All designated occupations are enforced under the authority of the Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification Act and Regulations by the Branch’s Education and Compliance Officer (ECO).
Examples of non-compliance include:
- working in a compulsory occupation without proper credentials
- failure to provide direct supervision to an apprentice
- failure to maintain proper ratio of journeyperson to apprentice
- working with fraudulent trade credentials
The ECO educates the public and stakeholders on the role of Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification, the importance of hiring certified journeypersons and the need for compliance with legislation. The Officer is available to meet or speak with any individual, employer or group to provide clarification of the requirements of the Act.
Any person may make a formal complaint alleging an employer, employee or worker is in non-compliance with the Act by contacting the ECO at (506) 470-3238 or by completing the prescribed application for an alleged violation.