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
Scoring Bronze on the World Stage: Benjamin Jamison's Experience & Beyond
In this episode, we’re catching up with alumnus Benjamin Jamison, who recently brought home Bronze on the world stage at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 in Aerospace Technology! After a year of dedicated training, Benjamin represented Tea...
Bringing Art to Life: Amerrdhesh's Road to Silver in 2D Computer Animation
In this episode, we sit down with 2D Computer Animation alumnus Amerrdhesh Jeyasanger to hear about his incredible Skills journey. After placing first at the 2026 Provincial Skills Canada Competition, Amerrdhesh earned his spot on T...
Stitched For Success: Kayla Klita's Fashion Technology Journey to Gold
In this episode, we sit down with Fashion Technology alumna, Kayla Klita, to talk about her incredible journey through Skills, discovering her passion for Fashion Technology, and what comes next.Kayla first competed at Skills in 2024, ea...
Wired to Win: Emanuel's Industrial Control Journey
In this episode, we sit down with SAIT alumnus and Industrial Control Skills competitor Emanuel Quintero-Rodriguez to hear the story behind an incredible Skills journey.Emanuel competed in Industrial Control at the Provincial Skills Cana...
From Competitor to Mentor: Inspiring the Next Generation with Nobel Chan
In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Nobel Chan from SAIT to talk about his incredible Skills journey and how the competition has shaped his career.Nobel first competed in Cabinet Making at the Provincial Skills Canada Competition i...