My Choices – My Questions: All Grade 11 and 12 students have been requested to fill in this survey by: Jan 31, 2023
Link to Grade 10 + 11 power point presentation hosted in Teams Recorded Video Link
Burnaby School District offers the following options within the Career Education Department:
- Work Experience 30 or 80 hours Gr 11 / 12
- Explore Skills and Technology Gr 9 – 10
- Industry Training Programs – Application 2024 – April 5, 2024 Deadline: 1st round of applications
Burnaby School District offers a variety of industry training programs. Which are categorized into three types: Youth Train in Trades, Industry Certification programs, and Industry Connection programs.
Youth Train In Trades (formerly ACE-IT)
Thousands of job openings are expected in the skilled trades in coming years with high employment opportunities and great earning potential, offering diverse work in a variety of industries. Explore the trades that are most in demand in British Columbia. Top Trades in Demand – Industry Training Authority
| Auto Collision Repair Technician
Auto Refinishing Prep Technician Auto Service Technician Baker (Pastry Arts) Cabinet Maker & Joiner |
Carpenter
Construction Electrician Hairstylist ** 2 years Heavy Duty Mechanic Metal Fabricator Millwright |
Motorcycle Repair + Small Motors
Painter & Decorator Pipefitter Plumber Professional Cook Other trades-Ask Ms. Wispinski |
Industry Certification
These options provide the opportunity to complete industry standard certifications.
| Cisco Networking Academy | Fitness Leadership Instructor
Tourism & Event Management |
Microsoft Office Specialist
Palo Alto Cyber Security Academy |
Industry Connect
These options provide the opportunity to develop a portfolio of skills and samples of work for entry into post secondary and industry.
| DigiPen Gaming Academy
Film & Broadcast |
Graphics/Media Arts
Health Sciences |
Music Production & Technology
Robotics (Mechatronics) |
Youth Work In Trades – Secondary School Apprenticeship
Earn while you Learn. Gain high school credits, while working in your paid apprenticeship while gain your work based training hours to become certified in your trade. You could qualify for $1000 Ministry of Education Award.
Skilled Trades BC – Youth Work in Trades