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.
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Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta's Trade & Tech Youth
One Shot, Two Golds: From First-Time Competitor to National Millwrights Champion
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In this episode, join us as we sit down with Industrial Mechanics/Millwright alumnus Jack Butts from SAIT to hear about his incredible Skills journey. Competing at Skills for the very first time this year, Jack made an unforgettable impact by advancing all the way to the Skills Canada National Competition in Toronto, where he earned the Gold Medal.
Jack shares what inspired him to compete, what it was like to experience Skills at both the provincial and national levels, and how the competition helped him grow both personally and professionally. He also talks about his passion for sharing his knowledge with others and why giving back to the skilled trades community is so important to him.
Jack's journey is far from over. He will be returning next year to compete again and will continue to challenge himself within the Skills community. Jack also speaks on how he hopes to have the opportunity to compete on the world stage at WorldSkills Japan 2028, since next year's nationals is a qualifying year for worlds.
Tune in to hear Jack's inspiring story and discover what it takes to compete at the highest level.