WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 are Taking on the World in Shanghai

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 are Taking on the World in ShanghaiAuthor of the article:The 31 Competitors are competing in 29 Skill Areas at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, in Shanghai, ChinaTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountOTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After over a year of intensive training, preparation and dedication, the 31 members of WorldSkills Team Canada (WSTC) 2026 are taking on the world. The official members of WSTC 2026 joined Competitors from around the globe at the Opening Ceremony of the 48th WorldSkills Competition at the Shanghai World Expo Cultural Center two days ago and are now entering their third day of competition. The ceremony officially marked the beginning of an exciting week of competition, connection and international skills excellence.From September 22–27, Canada’s 31 Competitors are competing in 29 Skill Areas at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. They are putting their skills to the test as they compete against the best young skilled trade and technology Competitors from around the world. Held every two years, the WorldSkills Competition is the largest international event of its kind, bringing together approximately 1,400 Competitors from 70 Member countries and regions. This year, Competitors are competing across 64 Skill Areas spanning six sectors.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“We are incredibly proud of the determination and dedication demonstrated by WorldSkills Team Canada 2026,” said Shaun Thorson, Chief Executive Officer, Skills/Compétences Canada. “They have earned their place among the best young skilled trade and technology Competitors in the world, and we are excited to see them represent Canada on the international stage. We wish every member of Team Canada the very best as they compete for a place on the podium, showcase their talents and build connections with the global skills community.”The journey to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 began at the Skills Canada National Competition 2025, in Regina, which served as a qualifying year for the WorldSkills Competition. The highest-ranking age-eligible Competitors in 29 identified Skill Areas were selected to represent Canada on the international stage. Over the past year, the members of WSTC 2026 have worked alongside their Trainers and Experts to sharpen their skills and prepare for the unique challenges of international competition. Their preparation has included specialized training, hands-on practice and mental preparation designed to help them perform at their best when it matters most.The WorldSkills Competition provides an opportunity to showcase the incredible possibilities offered by skilled trade and technology careers and to inspire the next generation of Canada’s workforce. Canada will need to recruit more than 300,000 new skilled workers over the next decade to replace retiring workers and meet growing demand, according to BuildForce Canada. Events such as the WorldSkills Competition demonstrate the career opportunities that skilled trades and technologies offer to young Canadians.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The winners in each Skill Area will be announced during the Closing Ceremony on September 27 at the Shanghai World Expo Cultural Center. Skills/Compétences Canada will share the results on its website and social media channels. To see the livestream of the Opening Ceremony, click here. To learn more about the members of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 and follow their journey to Shanghai, visit the Skills/Compétences Canada website. #WSTC2026Here are the members of WSTC 2026:Anika Jones, Car Painting, AlbertaBenjamin Jamison, Aircraft Maintenance, AlbertaBrooke Heaman, 3D Digital Game Art, ManitobaCarter Kokot, Automobile Technology, AlbertaCharlie Véronneau, Landscape Gardening, QuébecCole Hunter, Mechatronics, OntarioCooper Ross, Web Technologies, AlbertaDhefen Goh, Fashion Technology, British ColumbiaEric Wu, Industrial Control, British ColumbiaEthan Almeida, Autobody Repair, OntarioFélix Lafrance, CNC Turning, QuébecGrant Maddock, Mechatronics, OntarioJacob McClelland, CNC Milling, AlbertaJorda Thomas, Graphic Design Technology, SaskatchewanKeegan Sturge, Electrical Installations, AlbertaKylar Bloomberg, Plumbing and Heating, AlbertaLuca Assad, Cooking, OntarioLucas Stang, Welding, AlbertaLogan Bowers, Cloud Computing, Newfoundland and LabradorLogan Poisson, Landscape Gardening, QuébecLuke Emeny, Heavy Vehicle Technology, AlbertaMarianne Masson, Pâtisserie and Confectionery, QuébecMaximilian De Belle-Holowka, Bricklaying, QuébecMisha Marien, Hairdressing, QuébecTate McGarry, Cabinetmaking, AlbertaTaylor Brewster, Beauty Therapy, ManitobaTyler Gunther, Industrial Mechanics, AlbertaSamuel Bolduc, Mechanical Engineering CAD, QuébecVeljko Stevanovic, IT Network System Administration, British ColumbiaXavier Bélanger, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, QuébecAbout Skills/Compétences CanadaSkills/Compétences Canada (SCC) was founded in 1989 as a national, not‐for‐profit organization that works with employers, educators, labour groups and governments to promote skilled trade and technology careers among Canadian youth. For more information about SCC and the 47th WorldSkills Competition visit: www.skillscompetencescanada.com.Follow Skills/Compétences Canada on X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.MEDIA CONTACT: Michèle Rogerson, micheler@skillscanada.com, 613-266-4771.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.