New Gateway Class in Terrace – Electrical Workers Local 993

Traditional pathways to apprenticeship are inaccessible to many, whether due to financial strain or prerequisite requirements. To meet unprecedented labour market demand, the IBEW, Western Joint Electrical Training Society (WJETS), and the Construction Foundation of BC came together and created WATT: a lower barrier, hands-on training program resulting in the ability to skip a Foundations Program, become an IBEW-sponsored apprentice and immediately enter into employment to get real experience as an electrical apprentice before starting level 1 of their technical training.

IBEW has created a Gateway program to help ensure the success of WATT candidates before they are brought into the program.

IBEW 993 is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce by actively seeking candidates from underrepresented groups and providing them with the support and resources needed to succeed. Through mentorship, training, and a strong union community, we strive to create an environment where all apprentices can thrive and ultimately achieve their Red Seal certification as skilled union electricians.