Webinar: Tariffs, Workforce Shortages, and Solutions in Alberta

July 27, 2026

What challenges are Alberta businesses and skilled trades workers facing in today’s uncertain economic climate—and what solutions could help? Join CAF-FCA on July 29th at 1pm ET for a discussion of new findings from employers and tradespeople.

In this webinar, you will learn:
  • How tariffs and trade uncertainty are affecting hiring and business growth.
  • What employers and tradespeople see as the best solutions to workforce shortages.
  • Which training, apprenticeship, and policy supports could help meet future labour needs.

Hear from speaker Kyle Braid, SVP of Ipsos, on this free, all-access webinar (Canadian Apprenticeship Forum Membership not required). Kyle is based in Vancouver and leads the public affairs practice of Ipsos in Western Canada. He has worked in public affairs research for more than 30 years and has led hundreds of quantitative and qualitative projects for public sector clients. He is the main media spokesperson for most public affairs releases in western Canada. His areas of specialty include issues management, communications, and reputation research.

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