National Apprenticeship Survey - 2015

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_R04

We will start with some questions which will give us an overview of your status when you were an apprentice.

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Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q04

Before leaving high school, were you registered in a Youth Apprenticeship Program (YAP)?

It includes, for example, programs currently known as:
NFLD - Futures in Skilled Trades and Technology Program
PEI - Accelerated Secondary Apprenticeship Program (ASAP)
Nova Scotia - Youth apprenticeship
New Brunswick - Youth Career Connections (NBYCC) and Skilled trades program for high school students (NBTAP)
Ontario - Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
Manitoba - Senior Years Apprenticeship Option (SYAO) and High School Apprenticeship Program
Saskatchewan - Youth Apprenticeship
Alberta - Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
BC - Secondary School Apprenticeship Program (SSAP)
Yukon - Secondary School Apprenticeship Program (YSSAP)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q05

Information provided to Statistics Canada indicates that you were an apprentice ^TRADE_E and that you [completed/discontinued] your apprenticeship in ^FR_YEAR. Is this information correct?

1) Please note that all three parameters are to be confirmed here; i.e., 1) status (where 1=completer and 2=discontinuer); 2) the trade and; 3) the year. Ensure that you are recording information on apprenticeship activities that occurred in ^FR_YEAR.
2) If respondent doesn't seem to recognize the trade name that was just mentioned (^TRADE_E), you will have to mention the provincial trade name. Please read the following to the respondent: (This trade is also known as the ^PROVTRAD trade in [Newfoundland-and-Labrador/Prince Edward Island/Nova Scotia/New Brunswick/Quebec/Ontario/Manitoba/Saskatchewan/Alberta/British Colombia/Yukon/Northwest Territories/Nunavut].) If the respondent recognizes it and if it matches the trade they [completed/discontinued] in ^FR_YEAR, then code to "1-Yes" and read the following to the respondent: (Please note that for the rest of the survey, we will refer to your trade as being ^TRADE_E.) However, if it doesn't match the trade they [completed/discontinued] in ^FR_YEAR, then code to "2-No".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q06

Have you ever [completed/discontinued] a (an) ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q07A

In what year did you [complete/discontinue] your ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

Min = 1970; Max = 2016

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q07B

How old were you when you [completed/discontinued] your ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

Min = 13; Max = 75

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q08

Have you ever been an apprentice ^TRADE_E?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q09

Did you complete or discontinue your ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

• 1: Completed
• 2: Discontinued
• 3: Still registered or still an apprentice
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q10A

In what year did you [complete/discontinue] your ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

Min = 1970; Max = 2016

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q10B

How old were you when you [completed/discontinued] your ^TRADE_E apprenticeship?

Min = 13; Max = 75

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q15

Did you complete or discontinue an apprenticeship in any trade between ^FR_YEAR1 and ^FR_YEAR?

If more than one trade was pursued between the year ^FR_YEAR1 and ^FR_YEAR, request the name of the most recent one.

• 1: Completed
• 2: Discontinued
• 3: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q17A

What was the name of that trade? For example: carpenter, welder, etc.

1) If more than one trade was pursued between the year ^FR_YEAR1 and ^FR_YEAR, request the name of the most recent one.
2) Start typing the name of the trade to activate the search function.
3) Search for the trade mentioned by respondent in the NOCTRADE column. If you're able to find a match, then select the trade from the list. However, if you're not able to find the respondent's trade on the lookup table, then enter "Other - Specify".

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q17B

In what year did you [complete/discontinue] your ^SC_Q17A apprenticeship?

Min = 1970; Max = 2016

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q17C

How old were you when you [completed/discontinued] your ^SC_Q17A apprenticeship?

Min = 13; Max = 75

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q20A

Is it compulsory in [Newfoundland-and-Labrador/Prince Edward Island/Nova Scotia/New Brunswick/Quebec/Ontario/Manitoba/Saskatchewan/Alberta/British Colombia/Yukon/Northwest Territories/Nunavut] to have your [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] to work without any supervision as a (an) [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]]?

Every trade is defined by the province or territory, as either a compulsory trade or a voluntary trade. A compulsory trade requires that you be an apprentice or have a Certificate of Qualification (journeyperson's qualification) in order to work in the trade. A voluntary trade does not have these requirements for work (although it is possible to be an apprentice and complete a Certificate of Qualification - journeypersons qualification - in many voluntary trades.)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q20B

Do you have a [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] as a (an) [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]]?

Certificate of Qualification or Journeyman Certificate can be with or without a Red Seal (a Red Seal certification allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada). It does not include certificates granted during the required course work. It does not include a Certificate of Apprenticeship which implies having done work and required course work, but not the exam.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q20C

In what year did you obtain it?

Min = 1970; Max = 2016

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q21

In which province or territory did you [complete/discontinue] your [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]] apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/[SC_Q07B + DV_DATY]/^SC_Q10A/[SC_Q10B + DV_DATY]/^SC_Q17B/[SC_Q17C + DV_DATY/0000]]?

• 10: Newfoundland and Labrador
• 11: Prince Edward Island
• 12: Nova Scotia
• 13: New Brunswick
• 24: Quebec
• 35: Ontario
• 46: Manitoba
• 47: Saskatchewan
• 48: Alberta
• 59: British Columbia
• 60: Yukon
• 61: Northwest Territories
• 62: Nunavut
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q22

In what year did you first [begin regular work as/become/become registered as] an apprentice [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]]? [By "regular work", we mean your work after high school as an apprentice (trade name)/blank.]

Min = 1970; Max = 2013

In Québec, many apprentices will have obtained their Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) prior to registering or before becoming an apprentice. Collect the date that they started their work as an apprentice after completing their DVS. Persons who had been involved in a Youth Apprenticeship Program may have "registered" as an apprentice during high school. Please record the date when they started work for pay after high school. The respondent may use the French term for DVS, which is D.E.P. (Diplôme d'études professionnelles du Québec).

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q35

How old were you when you first [began regular work as/became/became registered as] an apprentice [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]]?

Min = 13; Max = 70

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q36

Did you obtain a Diploma of professional studies (D.E.P.) for the [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]] trade?

The D.E.P. (Diploma of professional studies or "Diplôme d'études professionnelles") is the same thing as the Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS).

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: There is no D.E.P. for this trade
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_R37

For all remaining questions I will refer to the short form, D.E.P., instead of Diploma of professional studies.

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Screening (SC) - Question identifier:SC_Q37

In what year did you start your D.E.P. for the [^TRADE_E/[SC_S17A/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]] trade?

Min = 1970; Max = 2013

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_R01

We will now ask questions about what you have done since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3].

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Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q01

Did you [become an apprentice (trade name) again/register again as an apprentice (trade name)] since you discontinued this apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q02

Why (did you [become an apprentice (trade name) again/register again as an apprentice (trade name)] since you discontinued this apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3])?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Laid off/no job
• 02: Did not know what else to do
• 03: Went back to school and did not like it
• 04: Employers or journeypersons were now available to supervise
• 05: Could afford to register again as an apprentice
• 06: Funding was available for the apprenticeship program
• 07: End of parental or personal leave / personal or family responsibilities were no longer an issue
• 08: Was working in the trade at the time
• 09: Found an employer close to home
• 10: Employer wanted qualified apprentices or journeypersons and he/she had the work experience or the knowledge needed
• 11: Had a contact in the trade (family, close friend or other)
• 12: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q03

Are you still an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q04

Did you ...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Complete the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship
• 2: Discontinue the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship again
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q05

Do you have a [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] as a (an) [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q06

Since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3], did you [become an apprentice/register] in any other trade?

