Welcome to HortEducation.ca

HortEducation.ca is the voice for the ornamental horticulture and agriculture based trades in British Columbia. At HortEducation.ca, we recruit new apprentices to horticulture & agriculture, sponsor apprentices to give them a head start, guide apprentices through their apprenticeship journey, manage employer-sponsor concerns, assist with access to tax credits and grants, and help experienced individuals achieve qualification.

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Want to get out and work, while building your career skills? Apprenticeship allows you to get hands-on training, earn a wage, and still gain the education you need to move up in the company, gain your journeyperson status, or go on to earn a diploma or degree.

Apprentices Overview
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Did you know that if you sponsor an apprentice, you can receive up to $4000 per year in Federal and Provincial tax credits?

Hiring an apprentice is a great way to improve your company by increasing the skill set of your business, and provide your customers with an experienced educated crew.

Employers & Sponsors Overview
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Find out which schools offer the technical training component for your Trade

  • Complete list of horticulture apprenticeship schools in BC
  • Calendar of upcoming training sessions for Horticulture trades