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Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta's Trade & Tech Youth
Through in-depth conversations, we aim to provide valuable advice and insightful perspectives on the impact of the Skills Canada competitions on the careers and lives of our guests. Join us as we explore the journeys of Alumni and many others and uncover the lasting effects of their participation in the Skills Canada Competitions.
The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Skills Canada Alberta or its affiliates. Our goal is to provide a platform for the diverse and unique perspectives and experiences of our Alumni and others in the Skills community. Overall, we are celebrating their experiences and journeys in the trades, technologies, and our competitions. The “Skills Canada Alberta” name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner, and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service.
Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta's Trade & Tech Youth
Latest Episodes
Glow For Gold: Jenna Holman's Aesthetics Journey from Competitor to Judge
In this episode, we sit down with Aesthetics alumna, Jenna Holman. Jenna competed in 2019, where she earned gold at the provincial level, securing her place on Team Alberta. That same year, she went on to represent the province at the Skills Ca...
Chef's Table to Judge's Table: Alyssa Paron's Full-Circle Culinary Arts & Skills Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Culinary Arts alumna Alyssa Paron, who takes us through her inspiring journey in the culinary world, from competing in the 2015 Skills Canada Alberta Competition, where she earned silver, to advancing to the na...
Provincial Success Pro Tips: Insights from Skills Alumni
In this episode, we’re bringing you a special collection of advice from some of our incredible Skills alumni, just in time for the 2026 Provincial Skills Canada Competition. With the big event right around the corner, this episode is designed t...
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Frame By Frame: Wynn Brown's Video Production Journey at Skills Alberta
In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Wynn Brown, who competed in Video Production in both 2023 and 2024. Alongside his teammate, Kiyan Karimaghaei, Wynn placed first at the 2024 Provincial Skills Canada Competition, earning their spot on T...
From Skills Stage to Silver Screen: Chase Cardinal's Special Effects Journey
In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Chase Cardinal, who competed from 2017–2018 in Job Skill Demonstration, showcasing his talent in special effects makeup and prosthetics application.Chase starts by sharing how he first discovered...
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