This refers to any apprenticeship other than the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q07

What was the name of that trade? For example: carpenter, welder, etc.

1) If the respondent has registered or became an apprentice in more than one program since they [completed/discontinued], request the name of the most recent one.
2) Start typing the name of the trade to activate the search function.
3) Search for the trade mentioned by respondent in the NOCTRADE column. If you're able to find a match, then select the trade from the list. However, if you're not able to find the respondent's trade on the lookup table, then enter "Other - Specify".

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q08

Why did you decide to [become/register as] an apprentice [SS_S07/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Laid-off / no job in previous trade
• 02: Did not know what to do / did not want to continue in the same trade
• 03: Went back to school and did not like it
• 04: Employers or journeypersons were available to supervise
• 05: Could afford to register again as an apprentice
• 06: Funding was available for the apprenticeship program
• 07: Personal or family responsibilities were not an issue anymore / end of leave
• 08: Was working in the trade at the time
• 09: Found an employer close to home
• 10: Employer wanted qualified apprentices or journeyperson and he/she had the work experience or knowledge needed
• 11: Had a contact in the trade (family, close friend or other)
• 12: Was on a waiting list
• 13: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q09

Are you still an apprentice [SS_S07/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q10

Did you ...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Complete the [SS_S07/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE] apprenticeship
• 2: Discontinue the [SS_S07/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE] apprenticeship
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q11

Do you have a [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] as a (an) [SS_S07/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Status Since (SS) - Question identifier:SS_Q12

Since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3], did you get certification in any other trade[other than the one just mentioned, i.e. (new trade other than 1st trade)/blank]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_R001

The next section requires that you think back to the period of time before you registered as an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE].

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Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_R002A

The next section requires that you think back to the period of time before you began regular work as an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE].

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Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_R002B

The next section requires that you think back to the period of time before you became an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE].

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Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q002

While in high school, did you take any of the following programs?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: Trade or vocational or technical program (sometimes referred to as "shop" classes)
• 2: High school co-op program or high school work experience program
• 3: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q003

Were you aware of apprenticeship programs in the trades while you were in high school?

If respondent indicates that high school was done outside of Canada, mark "Not applicable".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: Not applicable
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q003A

Were you aware of trades education programs, as well as training for apprentices while you were in high school?

If respondent indicates that high school was done outside of Canada, mark "Not applicable".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: Not applicable
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q004

In your last year of high school, what was your overall grade average?

Please get best estimate if the year was incomplete or different grade system.

• 1: 90% or higher (mainly A+)
• 2: 80 to 89% (mainly A, A-)
• 3: 70 to 79% (mainly B's)
• 4: 60 to 69% (mainly C's)
• 5: 50 to 59% (mainly D's)
• 6: less than 50% (mainly E's and F's)
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q005

In what year did you leave high school?

Min = 1940; Max = 2015

"Leaving high school" implies date graduated or stopped attending on a regular basis for at least a year.

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q008

How old were you when you left high school?

Min = 10; Max = 30

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q009

Was the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade your first trade as an apprentice [since leaving high school/blank]?

Please include any trade for which the respondent had been an apprentice in Canada or outside of Canada.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q010

How many other trades did you register in as an apprentice before the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade?

Min = 1; Max = 5

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q011

What is the name of the first trade you registered in as an apprentice [since leaving high school/blank]? For example: carpenter, welder, etc.

1) Start typing the name of the trade to activate function.
2) Search for the trade mentioned by respondent in the NOCTRADE column. If you're able to find a match, then select the trade from the list. However, if you're not able to find the respondent's trade on the lookup table, then enter "Other - Specify".

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015A

Do you hold a [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] in this other trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015B

Do you hold a [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] in any of these other trades?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015C

Before being an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE], did you complete or start a Diploma of Professional Studies (D.E.P.) for any other trade?

Please exclude the D.E.P. for the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015D

Before being an apprentice [PA1_S011/NAS2015_LookupTable.NOCTRADE], did you complete or start a Diploma of Professional Studies (D.E.P.) for this trade or any other trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015E

For which trade was your first D.E.P.?

1) Start typing the name of the trade to activate function.
2) Search for the trade mentioned by respondent in the NOCTRADE column. If you're able to find a match, then select the trade from the list. However, if you're not able to find the respondent's trade on the lookup table, then enter "Other - Specify".

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA1) - Question identifier:PA1_Q015F

In what year did you start this first D.E.P.?

Min = 1970; Max = 2013

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_R016

Now I will ask you a few questions about your apprenticeship as a (an) [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] which you have indicated was your first trade.

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Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q016

In what year did you first [begin regular work as/become/become registered as] an apprentice [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE]?

Min = 1970; Max = 2013

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q018

How old were you when you first [began regular work as/became/became registered as] an apprentice [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE]?

Min = 13; Max = 70

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q019

How long were you out of high school before registering as an apprentice [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE]?

Min = 0; Max = 30

Collect the duration in YEARS. Please enter the number of completed years.

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q020

When you left high school were you considering an apprenticeship?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q021

For what reason(s) did you not [start your D.E.P. for the (respondent's first trade) trade/become an apprentice (respondent's first trade)] earlier?

Mark all that apply.

• 1: Had a job
• 2: Was attending school
• 3: Did not know what to do / did not think about it / no particular reason / lack of motivation
• 4: Could not get an employer to sponsor me / no work available
• 5: No knowledge of available trades or programs
• 6: Not interested in a trade
• 7: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q025

During the 12-month period before you [started your D.E.P. for the (respondent's first trade) trade/became an appentice (respondent's first trade)/began regular work as an apprentice (respondent's first trade)/first registered as an apprentice (respondent's first trade)], what was your main activity, for example: working, looking for work, attending school or doing something else?

• 01: Attending school
• 02: Working
• 03: Without work and looking for work
• 04: Household or family responsibilities
• 05: Inactive due to illness, disability, injury or for medical or health reasons
• 06: Travelling or on vacation (e.g. leisure activities)
• 07: School and work
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q026

Was this work?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Related to the [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] trade
• 2: Related to a trade other than the [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] trade
• 3: Not related to any trade (e.g. retail sales)
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q028

Was this leading to obtain?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: A diploma
• 2: A certificate
• 3: A licence
• 4: A degree
• 5: Other - Specify
• 6: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q031

Had you taken any of the following programs before you started [your D.E.P. for the (respondent's first trade) trade/working as an apprentice (respondent's first trade)]?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply. The respondent may use the French term for DVS, which is D.E.P. (Diplôme d'études professionnelles du Québec).

• 1: Apprenticeship exploratory program (e.g., Women only = Women in Trades and Technology ) / pre-employment or pre-apprenticeship program / preparatory or entry level trade program
• 2: Upgrading program in math or another subject (e.g., math for trades)
• 3: College trade program or CEGEP (e.g., carpentry program or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC))
• 4: Private school program (e.g., hairstyling) or business studies
• 5: [blank/Diploma of Professional Studies (D.E.P.) in Québec]
• 6: Other trade related program(s) - Specify
• 7: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q041A

When starting your [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] apprenticeship, did you have difficulty finding an employer who was hiring apprentices?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q041B

After completing your D.E.P. for the [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] trade, did you have difficulty finding an employer who was hiring apprentices?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: I didn't finish my D.E.P
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA2) - Question identifier:PA2_Q045

Did you encounter any other problems [' '/other than finding an employer] [in finishing your D.E.P. for your/in getting into the apprenticeship of your] [DV_PAQ15EE/DV_PAQ11E/DV_CURTRE] trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_R060A

Now I would like you to consider the period of time before you began as an apprentice ^DV_CURTRE.

