Construction Labour Relations Alberta President Joe McFadyen met with the Alberta Skilled Trades Caucus last Tuesday to discuss strategies for addressing workforce challenges – and opportunities – in the construction sector. We shared CLRA’s vision to grow a sustainable, skilled workforce through our Seed vs. Sod approach – the concept of utilizing both short- and long-term trades recruitment methods. Our ongoing advocacy work and stakeholder partnerships were also highlighted, including our collaborations with the Government of Alberta and Building Trades of Alberta.
With 20,000 new workers needed over the next decade to support the province’s fast-growing infrastructure development, the CLRA continues to champion the need for increased apprenticeships, mentorships, and greater employee engagement for young workers.
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