A day in the trades
At NEXT in Trades, you'll get the chance to meet with NAIT graduates, staff and industry members who will share their experiences, explore lab and shop spaces, and get your hands dirty by participating in hands-on skilled trades workshops.
The hands-on workshops are taught by current NAIT instructors in a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment. Learn more about each workshop below!
Why a career in the skilled trades?
Skilled trades will continue to be in high demand as there will be more than 256,000 new apprentices needed over the next 5 years in Canada.* This provides endless opportunities for a rewarding and meaningful career that is essential to communities across Canada.
A career in the skilled trades can provide financial security and independence, benefits, and the opportunity to work in many important industries such as construction, manufacturing, transportation, oil and gas, and renewable energy.
At NAIT, we offer several pathways into a skilled trades career including:
*Source: Government of Canada
Learn more about NAIT apprenticeship training and pathways
Get involved
Help create a memorable experience at Next in Trades by becoming a sponsor or volunteer at an upcoming event. Contact nextintrades@nait.ca to learn how you can get involved.