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Catch the Video Highlights from Day One of the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina
This video features highlights of SCNC including competitors from each province and territory, and each sector REGINA, Saskatchewan, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yesterday, the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) 2025 was kicked off at the REAL District, in Regina. Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC) is livestreaming the event for the fourth time this year. Viewers will be able to watch the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, highlights from onsite competitors from different Skill Areas, interviews, and much more! The livestream will include competition footage and onsite interviews with partners, alumni, industry celebrities, members of the National Technical Committee and the National Board of Directors. SCC will release a daily competition highlights video at the end of each day, including footage from both yesterday and today. Media can download and edit the Day 1 video here to feature content relevant to them. In addition, here is the cue sheet. The video includes highlights from all six sectors and showcases competitors from every province and territory. Day 2 footage will be included in a press release following the Closing Ceremony on May 31, which will also announce SCNC results, medalists, and the official members of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026, who will compete at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Full livestream recordings are available on SCC's YouTube channel. SCNC is the only national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices in the country. The goal of the competition is to encourage students and apprentices to excel in their chosen skilled trade or technology, and to create awareness of the many incredible career opportunities that are available to youth. SCNC Regina 2025 includes more than 500 competitors from across Canada who will participate in more than 40 skilled trade and technology competitions. About Skills/Compétences CanadaSkills/Compétences Canada was founded in 1989 as a national, not‐for‐profit organization that works with employers, educators, labour groups and governments to promote skilled trade and technology careers among Canadian youth. For information on Skills Canada's programs and SCNC, visit: Follow SCC on X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok. The event hashtag is #SCNC2025. PHOTOGRAPHYView the SCC Flickr page to access and upload hundreds of high-resolution pictures of competitors in action. MEDIA CONTACT: Michèle Rogerson, micheler@ 613-266-4771.
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2 days ago
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The Stage is Set! The Skills Canada National Competition 2025 Kicks Off in Regina!
Excitement was in the Air as the Skills Canada National Competition 2025 was Launched during the Opening Ceremony! The Opening Ceremony officially launches the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina. REGINA, Saskatchewan, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yesterday afternoon, the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) 2025 was officially launched during the Opening Ceremony. This two-day competition will take place on May 29 and 30 at the REAL District, in Regina, Saskatchewan. At SCNC, over 500 competitors from across Canada will be competing in more than 40 skilled trade and technology Skill Areas for the opportunity to be named the best in the country, in their chosen field. In addition, there will be over 50 interactive Try-A-Trade® and Technology activities, enabling thousands of visitors the opportunity to explore, try several trades and technologies and test their skills. The goal of the competition is to encourage youth to excel in their skilled trade or technology, and to create awareness of the incredible career opportunities that are available in these sectors across Canada. 'We are thrilled to host the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina, for the first time! SCNC is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and educate thousands of youth across Canada about the exciting, rewarding, and high-demand careers available in the skilled trades and technologies," said Shaun Thorson, Chief Executive Officer of Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC). There are several additional SCC events happening in conjunction with SCNC. This includes the Skills Showcase: Featuring First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Skills, where talented local artists demonstrate the connections between their craft and the skilled trades. Then, the Empowering Women in Trades (EWIT) space where so you can meet inspiring women who have pursued a career in the skilled trades. This space invites young women to discover the amazing opportunities that exist for them in these careers. EWIT will also feature industry celebrities such as Sherry Holmes, Contractor, TV Host and DIY Enthusiast and Arianna Dyck, Miss Rodeo Queen Agribition Alumni 2023 – 2024 and Welding Apprentice. In addition, the Skills for Success (SFS) Stage will host informative presentations and fun activities for all visitors attending SCNC. The Skills for Success Forum, on the morning of May 29, will gather stakeholders from government, education and industry with a focus on the SFS of Writing. Lastly, a livestream featuring the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, competition footage and onsite interviews with celebrities, partners, alumni, members of the National Technical Committee and the National Board of Directors will be accessible through SCC's YouTube Channel. To see the full livestream schedule and what's coming up next, check out our website and our social media channels. In addition, SCC will be distributing a competition highlights video on May 30. The Closing Ceremony, where the results of the competition will be announced, will take place on May 31, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, at the Brandt Centre. Also, there will be a Winner's Circle where the medalists will be professionally photographed and interviewed; media are invited to attend. According to Employment and Social Development Canada about 700,000 of the four million Canadians who work in the trades are set to retire by the end of the decade, creating a significant shortage of skilled tradespeople. About Skills/Compétences CanadaSkills/Compétences Canada was founded in 1989 as a national, not‐for‐profit organization that works with employers, educators, labour groups and governments to promote skilled trade and technology careers among Canadian youth. For information on SCC's programs visit For more information about SCNC visit: MEDIA CONTACT: Michèle Rogerson, micheler@ 613-266-4771. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at:
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2 days ago
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The Stage is Set! The Skills Canada National Competition 2025 Kicks Off in Regina!
