March 18th, 2026
Over a thousand junior high, high school and post-secondary students and apprentices are expected to be in St. John’s on March 20th, to compete in the Skills Canada Provincial Competitions.
Skills Canada Newfoundland and Labrador (SCNL)’s Annual Skilled Career Day brings together young people to celebrate excellence in skilled career pathways, entrepreneurism and skills for success.
The Skilled Career Day features Provincial Competitions in skilled trades, technology and employability
categories for high school and college students, a Career Showcase, Try-A-Trade® and Tech
demonstrations, a Skilled Futures for Women Conference, Partner’s and Teacher’s Receptions, campus
student tours and an exciting Awards Ceremony.
The SCNL Provincial Competition brings youth into a competitive spotlight while demonstrating the
complexity and talent involved in skilled careers. Over 300 regional finalists from across Newfoundland
and Labrador (including intermediate, secondary and post-secondary students and apprentices) will
compete in over 40 competition areas. The Provincial Competition offers a unique opportunity for top
students to demonstrate that they are the best in their field. At the Annual Skilled Career Day, student
competitors impress their educators, family, friends, and prospective employers. Winners are awarded
with gold, silver, or bronze medals and the opportunity to compete at the Skills Canada National
Competition in Toronto, Ontario in May as part of Team Newfoundland and Labrador 2026.
Skilled Career Day featuring the Skills Canada NL Provincial Competitions will take place at the College of the North Atlantic, Prince Philip Drive Campus in St. John’s on Friday, March 20th. The day begins with competitions and 9:00am, and ends with an awards ceremony at 7:30pm.