1. Beginning November 16, 2026, eligible journeypersons who completed an apprenticeship and earned certification in a designated Red Seal trade on or after April 1, 2025, will be able to apply for the new $5,000 Red Seal Completion Bonus.

2. Eligible applicants are encouraged to begin gathering the required supporting documentation now to ensure they are ready when the application portal opens on November 16. For more information, visit Canada.ca/skilled-trades.

3. Associated links:

   1. Red Seal Completion Bonus
   2. Backgrounder: Team Canada Strong
   3. Government of Canada announces major investment in apprenticeship training to build Team Canada Strong – Canada.ca