Excitement was in the Air as the Skills Canada National Competition 2025 was Launched during the Opening Ceremony! The Opening Ceremony officially launches the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina. REGINA, Saskatchewan, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yesterday afternoon, the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) 2025 was officially launched during the Opening Ceremony. This two-day competition will take place on May 29 and 30 at the REAL District, in Regina, Saskatchewan. At SCNC, over 500 competitors from across Canada will be competing in more than 40 skilled trade and technology Skill Areas for the opportunity to be named the best in the country, in their chosen field. In addition, there will be over 50 interactive Try-A-Trade® and Technology activities, enabling thousands of visitors the opportunity to explore, try several trades and technologies and test their skills. The goal of the competition is to encourage youth to excel in their skilled trade or technology, and to create awareness of the incredible career opportunities that are available in these sectors across Canada. 'We are thrilled to host the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina, for the first time! SCNC is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and educate thousands of youth across Canada about the exciting, rewarding, and high-demand careers available in the skilled trades and technologies," said Shaun Thorson, Chief Executive Officer of Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC). There are several additional SCC events happening in conjunction with SCNC. This includes the Skills Showcase: Featuring First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Skills, where talented local artists demonstrate the connections between their craft and the skilled trades. Then, the Empowering Women in Trades (EWIT) space where so you can meet inspiring women who have pursued a career in the skilled trades. This space invites young women to discover the amazing opportunities that exist for them in these careers. EWIT will also feature industry celebrities such as Sherry Holmes, Contractor, TV Host and DIY Enthusiast and Arianna Dyck, Miss Rodeo Queen Agribition Alumni 2023 – 2024 and Welding Apprentice. In addition, the Skills for Success (SFS) Stage will host informative presentations and fun activities for all visitors attending SCNC. The Skills for Success Forum, on the morning of May 29, will gather stakeholders from government, education and industry with a focus on the SFS of Writing. Lastly, a livestream featuring the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, competition footage and onsite interviews with celebrities, partners, alumni, members of the National Technical Committee and the National Board of Directors will be accessible through SCC's YouTube Channel. To see the full livestream schedule and what's coming up next, check out our website and our social media channels. In addition, SCC will be distributing a competition highlights video on May 30. The Closing Ceremony, where the results of the competition will be announced, will take place on May 31, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, at the Brandt Centre. Also, there will be a Winner's Circle where the medalists will be professionally photographed and interviewed; media are invited to attend. According to Employment and Social Development Canada about 700,000 of the four million Canadians who work in the trades are set to retire by the end of the decade, creating a significant shortage of skilled tradespeople. About Skills/Compétences CanadaSkills/Compétences Canada was founded in 1989 as a national, not‐for‐profit organization that works with employers, educators, labour groups and governments to promote skilled trade and technology careers among Canadian youth. For information on SCC's programs visit For more information about SCNC visit: MEDIA CONTACT: Michèle Rogerson, micheler@ 613-266-4771. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at: in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Canada Standard
2 days ago
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Accessibility Standards Canada releases new standard to help build adaptable homes that work for everyone
