Red Seal Program

They include auto mechanic, carpenter, cook, electrician, heavy equipment operator, ironworker, machinist, millwright, pipefitter, plumber, roofer, tool and die maker, and welder.

[3] When tradespersons complete their apprenticeships and pass the Red Seal examination they receive a Red Seal Endorsement ("RSE") on their provincial/territorial trade certificate, usually called a "Certificate of Qualification".

[4] Provinces and territories are responsible for administering apprenticeship training and trade certification in their respective jurisdictions, including the administration of the Red Seal Program.

Each province and territory administers and regulates apprenticeship and certification under their own legislation: Most provinces and territories use the Red Seal examination as the final certification exam in designated Red Seal trades.

[18] Many employers only hire persons with this qualification to avoid varying standards among the provinces.