How to Become a Native Residential Construction Worker in Ontario

• 5 steps without a listed fee

1. Find a sponsor

   The applicant finds a sponsor in Ontario to support their apprenticeship.

   Source

   “1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
2. Apply for apprenticeship

   The applicant applies for an apprenticeship program in Ontario.

   Source

   “2. Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
3. Receive on-the-job training

   The sponsor ensures the apprentice receives the on-the-job training set out in the Apprenticeship Training Standard Logbook or Schedule of Training.

   Source

   “The Apprenticeship Training Standard Logbook or Schedule of Training sets out the on-the-job training requirements.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/sponsor-an-apprentice
4. Register for in-school training

   The apprentice registers for and completes the in-school training required by the program.

   Source

   “## Register for in-school training”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
5. Receive Certificate of Apprenticeship

   Upon completing the apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues the apprentice a Certificate of Apprenticeship.

   Source

   “Upon completion of an apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Apprenticeship.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/native-residential-constr...

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• 4 steps without a listed fee

1. Find a sponsor

   The applicant finds a sponsor in Ontario.

   Source

   “1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
2. Apply for apprenticeship

   The applicant applies for an apprenticeship program in Ontario and checks off the section of the form indicating they completed training in another province.

   Source

   “2. Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario. - On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
3. Provide proof of prior training

   The applicant provides documentation such as work experience letters, technical training transcripts, or proof of apprenticeship registration from their former province or territory.

   Source

   “Proof of apprenticeship registration from their former province or territory: A copy of their training agreement or a registration wallet card.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/sponsor-an-apprentice
4. Verification of training

   Skilled Trades Ontario contacts the applicant to verify their out-of-province training after the application is submitted and applies any credits for prior learning and training.

   Source

   “4. Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices

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