62 changes across Canada · official sources checked today, 1:00 AM ET · newest added yesterday
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- Manitoba sets new apprenticeship technical training tuition feesApprentices in Manitoba pay $425 (4 weeks) to $575 (10 weeks) for a technical training block that starts in 2026/2027.
- New Brunswick apprenticeship law adds compliance orders and recognises apprentices from other provinces (September 1, 2026)Apprentices already registered in another province or territory pay $0 to register in New Brunswick and $0 to have their training assessed for credit.
- Manitoba's Technical Safety Act replaces the Elevator Act, with new permits, licences and incident reportingFailures of safety equipment used in regulated work must now be reported as dangerous incidents.
- NWT sets new electrical, gas and boiler permit fees from June 15, 2026The registration fee for a qualified electrical worker in the NWT is $88.
- New Brunswick apprenticeship block training tuition is $0 from April 1, 2026If you are a registered apprentice in New Brunswick, block training tuition is $0 for training on or after April 1, 2026 (it was $85 a week).
- Federal recognition of provincial trade and occupational licencesCertified tradespeople can apply for federal recognition of their provincial authorization without re-qualifying.
- PEI requires certified installers and a permit for fire alarm, sprinkler and suppression systemsTrainee installers may work only under the supervision of a certified installer of the same class.