Press <1> to continue.

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_R060B

Now I would like you to consider the period of time before you began your D.E.P. for the ^DV_CURTRE trade.

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Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q060

During the 12-month period before you [started your D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/became an apprentice (trade name )/registered as an apprentice (trade name)], what was your main activity, for example: working, looking for work, attending school or doing something else?

• 01: Attending school
• 02: Apprentice in a different trade
• 03: Working
• 04: Without work and looking for work
• 05: Household or family responsibilities
• 06: Inactive due to illness or disability
• 07: Travelling or on vacation (e.g. leisure activities)
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q061

Was this work...?

Read the categories to the respondent.

• 1: Related to the ^DV_CURTRE trade
• 2: Related to a trade other than the ^DV_CURTRE trade
• 3: Not related to any trade (e.g., retail sales)
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q063

Was this leading to obtaining...?

Read the categories to the respondent.

• 1: A diploma
• 2: A certificate
• 3: A license
• 4: A degree
• 5: Other - Specify
• 6: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q064

Who are the persons or groups who influenced or guided your decision about learning a trade?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: A parent / brother or sister / spouse or common-law partner
• 02: Relatives or friends (father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, uncle, aunt, cousin, grandparents)
• 03: A high school guidance counsellor
• 04: A co-worker or tradesperson / another apprentice / journeyperson
• 05: An employer
• 06: A teacher or principal/ placement officer / career counsellor
• 07: No advice
• 08: An advertisement / book, flyer, or newspaper ad / job fair / bulletin board / did their own research on the Internet
• 09: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q072

Did you move from a different province, territory or country before you started your [D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/apprenticeship as a (an) (trade name)]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q074

From which province or territory did you move?

• 10: Newfoundland and Labrador
• 11: Prince Edward Island
• 12: Nova Scotia
• 13: New Brunswick
• 24: Quebec
• 35: Ontario
• 46: Manitoba
• 47: Saskatchewan
• 48: Alberta
• 59: British Columbia
• 60: Yukon
• 61: Northwest Territories
• 62: Nunavut
• 77: Outside Canada
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA3) - Question identifier:PA3_Q076

Did you move from that province, territory or country specifically to register [in the D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/as an apprentice (trade name)]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_R086

This section refers to the period when you first [started your D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/became an apprentice (trade name)/began regular work as an apprentice (trade name)/registered as an apprentice (trade name)].

Press <1> to continue.

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q086A

What was the highest grade of elementary or high school you had ever completed?

• 1: Grade 8 or lower (Québec: Secondary II or lower)
• 2: Grade 9 - 10 (Québec: Secondary III or IV,
  Newfoundland and Labrador: 1st year secondary)
• 3: Grade 11 - 13 (Québec: Secondary V,
  Newfoundland and Labrador: 2nd to 3rd year
  of secondary)
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q086B

Did you complete a high school diploma or its equivalent?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q086C

Did you receive any other education that could be counted towards a certificate, diploma or degree from an educational institution?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q086D

What was the highest certificate, diploma or degree that you completed?

• 1: Less than high school diploma or its equivalent
• 2: High school diploma or a high school
  equivalency certificate
• 3: Trade certificate or diploma
• 4: College, CEGEP or other non-university
  certificate or diploma (other than trades
  certificates or diplomas)
• 5: University certificate or diploma below the
  bachelor's level
• 6: Bachelor's degree (e.g. B.A., B.Sc., LL.B.)
• 7: University certificate, diploma, degree above the
  bachelor's level
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q088

Was this level of schooling obtained outside Canada?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q092

Why did you decide to register as an apprentice ^DV_CURTRE?

Mark all that apply. The Red Seal certification allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada.

• 01: Was interested in the trade (or that line of work) / enjoyed the work, the trade
• 02: Expected good pay or better wages / liked the working conditions
• 03: Expected steady job / job availability or opportunities / high demand for the trade
• 04: Already had a job or experience in the trade / qualified for the trade / good knowledge of the trade
• 05: Employer, co-worker, union, teacher or career counsellor recommended it
• 06: Needed a job, a trade / received a job offer
• 07: Required by law, or by the employer, the union, the apprenticeship office / mandatory
• 08: Influenced or suggested by a parent, a friend or a relative / worked with parent or family (family business) / family members or friends already in the trade
• 09: Gain or acquire new knowledge / get more experience / further his (her) career / get a licence, a certificate, a ticket, a Red Seal certification
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q093

Before you [started your D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/became an apprentice (trade name)/began regular work as an apprentice (trade name)/registered as an apprentice (trade name)], did you do work related to this trade at anytime?

Please only include paid work experience.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q094

Before you [started your D.E.P. for the (trade name) trade/became an apprentice (trade name)/began regular work as an apprentice (trade name)/registered as an apprentice (trade name)], did you do any work or take any training related to the trade outside of Canada?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q097

When you [began regular work as/became/registered as] an apprentice ^DV_CURTRE, did you have any of your prior work or training experience credited or recognized?

The respondent may use the French term for DVS, which is D.E.P. (Diplôme d'études professionnelles du Québec).

If necessary, read: (It is possible that hours of work, or training, completed in the past were recognized and transferred, or credited, when the respondent [began regular work as/became/registered as] an apprentice; which may enable the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship in less time.)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q107

Do you feel that you were credited or recognized appropriately for this experience as an apprentice ^DV_CURTRE?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Pre-ApprenticeshipTraining (PA4) - Question identifier:PA4_Q109

When you [began regular work as/became/registered as] an apprentice ^DV_CURTRE, were you a member of a union related to your trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_R05

This section focuses on required course work that you would have taken when you were an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]. [This refers to the period before you discontinued the apprenticeship in your trade in (year the respondent discontinued their apprenticeship)/blank].

For the province of Quebec, we refer here to required course work other than the Diploma of Vocational Studies or D.E.P. The D.E.P. is usually completed prior to registering for the apprenticeship or before becoming an apprentice.

Press <1> to continue.

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q05

Did you take required course work related to your trade [other than the D.E.P./blank]?

Exclude course work or specific training given by the employer or the industry such as short term courses on product, equipment and safety rules. For example, exclude health and safety course work, and company orientation courses. Training that an auto service technician would have followed, at the employer's request, which was specifically related to a specific model or make of car (e.g., Ford specific) is another example of a course to exclude.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q06

How was your required course work scheduled or followed?

Read the categories to the respondent and mark all that apply. Examples provided are guidelines only.

• 1: Long block release (e.g. 3 weeks or longer per year)
• 2: Short block release (e.g. 1 or 2 weeks per year)
• 3: Day release (e.g. some per week)
• 4: Self-paced / weekends / evenings / Internet / at home / distance education
• 5: Full year or more / full-time / every day / high school or college program
• 6: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q06A

During your apprenticeship, about how many hours of required course work in the trade did you complete (excluding the D.E.P. or the hours you were credited, or were recognized, at registration from a Youth Apprenticeship Program)?

If necessary, read: It is possible that hours of work, or training, completed in the past were recognized and transferred, or credited, when the respondent [began regular work as/became/registered as] an apprentice; which may enable the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship in less time.

• 1: Less than 99 hours
• 2: 100 to 299 hours
• 3: 300 to 499 hours
• 4: 500 hours and over
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q07

Did you take your required course work online or by correspondence?

Course work online or through correspondence (sometimes called distance education) simply means that the respondent is not physically in a classroom.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q08

Why (Did you take your required course work online or by correspondence)?

Mark all that apply.

