The federal government has earmarked an investment of more than $9 million to prepare as many as 1,500 internationally trained skilled workers to complete their Red Seal certifications in several construction trades.
Employment and Workforce Development Minister Randy Boissonnault announced the funding on November 13. The money, which is being provided through the federal Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Program, will go to the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Canadian District (UBC) to support the UBC Bridge to Red Seal Program.