Education

Q1

There are no skilled trades training programs in my region. What specific policies does your party propose to enhance trade and apprenticeship programs in BC to ensure a steady supply of skilled workers for the construction industry?

There are skilled trades training programs in every region of our province thanks to us using publicly funded projects to train up the next generation of workers – on the job. Thanks to our support, SkilledTradesBC funds more than 26,000 apprenticeship and foundation training seats to train the next generation of skilled trade construction workers in B.C, and we are just getting started.

For formal instruction off the job site, since taking office our BC NDP government has taken steps to support the construction industry through our Future Ready plan, by making training more accessible and affordable to train the workers that will join the construction industry in British Columbia. Today, technical training is available in more than 65 trades and offered at 15 public post-secondary institutions and non-public training providers. These numbers will continue to grow under our government.

– British Columbia New Democratic Party

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– Conservative Party of British Columbia

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– Green Party of British Columbia

Q2

What initiatives will your party implement to modernize the curriculum and ensure students are equipped with the skills needed for the future job market?

Hard-working British Columbians in the construction sector want to build a good life for themselves and their families. We know that right now, the economy and workplaces are rapidly evolving, providing both challenges and opportunities for workers. The future can feel uncertain in lots of ways, but our BC NDP government is committed to supporting the construction sector to make sure no one falls behind.

That’s why we launched the Workplace Innovation Fund, a program focused on preparing a talented workforce for the challenges that lie ahead, along with supporting industry to adopt new technologies and developing innovative training practices. Our plan to ensure students are equipped with the skills needed for the future job market is supported by our BC NDP government’s $480-million investment to break down barriers in post-secondary education, so more British Columbians can get training for in-demand careers and employers in the construction sector can access the talent they need.

– British Columbia New Democratic Party

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– Conservative Party of British Columbia

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– Green Party of British Columbia

Q3

What policies will your party implement to support continuing education and professional development for construction workers and professionals?

Our government launched TradeUpBC, a one stop shop that supports experienced trades professionals and employers. Giving construction workers and professionals access to new and specialized training opportunities. We know that it is critical that workers can access flexible opportunities, designed to withstand the evolving demands of the job market.

TradeUpBC provides additional reskilling and training opportunities for tradespeople that fall outside of formal apprenticeship training programs. Designed to promptly address the demands of emerging skills in the rapidly evolving construction sector, we made sure that courses were available through various ways, such as online learning, virtual delivery, in-person sessions or blended options, including evening and weekend classes.

– British Columbia New Democratic Party

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– Conservative Party of British Columbia

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– Green Party of British Columbia

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