Attention SMACNA-AB Members

The Government of Canada has introduced the Red Seal Completion Bonus, providing a $5,000 payment to eligible journeypersons who complete their apprenticeship training and achieve certification in an eligible Red Seal trade, including the Sheet Metal Worker trade.

Individuals who obtained their Red Seal certification on or after April 1, 2025 may be eligible to apply. Applications open November 16, 2026.

This initiative is part of the federal government's effort to strengthen Canada's skilled trades workforce and encourage apprenticeship completion across the country. Eligible journeypersons may receive $5,000 for each Red Seal trade certification earned through a completed apprenticeship program.

SMACNA-AB encourages all eligible Sheet Metal Journeypersons to review the program details and prepare the necessary documentation for application.

For more information and eligibility requirements, visit:

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/red-seal-completion-bonus.html

Investing in skilled tradespeople strengthens our industry, our contractors, and the future of Alberta's sheet metal workforce.