• 1: It was better suited to my learning style / convenient / easy
• 2: Reduced interruption to work / busy working
• 3: It was the most economic option / reduced loss of income or financial burden / no charge (free) / cheaper / paid by employer
• 4: Transportation / long distances to get to school or training centre
• 5: It was the only option available / required by the employer or the Apprenticeship Board
• 6: Family responsibilities
• 7: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q09

Do you feel that this was a good way to learn the required course work for your trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q13

Before you discontinued your apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3], what proportion of your required course work did you complete?

Read only the categories marked in bold to the respondent. Refer only to the proportion of required course work done as a registered apprentice or as an apprentice. Exclude any percentage of required course work that was credited or recognized.

• 01: Less than 25%
• 02: 25%
• 03: 26% to 49%
• 04: 50%
• 05: 51% to 74%
• 06: 75%
• 07: 76% to 99%
• 08: 100%
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_R21

For the next questions, please refer to your [Youth Apprenticeship Program/D.E.P.] as being your required course work.

Press <1> to continue.

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q21

[At this same period of time, at/At] what type of school did you take most of your required course work?

• 01: Secondary or high school / adult high school
• 02: Private institution
• 03: Trade school, vocational centre, apprenticeship centre
• 04: Community college, technical institute, CEGEP
• 05: University
• 06: Union or company training centre / employer training facility / on-site training centre
• 07: At home
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q24

How would you rate your [Youth Apprenticeship Program/D.E.P./required course work] in terms of providing up-to-date equipment or technology? Was it ...?

Read categories to the respondent.

• 1: Excellent
• 2: Good
• 3: Fair
• 4: Poor
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q25

Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:

I didn't have any difficulty understanding written material provided in class or on-line. (Do you ...?)

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Technical Training (TT) - Question identifier:TT_Q27

(Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:)

In general, I found the [Youth Apprenticeship Program/D.E.P./required course work] easy. Do you ... ?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 1 (WE1) - Question identifier:WE1_R06

We will now ask questions about your work as an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]. Refer to the period before you [completed/discontinued] in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^SC_Q10A/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3].

Press <1> to continue.

Work Experience 1 (WE1) - Question identifier:WE1_Q06

During your apprenticeship, about how many hours of work in the trade did you complete [excluding the hours you were credited or recognized for when you became an apprentice/excluding the hours you were credited or recognized for at registration/blank]?

Min = 0; Max = 15000

If necessary, read: (It is possible that hours of work, or training, completed in the past were recognized and transferred, or credited, when the respondent [began regular work as/became/registered as] an apprentice; which may enable the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship in less time. These hours are to be excluded from the estimate.)

More precisely, exclude the hours the respondent may have been credited for at registration or when they became an apprentice, or the hours credited through a Youth Apprenticeship Program (YAP).

Work Experience 1 (WE1) - Question identifier:WE1_Q08

How many different employers did you work for as an apprentice?

Min = 1; Max = 30

Please do not count the changes of work site as a change of employer. Also, do not count employers where the work was not as an apprentice (e.g., casual work when not able to find work as an apprentice). If the respondent has difficulty answering the question, probe for the number of T4 tax slips received.

If the respondent asks what year or what time frame this question refers to, please read the following: "Refer to the period before you [completed/discontinued] in ^DV_TRYEARV."

Work Experience 1 (WE1) - Question identifier:WE1_Q10

What was the main reason you last changed employers when you were an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]? [Refer to the last time you changed before discontinuing your apprenticeship in (year the respondent discontinued their apprenticeship)./blank]

• 01: End of work on project / new contract
• 02: Sought business offering more / better benefits and opportunities
• 03: Wanted to start own business
• 04: Family obligations / personal reasons
• 05: Too far to travel each day
• 06: Business could not keep as many apprentices
• 07: Moved or wanted to move / changed province or location
• 08: Harassment or discrimination
• 09: Disagreement or conflict of interest with employer, supervisor, union or co-worker
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q26

For whom did you work in your last job as an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE]?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter the full name of the company, business, government department or agency, or person.

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q28

What kind of business, industry or service was this?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: auto dealership, manufacturing, restaurant.

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q30

What was your work or occupation?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter a detailed description. For example: mechanic, machinist, cook.

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q31

In this work, what were your main activities?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: installed residential plumbing, made wood furniture products.

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q33

In this work, did you feel that you were doing a sufficient variety of tasks to prepare you well for the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] exam?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 2 (WE2) - Question identifier:WE2_Q38

About how many persons were employed by this business at the location where you got your work experience?

• 1: Less than 20
• 2: 20 to 99
• 3: 100 to 499
• 4: 500 to 999
• 5: 1000 or over
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q48

Before discontinuing the apprenticeship in ^DV_TRYEARV, had you accumulated sufficient hours of work to be able to write the ^DV_CURTRE ^DT_CERT1E exam?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q60

During your apprenticeship, in how many provinces and/or territories were you [an apprentice/registered]?

Min = 1; Max = 13

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q61

Had you ever done work as an apprentice outside the province/territory before ^DV_TRYEAR?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q62

What was the main reason you worked outside the province/territory?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Job took you there
• 2: Work shortage in the region
• 3: Better pay or working conditions / better job opportunities / to gain more experience
• 4: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q63

Were the hours that you worked in the other province or territory [, before you discontinued your apprenticeship in (year the respondent discontinued their apprenticeship),/blank] credited or recognized toward your apprenticeship?

If necessary, read: (It is possible that hours of work, or training, completed in the past were recognized and transferred, or credited, when the respondent ^DT_YAP4E an apprentice; which may enable the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship in less time.)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q65

Were you able to transfer your hours and required course work, or have them recognized by the province or territory into which you were moving?

If necessary, read: (It is possible that hours of work, or training, completed in the past were recognized and transferred, or credited, when the respondent ^DT_YAP4E an apprentice; which may enable the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship in less time.)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Work Experience 3 (WE3) - Question identifier:WE3_Q76

Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statement:

In general, I found the work as an apprentice to be easy. (Do you ...?)

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_R01

For the following questions, I would like you to think only about the required course work you did when you were a (an) [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprentice before you [completed/discontinued] it in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3].

Press <1> to continue.

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q01

Did you apply for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits during your required course work periods?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q02

Where did you get information about Employment Insurance (EI) benefits for apprentices?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: From a federal government website (Service Canada or Employment and Social Development Canada [ESDC]/Human Resources and Skills Development Canada [HRSDC])
• 02: From a Service Canada representative
• 03: From a trade school, teacher(s), a guidance counsellor or an advisor
• 04: From an apprenticeship employer
• 05: From the apprenticeship board of the province or territory, Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ) or Emploi Québec
• 06: From other apprentices or coworkers
• 07: From a union
• 08: From a trade school website
• 09: From a provincial or territorial government website
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q03

Why not (Why did you not apply for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits for your full-time required course work)?

Mark all that apply.

• 1: Was not aware that he/she could apply for Employment Insurance benefits during the required course work
• 2: Did not think he/she was eligible
• 3: Was not eligible
• 4: Had a paid job
• 5: Did not need more money
• 6: Did not want to apply
• 7: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q04

Was your application (for Employment Insurance benefits (EI)) approved?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q05

How quickly did you receive your first Employment Insurance (EI) payment?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Much faster than expected
• 2: Faster than expected
• 3: As expected
• 4: Slower than expected
• 5: Much slower than expected
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q08

Why was your application for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits [denied/not eligible]?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: You did not work a sufficient number of hours
• 2: You did not contribute to the Employment Insurance program
• 3: You were not enrolled in full-time required course work
• 4: You had an invalid job separation (e.g., quitting the job voluntarily (including to go to school), illness or disability, pregnancy, other family-related issues, dissatisfaction with the job, and retirement)
• 5: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q09

While you were in full-time required course work, did your employer top up your Employment Insurance (EI) benefit with additional payments through a Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) plan?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q10

During the period you did your [training to obtain your D.E.P./required course work], did you receive income from the following sources...?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: From your apprenticeship employer
• 2: From another employer (other than your apprenticeship employer)
• 3: You did not have any other income
• 4: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q11

To help you pay the fees and day-to-day expenses associated with [the training you did to obtain your D.E.P./your required course work], did you borrow money that you had to repay (with or without interest)?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q12

Was it...?

