski (Bison Transport) Level 1 Transport Trailer Technician, Terrence Degerness (Freightliner Manitoba Ltd.) Level 1 Transport Truck Mechanic, Tim Janzen (Maxim Truck and Trailer) Level 2 Transport Truck Mechanic and Barry Biswanger (Kleysen Transportation Solutions) Level 2 Transport Trailer Technician.

Manitoba Public Insurance Apprenticeship Grant and Tool Allowance
Up to $2,000 is now available after successful completion of each level of the Motor Vehicle Body Repairer and Motor Vehicle Body Painter apprenticeship program. Up to $5,000 is also available to registered apprentices in these trades to help cover the cost of purchasing tools. Click here for more information.

Winners of the 2010 Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction Announced
Following a beautiful celebration at the Fort Garry Hotel, Friday, November 5th, the winners of the 2010 Awards of Distinction were announced. Congratulations to John McNarry - Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Assiniboine College (Instructor of the Year), Evan Bowman - Industrial Instrument Mechanic, HudBay Minerals (Journeyperson of the Year –Rural), Carl Gleich - Carpenter, PCL Constructors (Journeyperson of the Year – Urban), Northland Ford Sales-The Pas,( Employer of the Year- Rural), PCL Constructors Ltd. (Employer of the Year- Urban),Grant Kurian Trucking Ltd. ( Employer of the Year -Internationally Experienced Tradespersons). Apprenticeship Manitoba, along with the Apprenticeship and Certification Board thank all participating employers, journeypersons, instructors and their nominators. Special thanks to the event partners, sponsors, Fort Garry Hotel, Chef Joseph Wojakowski, Chef Helmut Mathae and team of culinary apprentices and pre-employment students for making the 2010 Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction a success!

Make a contribution to the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund
The Apprenticeship Endowment Fund managed in conjunction with the Winnipeg Foundation and overseen by the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund Advisory Committee assists Apprenticeship Manitoba in attracting and retaining a diverse mix of apprentices through the availability of financial incentives made available through this fund. Tax receipts are provided.

Meet the 2010 Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction Top Nominees
The Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction annually honours employers, journeypersons and instructors who have made an outstanding contribution to Apprenticeship training and trade certification. Meet this years’ top finalists.

Inform the Apprenticeship and Certification Board Strategic Plan
The Apprenticeship and Certification Board is looking for your input as to how the apprenticeship and certification system can be further enhanced to benefit all Manitobans. Review the Discussion Guide for information about the nine areas of feedback and how you can make your submission.

Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program Infoline
The Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program has established an Infoline to provide Canadians with a toll-free service to answer frequently-asked-questions about Red Seal as well as financial incentives for apprenticeship. The number is 1-877-599-6933. Callers also have the option of leaving a message and an agent will return their call to answer their questions.

Len Evans Centre Officially Opened at ACC
New trades training facility at Assiniboine Community College, officially opened its doors October 1st, 2010. More infomation.

New Apprenticeable Trade - Construction Craft Worker
On July 21, 2010, the Manitoba government registered Construction Craft Worker as a two-year apprenticeable trade program.

Changes to Existing Trade Regulations
On July 21, 2010, the Manitoba government registered a new trade regulation for the trade of Industrial Welder and made amendments to trade of Hairstylist.

New Apprenticeable Trade - Marine and Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
In September 2009, Marine and Outdoor Power Equipment Technician was designated as a three-year apprenticeable trade in the Province of Manitoba.

Apprenticeship part of winning team for Learning Innovation Award
In a joint partnership with RRC, Apprenticeship Manitoba created this winning e-apprenticeship pilot project of delivering an electrical level 1 course on-line. This course proved to be successful with registered apprentices and there is a demand for more alternate course delivery options. Apprenticeship Manitoba is currently looking at ways to integrate e-learning in its course schedule.

Apprenticeship Manitoba recognized in Manitoba Service Excellence Award-Partnership category
Louisiana Pacific Ltd. (LP) partners with representatives from Apprenticeship Manitoba, Employment Manitoba, Industry and Workforce Development the Northern Manitoba Sector Council and Workplace Education Manitoba, to win the 2010 Manitoba Service Excellence Partnership Award for their work on the innovative Industry Workplace Apprenticeship Host project. The project assisted LP to retain highly skilled journeypersons at a reduced cost to the company, expand apprenticeship opportunities for existing employees, and recruit new apprentices from the surrounding communities during the challenging economic downturn in the Swan River region. During layoff, the Northern Manitoba Sector Council was the employer/host to enable LP journeypersons and apprentices to continue on-site practical training at LP.

2010 Partnership Award Recipients

Apprenticeship on Facebook
Become a fan of Apprenticeship on Facebook. Log on and stay connected to the latest information. Chat with others in the trades and expand your social network in the trades.

Apprenticeship Manitoba awards first annual Endowment Fund Bursary
In 2009, Manitoba Competitiveness, Training and Trade announced the creation of the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund, established to promote participation in the apprenticeship system and support prospective and current apprentices in Manitoba. The Apprenticeship Endowment Fund is managed by the Apprenticeship Endowment Fund Committee (made up of members of the Apprenticeship and Certification Board) in partnership with the Winnipeg Foundation.

Apprenticeship Manitoba is pleased to announce that the first annual Apprenticeship Endowment Fund Bursary 2010 has been granted to a prospective female apprentice planning to register in the Electrician trade.

2010 – 2011 Apprenticeship Technical Training Registration Calendar
Course registration began the week of May 31, 2010. For more information and to register, please review the Calendar for details on your course registration.