We are pleased to share that STBC conveyed to MCABC on Sept 25th that the Ministry of Post Secondary Education and Future Skills has indicated that the Plumber trade will be included in the STC-designation process.
Read the full statement from MCABC CEO Kim Barbero:
We’ve been heard! Plumber trade to be included in STC trades designation process.
In response to our nomination, MCABC has been advised by STBC that the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills has indicted that the Plumber trade will be moving forward in the designation process. Also included from the mechanical trades will be: Sprinkler Fitter and Insulator (Heat & Frost). This would bring to seven the number of certified mechanical trades. Already STC certified are the following mechanical trades: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic, Gasfitter A & B, Steamfitter/Pipefitter and Sheet Metal Worker.
“This is an important and necessary advancement resulting from a loud call to action by MCABC’s Board of Directors prior to and as part of its nominations submission in June 2023. We look forward to being a part of the meaningful dialogue and planning that will be required to advance this to the next stage.”
No action is required at this time; when next steps and information have been shared by STBC, we will update industry.
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