Read categories to respondent.
Mark all that apply.

• 1: A government student loan
• 2: A loan from a bank or other financial institution, a credit card, or a line of credit
• 3: A loan from family or friends
• 4: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q13

Are you aware of the Canadian Apprentice Loan? It is an expansion of the Canada Student Loans Program [for Red Seal trades/blank].

The Canada Apprentice Loan (CAL) was introduced in Economic Action Plan 2014 to provide financial support to apprentices [in designated Red Seal trades (a Red Seal trade is a trade for which you can get a certification that allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada)/blank]. Eligible apprentices can have access to interest-free loans of up to $4,000 per period of technical training up to a maximum of five loans. The CAL was launched on January 2, 2015.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q14

If the Canada Apprentice Loan had been available while you were doing your required course work, would you have applied for it?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q15A

Did you receive other financial support, that you did not have to repay to help you pay the fees and day-to-day expenses associated with your required course work from any of the following sources...?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply. Exclude provincial/territorial training allowances and Employment Insurance (EI) payments. Examples of financial support: tuition fees, registration fees, exam fees, books, groceries, transportation, daycare, help to pay part of the rent.

• 1: From your apprenticeship employer
• 2: From your union
• 3: From your family or friends
• 4: From a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
• 5: You did not receive financial support
• 6: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q15B

Did you receive other financial support, that you did not have to repay to help you pay the fees and day-to-day expenses associated with your D.E.P. from any of the following sources...?

Read the categories to the respondent and mark all that apply. Exclude provincial/territorial training allowances and Employment Insurance (EI) payments. Examples of financial support: tuition fees, registration fees, exam fees, books, groceries, transportation, daycare, help to pay part of the rent.

• 1: From your union
• 2: From your family or friends
• 3: From a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
• 4: You did not receive financial support
• 5: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q16

[Excluding the time you were in your required course work, did/Did] you receive, when you were an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE], Employment Insurance (EI) regular benefits for reasons such as lack of work, seasonal employment or job loss?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Employment Insurance for Apprentice (EI) - Question identifier:EI_Q17

How many times?

Min = 1; Max = 20

Enter the number of times.

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_R01

We will now talk about the financial support that you may have received during your apprenticeship as a (an) [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE].

Press <1> to continue.

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q01

When you were an apprentice, were you aware of the Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) [for apprentices in Red Seal trades/blank]?

$1,000 per year/level (1 and 2), up to a maximum of $2,000. [A Red Seal trade is a trade for which you can get a certification that allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada./blank]

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q02

Did you apply for this grant?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q03

Why didn't you apply?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Was not aware of it at the time
• 02: Was not eligible
• 03: Did not have the required documentation to apply
• 04: The amount was not worth it
• 05: There was not enough time
• 06: The grant was difficult to obtain
• 07: I stopped my apprenticeship before I could apply
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q04

Was your application for the Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) approved...?

Read categories to respondent and mark only one.

• 1: Only in your first year or level
• 2: Only in your second year or level
• 3: Both (first and second year or level)
• 4: Neither one
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q05

When you were an apprentice, were you aware of the Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) (up to a maximum of $2,000)?

$2,000 upon completion of an apprenticeship and receipt of a journeyperson's certificate [in designated Red Seal trades (a Red Seal trade is a trade for which you can get a certification that allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada)/blank].

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q06

Did you apply for this grant?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: I stopped my apprenticeship before I could apply
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q07

Why didn't you apply (for the Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG))?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Was not aware of it at the time
• 02: Was not eligible
• 03: Did not have the required documentation to apply
• 04: The amount was not worth it
• 05: There was not enough time
• 06: The grant was difficult to obtain
• 07: I stopped my apprenticeship before I could apply
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q08

Was your application for the Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) approved?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: I stopped my apprenticeship before I could apply
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q09

Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:

The money I received from the Government of Canada apprenticeship grant(s) helped me cover the costs associated with my apprenticeship. (Do you ...?)

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q10

(Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:)

The money I received from the Government of Canada apprenticeship grant(s) encouraged me to complete my apprenticeship. Do you ...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q11

When you were an apprentice, have you ever claimed a tax credit on your income tax return for things like tools, specialized materials, tuition or certification exam fees?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q12

Why didn't you apply (for a tax credit on your income tax return for things like tools, specialized materials, tuition or certification exam fees, when you were an apprentice)?

Mark all that apply.

• 1: Was not aware of them
• 2: Was not eligible
• 3: Did not have the required documentation to apply
• 4: The tax credit amount was not worth it
• 5: Forgot to claim them on my income tax return
• 6: The tax credits are difficult to get
• 7: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q13

When you were working as an apprentice, did you receive income from the following sources...?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: From your apprenticeship employer
• 2: From another employer (other than your apprenticeship employer)
• 3: You did not have any income
• 4: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q14

Did you receive financial support to help you pay for things like meals, transportation, equipment or tools, from the following sources...?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: From your apprenticeship employer
• 2: From your union
• 3: From your family or friends
• 4: No, you did not receive financial support
• 5: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q15

Did you receive any other financial support, such as training allowances or other grants (not already mentioned)?

This can include any other grants, support or training allowance for apprentices from province or territory, or another apprenticeship support organization.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Financial Support from the Government of Canada (FS) - Question identifier:FS_Q16

What was (were) the name(s) of the grant(s) or allowance(s)?

Long Answer Length = 80

Specify.

Challenges (CH) - Question identifier:CH_Q02

Did anything make it difficult for you to progress through your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship before you [completed/discontinued] it?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Challenges (CH) - Question identifier:CH_Q03

Were these difficulties related to ...?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: Financial constraints (e.g., insufficient income, costs associated with the program too high or delays with employment insurance (EI, etc.))
• 2: Your employer, co-workers or union
• 3: Harassment or discrimination
• 4: Your physical work environment or physical demands (e.g., extreme temperature, heights, hazardous goods)
• 5: Job instability, such as frequently changing employers or lack of work
• 6: Personal or family issues
• 7: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Challenges (CH) - Question identifier:CH_Q04

What was the main difficulty?

Long Answer Length = 80

Specify.

Challenges (CH) - Question identifier:CH_Q05

What were the reasons why you did not complete your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship [in (year the respondent completed/discontinued their apprenticeship)/ blank]? Was it because ...?

Read the categories to the respondent and mark all that apply.

• 01: Of financial constraints (e.g., insufficient income, costs associated with the program too high or delays with employment insurance)
• 02: You received an offer of a better job
• 03: You disliked the work
• 04: Of your physical work environment or physical demands (e.g., extreme temperature, heights, hazardous goods)
• 05: Of job instability, such as frequently changing employers or lack of work
• 06: You returned to school, not related to the trade
• 07: You had a disagreement with your employer, co-workers or union
• 08: You experienced harassment or discrimination
• 09: You had personal or family issues
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Challenges (CH) - Question identifier:CH_Q06

What was the main reason?

Long Answer Length = 80

Specify.

