A stable apprenticeship system is essential to Alberta’s construction workforce. National data shows apprenticeship registrations are increasing, but completion rates and early retention remain behind. This affects project delivery, workforce […]
CLRA will be promoting skilled trades careers to rodeo youth and all those attending the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton this October. CLRA is the presenting sponsor of the saddle […]
For more than a decade, the Workforce Development Trust (WFDT), a joint industry initiative, has invested in programs to support Alberta’s skilled trades workforce. WFDT directs industry‑funded contributions to organizations […]
Alberta’s construction sector drives the economy, and building a strong, skilled workforce is a shared responsibility across government, industry and the education sector. The province is facing a major skilled […]
On June 16, CLRA welcomed Mike Holden, Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist with the Business Council of Alberta (BCA), for an Industry Insights session focused on the economic […]
Alberta and Canada have agreed on a plan that could lead to construction of a new Indigenous co‑owned west coast oil pipeline as early as 2027. For CLRA members, this […]
On April 29th, Prime Minister Carney attended the CBTU conference in Gatineau, Quebec to announce the Team Canada Strong initiative. Team Canada Strong represents the largest single federal investment in […]
CLRA recently brought together MLAs, industry partners, government officials and post‑secondary leaders for a focused discussion on the workforce and regulatory conditions that directly shape Alberta’s construction sector, titled Building […]
Understanding workforce demand in Alberta is critical for construction employers, and effective labour planning depends on having accurate data. A new report from the Canada West Foundation highlights why it […]
CLRA’s partnership with the Edmonton Elks is entering its third season in 2026 and, with a new five-year agreement now in place, there is plenty more to come. Back again […]
