Characteristics of Companies that Train

Does apprenticeship training give companies their competitive edge? These companies think so! Hydro Ottawa has found that apprenticeship in their organization led to better business performance through increased productivity and efficient project completion, increased morale, higher retention, and revitalization of workforce. Arcelor Mittal-Dofasco has found that apprenticeship training results in higher productivity and higher completion when compared to employees that receive shorter or more informal training. CAF-FCA is currently undertaking a project to find out more!

To support the business case for apprenticeship, Canadian employers need evidence that apprenticeship training improves their bottom line. CAF-FCA has already produced groundbreaking Return On Training Investment studies that found that investing in an apprentice is a profitable investment. CAF-FCA can now build upon these findings through additional research. Employers have told us that linking apprenticeship to factors such as sustainability, profitability, innovation, productivity, and retention is critical to convincing more employers to participate.

This project proposes to conduct interviews with participating companies to investigate if there are links between apprenticeship training and enhanced business performance. The results will then be shared with employers. If you are interested in participating, we are looking for interview candidates and case study examples as a part of this project. Tell us why you believe apprenticeship works for your business!

For more information contact
Emily Arrowsmith,
Project Manager
613-235-4004 ext. 201 or Emily_Arrowsmith@caf-fca.org