When employers reduce hours, postpone hiring or lay off workers, apprentices may lose more than income. They can also lose supervised workplace experience required to progress toward certification.

Ethical hiring in Canada goes beyond getting a “yes.” It means being able to clearly understand the role, the expectations, and the conditions — and knowing when an opportunity supports your future, not just the moment. At CNAP, ethical hiring shows up in practice — through contract awareness, clear expectations, and support that helps newcomers make informed decisions before saying yes.