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This morning, I was pleased to announce $25 million in funding through Budget 2025 for the expansion and renovation of the W.J. Elliott building at @OldsCollege, as part of a three-year total investment of $63 million. This major investment will create more than 540 new trades…

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We are investing $15M over 3 years to support unions in delivering apprenticeship training—creating up to 650 new seats each year in high-demand trades. Learn more by visiting: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Join me this afternoon as our government, along with our partners, announce a new grant program for trades unions to deliver apprenticeship training as part of Budget 2025.

This morning, I was pleased to announce that our government is investing $4 million towards the development of @NorQuest’s new Career Skills Centre. As Alberta’s economy continues to grow and diversify, this investment will help meet the need for increased student capacity, right…

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ICYMI: Last week, I announced a landmark $100 million investment to redevelop the @UAlberta Biological Sciences Building into what will be known as the LIFT Centre, a dynamic and shared laboratory complex where researchers, students, and industry can work together to solve the…

We’re investing $100M to transform the @UAlberta Biological Sciences Building into the Life Sciences Innovation & Future Technologies (LIFT) Centre. This will double lab space, expand programs & foster collaboration in STEM & life sciences: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Alberta’s government is building a skilled workforce to meet the labour needs of today while tackling the challenges of the future. That is why I was so proud to announce this morning that we are investing $100 million to redevelop @UAlberta’s Biological Sciences Building into…

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Big news! #Budget2025 is providing $30M to redevelop the Taylor Family Campus Centre at SAIT, giving students hands-on experience in real medical settings. Learn more: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Our government is committed to protecting the investment Alberta students make in their education. That’s why we have launched an online registry that will allow prospective students to see if a private career college they are interested in has any compliance issues. This will…

Last week, I had the honor of hosting a ceremony to present the King Charles III Coronation Medal to 10 dedicated and passionate members of Alberta’s post-secondary system. Congratulations to the recipients, and thank you for your immense contributions to making Alberta a better…

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On this special day, we celebrate the amazing women shaping our province through science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Let’s empower every girl to explore, innovate and strive for greatness. Read more: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Last fall, the Minister of Advanced Education attended the 47th WorldSkills competition in Lyon, France. From September 10-15, several students from Alberta showcased their talent and skills at the competition. Watch the video below for highlights:

Today I was proud to host a celebration honouring the six talented young Albertans who represented Canada at the @worldskills2024 competition in Lyon, France. These Albertans are among the very best skilled tradespeople anywhere in the world, and their accomplishments make us all…

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🚧 Empowering Indigenous Students for Alberta's Future in Construction 🏠 Alberta’s government is investing more than $1.5 million to support residential construction through Trade Winds programming. This initiative is a huge step toward creating more opportunities for…

In exploring career options, skilled trades offer the opportunity for growth and success – an exciting path for everyone! Christina Kucheruk, an instrumentation apprentice, found her calling in the skilled trades after realizing that university wasn’t the right fit for her.…

Alberta is the best place to have a long and successful career in the skilled trades for every Albertan. These talented women are breaking barriers and stepping into the essential fields that build our province. Supporting initiatives like this Jill of Trades event hosted by…

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Canada’s soldiers, sailors, and aviators have answered the call of duty with courage and selflessness in service of our country. We have a responsibility to ensure that Alberta’s dedicated service members have rewarding post-service career opportunities. I am so pleased to…

Introducing Mary Beazer! Mary is an apprentice cook who is following her culinary dreams. Her journey began in high school when she won national gold in 2022. She recently graduated from @NAIT’s Culinary Arts program, and won third place at the 2024 Skills Provincials…

Career paths are often inspired by hobbies and influenced by those around you. For Mary Beazer, a cook apprentice at NAIT, finding joy in cooking and her grandma’s legacy as a caterer helped define her journey as an apprentice. #STYASpotlight #WouldntTradeItAB

🌅 Early mornings, coffee in hand, sun rising, and nothing but the horizon ahead. This is what working above the ground feels like. Why limit yourself when you can have a front-row seat to the world? 🌇☕ Why not consider a career in the skill trades. Learn more about it on…