Saskatchewan Invests $3.5 Million in Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres | Information and Media

Released on May 5, 2026

The Government of Saskatchewan has elevated funding by $534,000 to the Trades and Skills Centres in Saskatoon and Regina, bringing the overall funding to $3.5 million. This enhance will fund three further applications at each Trades and Skills Centres.

“Our government is making targeted investments to protect our workforce in the province,” Immigration and Career Training Minister Eric Schmalz mentioned. “Investments into the Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Center help Saskatchewan employers fill the skilled jobs being created by our strong and growing economy.” 

The Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres ship short-term demand pushed trades and abilities applications that result in entry-level jobs. These coaching centres work with employers and trade to supply hands-on coaching experiences that meet the wants of learners, employers and the labour market.

The Regina Trades and Skills Centre enrolled 174 college students in 2024-25.

“We are incredibly grateful for the Government of Saskatchewan’s continued investment in Regina Trades and Skills Centre” RTSC Executive Director Brian Shankowsky mentioned. “This funding allows us to expand our programming and respond directly to the needs of local employers, while giving more individuals the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on training. At RTSC, our focus is on helping people build confidence, develop skills and secure employment – and this support plays a key role in making that happen. This funding not only strengthens our capacity to move forward with confidence but also reinforces the importance of collaboration in building a stronger and more connected community. We are proud to be part of strengthening Saskatchewan’s workforce and economy.”

The Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre enrolled 138 college students in 2024-25.

“Entry level employees are in demand in industries across the province; this additional funding from the Government of Saskatchewan will allow us to offer an additional three demand led industry training programs a year,” Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre Executive Director Karen Cederwall mentioned. “This funding permits us to assist Saskatchewan residents entry coaching that meets their wants and the wants of employers. We want to thank the Government of Saskatchewan for recognizing the vital work we do which contributes to the expansion and sustainability of our province.

The Government of Saskatchewan works with coaching suppliers just like the Regina and Saskatoon Trade and Skills Centres to assist put together Saskatchewan folks for jobs. These focused investments into coaching applications help Building the Workforce for a Growing Economy: The Saskatchewan Labour Market Strategy, which outlines how the province is making certain Saskatchewan has the labour drive it must help employer demand and that Saskatchewan folks profit from the province’s rising economic system. 

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