Sponsoring & Hiring Apprentices

A sponsor is an organization committed to ensuring that apprentices receive quality mentorship while on the job and supporting their progression to complete their apprenticeship training. There is a formal Apprenticeship Education Agreement signed by both the sponsor and the apprentice which is registered with Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT). A sponsor will also assist in the monitoring, verification, and reporting of the apprentice's on the job hours in their competency portfolio.  

An employer is a company or individual that hires and pays the apprentice for their work. The employer provides on the job mentorship to the apprentice, usually under the guidance of a certified journeyperson, to ensure continuous refinement of skills and ongoing learning while on the job.