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_R002

We will now discuss your involvement in the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship certification process.

Press <1> to continue.

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q002

Is the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade a Red Seal trade?

A Red Seal trade is a trade for which you can get a certification that allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_R003

We will now discuss your involvement in the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship certification process.

Press <1> to continue.

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q004

Have you attempted the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] exam?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q007

How many times did you attempt the exam?

Min = 1; Max = 10

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q023

Are you planning to try the exam [again/blank]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q027

Why not (why are you not planning to try the exam [again/blank])?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Did not complete the program so cannot write the exam
• 02: Do not need certification / qualification to get work in the trade
• 03: Certification is not required by employer
• 04: Certification was discouraged / not encouraged by employer
• 05: No longer interested / not working in the trade / retired (or planning to)
• 06: Family responsibilities / costs / lack of time
• 07: Illness, disability, injury, medical or health reasons
• 08: Do not want to write an exam
• 09: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q101

How many times have you attempted the [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] exam?

Min = 0; Max = 10

If the respondent mentions that there is no apprenticeship certification exam for this trade, please code as 0 (i.e. N/A).

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q103A

The [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade is a designated Red Seal trade. Do you have your Red Seal certification?

If necessary, read: (Having a Red Seal certification means that you have received a Red Seal endorsement on your [journeyman certificate or qualification certificate/certificate of vocational qualification or competency certificate-journeyman/certificate of qualification] and that your skills are automatically recognized in other provinces and territories, facilitating mobility. It is sometimes necessary to take another exam, in your province or territory, in order to be granted the Red Seal certification.)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q103B

In what year did you get the Red Seal certification?

Min = 1970; Max = 2016

The Red Seal certification allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada.

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q104

How did you obtain the Red Seal certification?

The Red Seal certification allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada. Read the following responses and select the one that is most appropriate. If the respondent mentions "tandem examination" (i.e. separate exam, but written right after Certificate of Qualification exam), please code as "2 - You wrote a separate exam for the Red Seal certification".

• 1: It came with your Certificate of Qualification (C of Q)
• 2: You wrote a separate exam for the Red Seal certification
• 3: You submitted your Certificate of Qualification grades or certificate to the province or territory to get your Red Seal (after you received your C of Q)
• 4: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q508

Do you intend to apply for the Red Seal certification in your trade?

The Red Seal certification allows you to work in your trade anywhere in Canada.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Certification (CR) - Question identifier:CR_Q600

Why not (why aren't you intending to apply for the Red Seal certification in your trade)?

Mark all that apply.

• 1: Do not need Red Seal certification to work
• 2: Red Seal certification is not required by employer
• 3: Red Seal certification was discouraged / not encouraged by employer
• 4: Not interested
• 5: Did not know about the Red Seal
• 6: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_R03

We will now discuss your current work activities. Many of the following questions concern your activities last week. By last week, I mean the week beginning on ^REFBEGE, and ending ^REFENDE.

Press <1> to continue.

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q03

Last week, did you work at a job or business? (regardless of the number of hours)

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q04

Last week, did you have a job or business from which you were absent?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q05

What was the main reason you were absent from work last week?

• 01: Own illness or disability
• 02: Caring for own children
• 03: Caring for elderly relative (60 years of age or older)
• 04: Maternity or parental leave
• 05: Other personal or family responsibilities
• 06: Vacation
• 07: Labour dispute (strike or lockout) (Employees only)
• 08: Temporary layoff due to business conditions (Employees only)
• 09: Seasonal layoff (Employees only)
• 10: Casual job, no work available (Employees only)
• 11: Work schedule (e.g., shift work) (Employees only)
• 12: Self-employed, no work available (Self-employed only)
• 13: Seasonal business (Excluding employees)
• 14: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q06

Did you have more than one job or business last week?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q07A

Last week, did you have a job to start at a definite date in the future?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q07B

Will this work be related to your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q08

Will you usually work more or less than 30 hours per week?

• 1: 30 or more hours per week
• 2: Less than 30 hours per week
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q09

What is the main reason you will usually work less than 30 hours per week?

• 01: Own illness or disability
• 02: Caring for own children, maternity/parental leave, pregnancy
• 03: Caring for other family members
• 04: Other personal or family responsibilities
• 05: Going to school
• 06: Could not find work with 30 or more hours per week
• 07: Personal preference
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q10

In the 4 weeks ending ^REFENDE, did you do anything to find work?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 1 (LF1) - Question identifier:LF1_Q11

Did you want a job with more or less than 30 hours per week?

• 1: 30 or more hours per week
• 2: Less than 30 hours per week
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 2 (LF2) - Question identifier:LF2_Q24

Were you an employee or self-employed?

• 1: Employee
• 2: Self-employed
• 3: Working in a family business without pay
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 2 (LF2) - Question identifier:LF2_Q25

Was this a permanent, temporary, or seasonal job?

• 1: Permanent
• 2: Temporary
• 3: Seasonal
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 2 (LF2) - Question identifier:LF2_Q26

What year will this job end?

Min = 2015; Max = 2048

Dates are essential. You may probe using seasons, special events etc. to determine a year. Respondent's best estimate is acceptable.

Labour Force 2 (LF2) - Question identifier:LF2_Q27

Was this work related to your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 2 (LF2) - Question identifier:LF2_Q28

Have you ever worked in a job related to your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade since you [completed/discontinued] your apprenticeship in ^DV_TRYEARV?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q30A

For whom did you work [last week/at your main job last week, that is, the one at which you worked the most hours]?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter the full name of the company, business, government department or agency, or person.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q30B

What was the name of your business?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter the full name of the business. If there is no business name, enter the respondent's full name.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q31

What kind of business, industry or service was this?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: auto dealership, manufacturing, restaurant.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q32

What was your work or occupation?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter a detailed description. For example: mechanic, machinist, cook.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q33

In this work, what were your main activities?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: wheel alignments, fixing broken machines, preparing meals.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q34

Did you do an apprenticeship with this employer?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q35

In this work last week, were you...?

Read the categories to the respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: A journeyperson
• 2: An apprentice
• 3: A contractor
• 4: A foreman
• 5: An employee / a worker / a labourer
• 6: Other - Specify
• 8: RF

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q36

In what province or territory was this job located?

• 10: Newfoundland and Labrador
• 11: Prince Edward Island
• 12: Nova Scotia
• 13: New Brunswick
• 24: Quebec
• 35: Ontario
• 46: Manitoba
• 47: Saskatchewan
• 48: Alberta
• 59: British Columbia
• 60: Yukon
• 61: Northwest Territories
• 62: Nunavut
• 77: Outside Canada
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q37

In what year did you start working for [this employer/(employer name)/yourself]?

Min = 1958; Max = 2015

Dates are essential. You may probe using seasons, special events etc. to determine a year. Respondent's best estimate is acceptable.

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q38

Is this the first job you had since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship in ^DV_TRYEARV?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 3 (LF3) - Question identifier:LF3_Q39

Since you [completed/discontinued] your ^DT_CURTRE apprenticeship, for how many employers, other than [this employer/(employer name)/yourself], have you worked for? Self-employment contracts count as one employer only.

Min = 1; Max = 20

If the number of employers is more than 20, enter "20".

Labour Force 4 (LF4) - Question identifier:LF4_Q50

Considering the duties and responsibilities of this job, how satisfied were you with the money you made? Would you say that you were...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 4 (LF4) - Question identifier:LF4_Q52

Considering all aspects of the [job/main job] you held last week, how satisfied were you with the job security? Would you say you were...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 4 (LF4) - Question identifier:LF4_Q54

(Considering all aspects of the [job/main job] you held last week,) how satisfied were you with the health and safety conditions? Would you say you were...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 4 (LF4) - Question identifier:LF4_Q56

Does this job provide any of the following?

