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Liberals roll out plan to offer paid, four-month placements in skilled trades

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Lord, C. (2026, September 18). Liberals roll out plan to offer paid, four-month placements in skilled trades. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/liberals-roll-out-plan-to-offer-paid-four-month-placements-in-skilled-trades/article_25b7406e-e319-51c4-b1b7-959ad7ca130c.html

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Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu announced a federal initiative providing $880 million for paid job placements lasting up to four months in the skilled trades sector for young Canadian workers. The program aims to offer practical experience prior to entering an apprenticeship, with enrollment expected to begin early next year.

Written by AI on 2026-09-18, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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In October, the Canadian government announced a $880-million initiative aimed at encouraging young Canadians to pursue careers in skilled trades. Starting early next year, eligible youth can access paid placements lasting up to four months to gain hands-on experience before beginning an apprenticeship. This program is part of a larger $8-billion investment made by the Liberals in spring 2025 to promote skilled trades across Canada. The initiative also includes discussions with provinces and territories for bilateral agreements that would provide them with $2 billion to expand access to pre-apprenticeship and technical training programs. Additionally, those who complete an apprenticeship and earn a Red Seal certification will be eligible for a $5,000 bonus, available from late 2025 onwards.

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OTTAWA - Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu says the federal government is putting $880 million behind a plan to get young workers paid, on-the-job experience in the skilled trades. asserted

workers → say → trades

Starting early next year, young Canadians will be able to access paid job placements for up to four months to get hands-on experience before beginning an apprenticeship. asserted

Canadians → start → apprenticeship

Liberals roll out plan to offer paid, four-month placements in skilled trades

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