Skills Canada is a member of WorldSkills International. It’s mission is to raise the status and standards of vocational skills and training worldwide.

In 2002, Skills Canada and Skills Canada Alberta began the process of establishing Alberta as the ideal host of WorldSkills 2009. With key partners from industry, labour, education and government, Canada will demonstrate it’s commitment to developing world-class talent.

September 1-6, 2009 Calgary’s Stampede Park will welcome over 150,000 spectators to an outstanding demonstration of trade and technology skills. Over 400 tonnes of tools and 4 million tonnes of equipment will be used during the Competition.

Competitors from 41 countries will take part in this impressive event. Visit http://www.worldskills2009.com for more information.