Read categories to respondent.
Mark all that apply.

• 1: Extended health care benefits (not covered by provincial health)
• 2: A dental plan
• 3: Retirement plan benefits
• 4: Paid vacation
• 5: Sick leave benefits
• 6: Other benefits
• 7: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q60

Considering the [job/main job] you held last week, how many months in a year do you usually work at this job?

Min = 1; Max = 12

If less than one month, enter "1".

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q62

Considering the [job/main job] you held last week, do you usually work every week of the month?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q63

How many weeks in a month do you usually work at this job?

Min = 1; Max = 4

If less than 7 days, enter "1".

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q64

On average, how many hours do you usually work per week?

Min = 0.0; Max = 168.0

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q65

What is the reason you usually work less than 30 hours per week at this job?

• 01: Own illness or disability
• 02: Caring for own children, maternity/parental leave, pregnancy
• 03: Other personal or family responsibilities
• 04: Going to school
• 05: Hours reduced due to business conditions
• 06: Could not find work with 30 or more hours per week
• 07: Personal preference
• 08: Multiple job holder
• 09: Characteristic of the job
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q66

What is the easiest way for you to tell us your wage or salary, including tips and commissions, before taxes and other deductions for this job? Would it be on a yearly, monthly, weekly, hourly or on some other basis?

• 01: Hourly
• 02: Daily
• 03: Weekly
• 04: Bi-weekly / every two weeks
• 05: Semi-monthly / twice a month
• 06: Monthly
• 07: Yearly
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q67

How many days a week do you usually work at this job?

Min = 01; Max = 07

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q68

Including tips and commissions, what is your [daily/weekly/bi-weekly/semi-monthly/monthly/yearly/(other)] wage or salary, before taxes and other deductions?

Min = 1; Max = 9999995

For self-employed workers, collect net income; that is after deducting all business expenses. We are looking for the wages or salary earned as of last week. Please do not capture cents.

Labour Force 5 (LF5) - Question identifier:LF5_Q69

Including tips and commissions, what is your hourly wage or salary, before taxes and other deductions?

Min = 1.00; Max = 995.00

For self-employed workers, collect net income; that is after deducting all business expenses. We are looking for the wages or salary earned as of last week. Please capture hourly wage in dollars and cents.

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q20

Since you [completed/discontinued] your apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^SC_Q10A/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3], did you work at a job or a business?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q24

At your most recent job, were you an employee or self-employed?

• 1: Employee
• 2: Self-employed
• 3: Working in a family business without pay
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q25

Was this a permanent, temporary, or seasonal job?

• 1: Permanent
• 2: Temporary
• 3: Seasonal
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q26

In what year did this job end?

Min = 2010; Max = 2040

Dates are essential. You may probe using seasons, special events, etc. to determine the year. Respondent's best estimate is acceptable.

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q27

Was this work related to your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 1 (MR1) - Question identifier:MR1_Q28

Have you ever worked in a job related to your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] trade since you [completed/discontinued] your apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^SC_Q10A/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q30A

At your most recent job, for whom did you work?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter the full name of the company, business, government department or agency, or person.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q30B

At your most recent job, what was the name of your business?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter the full name of the business. If there is no business name, enter the respondent's full name.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q31

What kind of business, industry or service was this?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: auto dealership, manufacturing, restaurant.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q32

What was your work or occupation?

Long Answer Length = 50

Enter a detailed description. For example: mechanic, machinist, cook.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q33

In this work, what were your main activities?

Long Answer Length = 80

Enter a detailed description. For example: wheel alignments, fixing broken machines, preparing meals.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q34

Did you do an apprenticeship with this employer?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q35

In this most recent job, were you ...?

Read the categories to the respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: A journeyperson
• 2: An apprentice
• 3: A contractor
• 4: A foreman
• 5: An employee / A worker / A labourer
• 6: Other - Specify
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q36

In what province or territory was this job located?

• 10: Newfoundland and Labrador
• 11: Prince Edward Island
• 12: Nova Scotia
• 13: New Brunswick
• 24: Quebec
• 35: Ontario
• 46: Manitoba
• 47: Saskatchewan
• 48: Alberta
• 59: British Columbia
• 60: Yukon
• 61: Northwest Territories
• 62: Nunavut
• 77: Outside Canada
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q37

In what year did you start working for [(name of employer at most recent job)/this employer/yourself]?

Min = 1958; Max = 2016

Dates are essential. You may probe using seasons, special events, etc. to determine the year. Respondent's best estimate is acceptable.

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q38

Was this the first job you had since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship in [^FR_YEAR/^SC_Q07A/^DV_TRYEAR1/^SC_Q10A/^DV_TRYEAR2/^SC_Q17B/^DV_TRYEAR3]?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 2 (MR2) - Question identifier:MR2_Q39

Since you [completed/discontinued] your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship, how many employers, other than [(name of employer at most recent job)/this employer/yourself], did you work for? Self-employment contracts count as one business only.

Min = 1; Max = 20

If the number of employers is more than 20, enter "20".

Most Recent Job 3 (MR3) - Question identifier:MR3_Q50

Considering the duties and responsibilities of this job, how satisfied were you with the money you made? Would you say that you were...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 3 (MR3) - Question identifier:MR3_Q52

Considering all aspects of this job, how satisfied were you with the job security? Would you say you were ...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 3 (MR3) - Question identifier:MR3_Q54

(Considering all aspects of this job,) how satisfied were you with the health and safety conditions? Would you say you were ...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: Very satisfied
• 2: Satisfied
• 3: Dissatisfied
• 4: Very dissatisfied
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 3 (MR3) - Question identifier:MR3_Q56

Did this job provide any of the following?

Read categories to respondent and mark all that apply.

• 1: Extended health care benefits (not covered by provincial health)
• 2: A dental plan
• 3: Retirement plan benefits
• 4: Paid vacation
• 5: Sick leave benefits
• 6: Other benefits
• 7: None of the above
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q60

During how many months in a year did you usually work at your most recent job?

Min = 1; Max = 12

If less than one month, enter "1".

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q62

At your most recent job, did you usually work every week of the month?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q63

How many weeks in a month did you usually work at this job?

Min = 1; Max = 4

If less than 7 days, enter "1".

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q64

On average, how many hours did you usually work per week?

Min = 0.0; Max = 168.0

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q65

What is the reason you usually worked less than 30 hours per week at this job?

• 01: Own illness or disability
• 02: Caring for own children, maternity/parental leave, pregnancy
• 03: Other personal or family responsibilities
• 04: Going to school
• 05: Hours reduced due to business conditions
• 06: Could not find work with 30 or more hours per week
• 07: Personal preference
• 08: Multiple job holder
• 09: Characteristic of the job
• 10: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q66

What is the easiest way for you to tell us your wage or salary, including tips and commissions, before taxes and other deductions for this most recent job? Would it be on a yearly, monthly, weekly, hourly or on some other basis?

• 01: Hourly
• 02: Daily
• 03: Weekly
• 04: Bi-weekly / every two weeks
• 05: Semi-monthly / twice a month
• 06: Monthly
• 07: Yearly
• 08: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q67

How many days a week did you usually work at this job?

Min = 1; Max = 7

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q68

Including tips and commissions, what was your [daily/weekly/bi-weekly/semi-monthly/monthly/yearly/(other)] wage or salary, before taxes and other deductions?

