Canadian Armed Forces renews their partnership as Premier Sponsor of the Skills Canada National Competition
OTTAWA, Ontario, April 1, 2025 – Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting careers in skilled trades and technologies, is proud to announce that the Canadian Armed Forces will continue their support as Premier Sponsor of the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) 2025, in Regina, Saskatchewan. Their support will make it easier for SCC to help youth showcase their talents in skilled trades and technologies through SCNC.
“We are grateful for the continued support of the Canadian Armed Forces. They have shown commitment to ensure that tomorrow’s workforce knows the importance of skilled trades and technologies and the opportunities available to them in these sectors” said Shaun Thorson, Chief Executive Officer of Skills/Compétences Canada.
On May 29 and 30, 2025, labour groups, industry partners, government officials, educators, and youth will gather at the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) District in Regina, Saskatchewan. Over 500 students and apprentices will compete in more than 40 skilled trade and technology Skill Areas. This year promises to be exciting as it is a qualifying year for competitors to be part of Team Canada and participate at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Eligible medalists will get the chance to represent Canada at the prestigious WorldSkills Competition.
“The Canadian Armed Forces is once again pleased to continue our partnership with Skills/Compétences Canada,” said Colonel Adam McCabe, Commander, Canadian Forces Recruiting Group. The youth competing in this event demonstrate exceptional skills and passion and we want to ensure that they are aware of available opportunities to continue their educational growth as well as the many technologically focused career options in the Canadian Armed Forces.”
Skilled trades and technologies play a crucial role in Canada’s economy but due to the aging workforce the country is in demand for skilled trade workers. According to BuildForce Canada the construction industry alone will need to hire over 300,000 workers by 2030 to meet the demand. SCNC helps promote skilled careers and creates possibilities for our future skilled workforce.
About Skills/Compétences Canada
Skills Canada was founded in 1989 as a national, not-for-profit organization with Member Organizations in each of the provinces/territories that work with employers, educators, labour groups and governments to promote skilled trade and technology careers among Canadian youth. Its unique position among private and public-sector partners enables it to work toward securing Canada’s future skilled labour needs while helping young people discover rewarding careers. Skills Canada offers experiential learning opportunities including skilled trade and technology competitions for hundreds of thousands of young Canadians through regional, provincial/territorial, national and international events, as well as skilled trade awareness programs. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, Skills/Compétences Canada is the Canadian Member Organization of WorldSkills. Follow Skills/Compétences Canada on X, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
About Canadian Armed Forces
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are consistently ranked among the top 25 employers in Canada. All our members enjoy a range of prestigious full-and part-time career options in fields like skilled trades, healthcare, law, IT and engineering, the possibility of specializing in your career, accelerated responsibilities and faster advancement opportunities than in the civilian world, the chance to travel and work around the world, and a full range of enviable benefits and advantages. The Canadian Forces serve on the sea, on land, and in the air, with the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. For more information, visit: forces.ca/bi.
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Media Contact: Michèle Rogerson, 613-266-4771, micheler@skillscanada.com.