Canada News Centre 29 May 2025, 20:30 GMT+10 May 29, 2025 Gatineau, Quebec Accessibility Standards Canada Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce today the publication of the CAN/ASC-2.8:2025 - Accessible-Ready Housing standard. This new equity-based standard intends to help ensure homes are designed for adaptability, and ready to be accessible. The standard provides practical accessible-ready design requirements - making it easier to meet people's needs and reduce barriers over time. It covers everything from entrances, kitchens, bathrooms, and stairs, to parking, and emergency features. It helps to prevent barriers before they exist by building flexible features into the design of homes. For instance: reinforced walls for future lifts or grab bars clear doorways and paths of travel for mobility devices reachable or easily modified operating controls, like thermostats Accessible-ready housing allows people to adapt their homes to changing needs - whether it's aging in place or accommodating a disability. Designing with accessibility from the start leads to smarter, more cost-effective housing and solutions. CAN/ASC 2.8, Accessible-Ready Housing has been approved as a National Standard of Canada by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). This recognition means that the standard meets SCC's rigorous standards development requirements. This includes a full public review and alignment with international best practices. The standard was developed by an Accessibility Standards Canada technical committee. The committee is made up primarily of people with disabilities and members of equity-deserving groups. This reflects the organization's equity-based approach and its commitment to developing accessibility standards that create meaningful, lasting change for Canadians.
Cision Canada
2 days ago
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Accessibility Standards Canada releases new standard to help build adaptable homes that work for everyone Français
GATINEAU, QC, May 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce today the publication of the CAN/ASC-2.8:2025 – Accessible-Ready Housing standard. This new equity-based standard intends to help ensure homes are designed for adaptability, and ready to be accessible. The standard provides practical accessible-ready design requirements – making it easier to meet people's needs and reduce barriers over time. It covers everything from entrances, kitchens, bathrooms, and stairs, to parking, and emergency features. It helps to prevent barriers before they exist by building flexible features into the design of homes. For instance: reinforced walls for future lifts or grab bars clear doorways and paths of travel for mobility devices reachable or easily modified operating controls, like thermostats Accessible-ready housing allows people to adapt their homes to changing needs – whether it's aging in place or accommodating a disability. Designing with accessibility from the start leads to smarter, more cost-effective housing and solutions. CAN/ASC 2.8, Accessible-Ready Housing has been approved as a National Standard of Canada by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). This recognition means that the standard meets SCC's rigorous standards development requirements. This includes a full public review and alignment with international best practices. The standard was developed by an Accessibility Standards Canada technical committee. The committee is made up primarily of people with disabilities and members of equity-deserving groups. This reflects the organization's equity-based approach and its commitment to developing accessibility standards that create meaningful, lasting change for Canadians. Quote "Accessibility benefits everyone, including people with disabilities. By designing homes that are ready to adapt, we're building communities that can support all of us through life's changes, whether temporary or permanent. Our standard on accessible-ready housing was developed by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities, and is designed to remove accessibility barriers and create adaptable homes for everyone." – Dino Zuppa, Chief Executive Officer, Accessibility Standards Canada Quick facts CAN/ASC 2.8, Accessible-Ready Housing is a National Standard of Canada approved by the Standards Council of Canada. The standard takes a Design for Accessible-Ready (DAR) approach. This approach makes housing easily adaptable with minimal changes. It anticipates future accessibility needs and helps reduce costly renovations. The standard covers accessibility in the following areas: entrances parking common areas interior paths kitchens bathrooms emergency features The standard aligns with the government's Housing Design Catalogue, directly supporting accessible-ready housing needs across Canada. The standard is available for free on our website. It is offered in English and French, and in HTML and Word formats. It is accompanied by a plain language summary in both languages and in sign languages. Accessibility Standards Canada is an accredited standards development organization with the Standards Council of Canada. It is mandated to create a barrier-free Canada by 2040. To achieve this, the organization: Associated links
