Are you ready to explore a variety of rewarding skilled trades and kickstart your career?

The Introduction to Trades program at RRC Polytech is designed to help Indigenous learners upgrade their knowledge, build specialized skills, and prepare for entry into a trades program of their choice—or start a career right away.

This full-time certificate program emphasizes hands-on, interactive learning in modern shop spaces. You’ll gain practical experience, create projects, and explore a range of technical skills while connecting with experienced instructors, invited speakers, and potential employers. The program also supports your academic growth and career readiness by strengthening skills such as collaboration, note-taking, time management, and professional communication.

Introduction to Trades may also count as credit toward your future trade program, potentially reducing your first-year course load. Prepare to enroll in RRC Polytech programs including:

• Automotive Technician
• Carpentry
• CNC Machinist Technician
• Collision Repair and Refinishing
• Electrical
• Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
• Marine and Powersports Technician
• Plumbing
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
• Welding

A special thank you to Qualico Developments Ltd. for their generous support of this program, helping provide an incredible learning experience for students.

Read about the impact of the program and student experiences:

• Qualico’s Groundbreaking Donation Adds to Students’ Incredible Experience in Skilled Trades Education
• Skilled Trades Training Extended to Communities in Lake Manitoba and Sagkeeng First Nations

Start your journey toward a rewarding skilled trades career today. Check out the Introduction to Trades program explorer page for more information and to register for the next intake in Fall 2026.