For those Aboriginal people who are aware of apprenticeship and the trades, they regard these options as a last choice compared to university and college programs (Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, p14).
Aboriginal people may find it more difficult to approach employersto find an apprenticeship, especially employers from outside their communities.
Relocation is often necessary to complete Apprenticeship Training. Since local employment opportunities may be minimal, apprenticeship may cause Aboriginal youth to leave their communities and relocate for on-the-job or in-school training (Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, p15).
