Oilfield, Mining and Workforce News in Canada
Latest Canadian oilfield, mining, workforce, safety tickets, equipment and hiring market insights for workers and employers.
$5,000 Red Seal completion bonus opens for applications November 16
Canada has announced the application opening for its Red Seal Completion Bonus, with eligibility extending to qualifying apprentices certified since April 2025.
Canada opens workforce retention and retraining applications
A new federal program combines reduced-hours income support with employer-led training, including up to $1,000 per participating employee for eligible employers.
Canada opens more than $430 million in apprenticeship training support
Union training funding targets facilities, apprenticeship innovation and equipment, with infrastructure expressions of interest due November 12.
Alberta adds 23,000 jobs as Canadian employment falls in September
Statistics Canada's September survey shows divergent regional conditions: national employment fell by 68,000 while Alberta gained 23,000 jobs.
Our free application pilot is open: 100 jobs to explore
Explore labour and entry-level opportunities, check your requirements, and practise applying privately. Worker profiles and practice applications are free during the pilot.
Federal support advances the Red Chris block cave expansion
Canada confirmed support for the Red Chris block cave project in British Columbia, expected to extend mine life and skilled employment.
Agnico Eagle to redevelop Hope Bay gold mine in Nunavut
Agnico Eagle is moving ahead with a US$2.4B redevelopment of the Hope Bay gold mine in Nunavut. The project is important for Arctic mining, remote camp employment, northern infrastructure, Indigenous workforce participation, and Canadian critical resource strategy.
DCM Scholarship 2026: Program and August 21 Application Deadline
DCM Group announced an August 21, 2026 application deadline for its scholarship program for skilled trades and industrial students. That announced date has passed. Check DCM Group's official page for any subsequent rounds or updated dates.
Canada backs precision mining and AI restoration projects
Federal investment is supporting precision extraction and AI-powered ecological restoration projects for critical minerals.
CIM weekly mining recap covers Hope Bay and Canadian mining developments
CIM Magazine's weekly recap highlights Agnico Eagle's Hope Bay decision alongside other Canadian mining developments.
Hope Bay logistics: Arctic barge shipping becomes part of the project strategy
Agnico Eagle plans to use seasonal barge shipping through Arctic routes to manage logistics costs at Hope Bay. This is useful content for remote camp logistics, equipment movement, and northern workforce planning.
Sudbury mining expansion signals sustained demand for skilled trades
Glencore’s Onaping Depth Project at Craig Mine has reached a major development milestone after nearly $2 billion in investment, with substantial skilled-trades and contractor activity tied to the project.
Cold Lake investment strengthens an important Alberta energy workforce region
New federal investment announced for Cold Lake highlights workforce development and economic activity in a region closely tied to Alberta’s in-situ oil sands sector.
Canada launches workforce alliance for transportation and supply chains
A new federal workforce alliance launched in Calgary will focus on labour shortages across road, rail, air, marine and warehousing—sectors that overlap heavily with industrial project logistics.
Canada opens new workforce fund for skilled-labour shortages
A new federal workforce fund is targeting training, certification and skills gaps in sectors including energy infrastructure and critical minerals.
New funding expands skilled-trades pathways in Alberta
Ottawa announced additional funding for apprenticeship and Red Seal career programming serving young people in Alberta and British Columbia.
Alberta posts 2026–27 Steamfitter-Pipefitter training schedule
Alberta’s apprenticeship catalogue now lists active 2026–27 Steamfitter-Pipefitter classroom blocks, including sessions beginning August 31.
Canada expands workforce alliances across mining, energy and industrial sectors
Six sector-focused workforce alliances are being used to coordinate skills planning across mining, manufacturing, energy, transportation, construction and care.
Best Entry-Level Oil & Gas Jobs in Canada in 2026: Pay, Tickets and How to Start
A practical Alberta-focused guide to beginner oil and gas jobs, typical pay, safety tickets, where to get them, and how to choose your first trade.
Pipefitter Apprenticeship in Alberta: Requirements & First Steps
Start an Alberta Steamfitter-Pipefitter apprenticeship: entry requirements, four training periods, sponsorship and a practical first-application checklist.
How to Start as an Oilfield Labourer in Alberta in 2026
Entry-level oilfield labourer guide for Alberta: typical wages, common tickets, work types and where to get safety training.
Insulator Apprenticeship in Alberta: Requirements & How to Start
Start an Alberta Insulator (Heat and Frost) apprenticeship: the four-period program, education, sponsorship and your first application.
How to Become an Electrician Apprentice in Alberta
Understand Alberta electrician apprenticeship requirements, sponsorship, classroom training and how to prepare an application for your first role.
How to Start as an Equipment Operator in Alberta Oil & Gas in 2026
A beginner guide to Zoom Boom, telehandler and heavy-equipment work in Alberta, including pay, training and safety tickets.
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