Min = 1; Max = 9999995

For self-employed workers, collect net income; that is after deducting all business expenses. Please do not capture cents.

Most Recent Job 4 (MR4) - Question identifier:MR4_Q69

Including tips and commissions, what was your hourly wage or salary, before taxes and other deductions?

Min = 1.00; Max = 995.00

For self-employed workers, collect net income; that is after deducting all business expenses. Please capture hourly wage in dollars and cents.

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_R01

The following questions concern your family situation when you [began regular work as/became/became registered as] an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE].

Press <1> to continue.

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_Q01

What was your marital status when you [began regular work as/became/became registered as] an apprentice [in (year respondent began first trade)/blank] [when you were (age of respondent when first became an apprentice) years old/blank]?

Common-law refers to two people who live together as a couple but who are not legally married to each other.

• 1: Married
• 2: Living common-law
• 3: Separated
• 4: Divorced
• 5: Single, never married
• 6: Widow or widower
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_Q02

Including yourself, how many people were living in the same household as you?

Min = 1; Max = 20

Enter the number of people.

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_Q03

Who were you living with?

Mark all that apply.

• 01: Your husband or wife
• 02: Your common-law partner (no matter the duration)
• 03: Your mother (biological, adoptive, foster or stepmother)
• 04: Your father (biological, adoptive, foster or stepfather)
• 05: Your son or daughter (respondent's child or spouse's or common-law partner's, foster or adopted)
• 06: Your brother or sister (or step brother or sister)
• 07: Your grandparents
• 08: Member(s) of your spouse's or common-law partner's family
• 09: Other related person
• 10: Other person (not related)
• 11: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_Q04

When you [began regular work as/became/became registered as] an apprentice [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE], how many dependants did you have?

Min = 0; Max = 20

A dependant is someone for whom the respondent is financially or legally responsible, for example, a child, a parent or a relative.

Enter the number of dependants.

Family Situation (FA) - Question identifier:FA_Q05

Of these dependants, how many were under the age of 18?

Min = 0; Max = 20

Enter the number of children.

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_R01

The following questions are of a general nature and will complete the interview.

Press <1> to continue.

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q01

Of English or French, which language(s) do you speak well enough to conduct a conversation? Is it...?

Read categories to respondent.

• 1: English only
• 2: French only
• 3: Both English and French
• 4: Neither English nor French
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q04

In what country were you born?

Ask the respondent to specify country of birth according to current boundaries.

Start typing the name of the country to activate function.
Enter "CAN" to select Canada.
Enter "Other-Specify" if the country is not part of the list.

Null is not allowed.

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q05

Are you now, or have you ever been a landed immigrant in Canada?

A landed immigrant, or permanent resident, is a person who has been granted the right to live in Canada permanently by immigration authorities.

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q06

In what year did you first become a landed immigrant in Canada?

Min = 1870; Max = 2100

If respondent cannot give exact year of immigration, ask for a best estimate of the year.

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q07

Are you an Aboriginal person, that is, First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)? First Nations includes Status and Non-Status Indians.

The terms "First Nations" and "North American Indian" can be interchanged. Some respondents may prefer one term over the other. "Inuit" is the plural form of "Inuk".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q08

Are you First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)?

Mark all that apply. First Nations (North American Indian) includes Status and Non-Status Indians.
The terms "First Nations" and "North American Indian" can be interchanged. Some respondents may prefer one term over the other.
"Inuit" is the plural form of "Inuk".

• 1: First Nations (North American Indian)
• 2: Métis
• 3: Inuk (Inuit)
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q09

You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.

Are you ...?

Read categories to respondent and mark up to 4 responses that apply.
If respondent answers "mixed" or "bi-racial", probe for specific groups and mark each one separately (e.g. White, Black, Chinese).

• 01: White
• 02: South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan)
• 03: Chinese
• 04: Black
• 05: Filipino
• 06: Latin American
• 07: Arab
• 08: Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian,
  Malaysian, Laotian)
• 09: West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan)
• 10: Korean
• 11: Japanese
• 12: Other - Specify
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q10

What is the highest certificate, diploma or degree that your mother or female guardian completed?

If not appropriate to the respondent's situation, select "not applicable".

• 01: Less than high school diploma or its equivalent
• 02: High school diploma or a high school
  equivalency certificate
• 03: Trade certificate or diploma
• 04: College, CEGEP or other non-university
  certificate or diploma (other than trades
  certificates or diplomas)
• 05: University certificate or diploma below the
  bachelor's level
• 06: Bachelor's degree (e.g. B.A., B.Sc., LL.B.)
• 07: University certificate, diploma, degree above the
  bachelor's level
• 08: Not applicable
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q11

In addition to this certificate, diploma or degree, did your mother or female guardian complete a trades certificate or diploma?

If not appropriate to the respondent's situation, select "not applicable".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: Not applicable
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q12

What is the highest certificate, diploma or degree that your father or male guardian completed?

If not appropriate to the respondent's situation, select "not applicable".

• 01: Less than high school diploma or its equivalent
• 02: High school diploma or a high school
  equivalency certificate
• 03: Trade certificate or diploma
• 04: College, CEGEP or other non-university
  certificate or diploma (other than trades
  certificates or diplomas)
• 05: University certificate or diploma below the
  bachelor's level
• 06: Bachelor's degree (e.g. B.A., B.Sc., LL.B.)
• 07: University certificate, diploma, degree above the
  bachelor's level
• 08: Not applicable
• 98: RF
• 99: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q13

In addition to this certificate, diploma or degree, did your father or male guardian complete a trades certificate or diploma?

If not appropriate to the respondent's situation, select "not applicable".

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 3: Not applicable
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q14

What is the highest certificate, diploma or degree that you have completed?

• 1: Less than high school diploma or its equivalent
• 2: High school diploma or a high school
  equivalency certificate
• 3: Trade certificate or diploma
• 4: College, CEGEP or other non-university
  certificate or diploma (other than trades
  certificates or diplomas)
• 5: University certificate or diploma below the
  bachelor's level
• 6: Bachelor's degree (e.g. B.A., B.Sc., LL.B.)
• 7: University certificate, diploma, degree above the
  bachelor's level
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q15

[In (year the respondent first became an apprentice in trade), when/At age (age of respondent when first became an apprentice), when/When] you started your [^TRADE_E/^DV_SCQ17AE] apprenticeship, did you have any disabilities that had lasted or were expected to last six months or more?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Demographics Harmonized (DH) - Question identifier:DH_Q16

Do you have any now?

• 1: Yes
• 2: No
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Value and attitude regarding trades (VA) - Question identifier:VA_Q01

Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:

[Being an apprentice/An apprenticeship program] is the best way to learn a trade. (Do you ...?)

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Value and attitude regarding trades (VA) - Question identifier:VA_Q02

(Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:)

Canadians increasingly see trades as a good career option. Do you ...?

Read the categories to the respondent.

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Value and attitude regarding trades (VA) - Question identifier:VA_Q03

(Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:)

On average, trade occupations pay better than other jobs. Do you ...?

Read the categories to the respondent.

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Value and attitude regarding trades (VA) - Question identifier:VA_Q04

(Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with the following statements:)

Trades are a second choice career. Do you ...?

Read the categories to the respondent.

• 1: Strongly agree
• 2: Agree
• 3: Disagree
• 4: Strongly disagree
• 8: RF
• 9: DK

Language Look-up (LLU) - Question identifier:LLU_Q01

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^ITEXT
Start typing name of language to activate the search function.
Enter "Other - Specify" if the language is not part of the list.
Start typing "111" to select the item which indicates no (more) languages.