DEWALT is thrilled to be an official sponsor of the Skills Canada National Competition 2026, in Toronto, Ontario from May 27-30.
Once again, this year, DEWALT will be the exclusive construction tool provider of this annual event.
Matt Markowiak, director of marketing for DEWALT Canada, says, “It is a great honour to be part of the Skills Canada National Competition, providing so many talented competitors with professional-grade tools from DEWALT. We are looking forward to supporting the next generation of skilled tradespeople in Canada for years to come.”
DEWALT’s involvement in the Skills Canada National Competition includes the sponsorship of the welcome reception to be held at the Enercare Centre. DEWALT will also be recognized in 27 of the 40 skills areas for providing tooling.
DEWALT has also established the DEWALT Tool Grant that will see the tools provided for the competition distributed to three post-secondary schools in Ontario – and the other half will go to support Skills Canada Ontario’s Tools for School program. Each kit features approximately $10,000 worth of tools. These packages include tools such as DEWALT cordless drills, circular saws, reciprocating saws and various hand tools.
These donated tools will impact thousands of students, and this will go a long way in giving students the opportunity to properly train in a number of different trades. The Skills Canada National Competition this year features more than 525 secondary and post-secondary competitors from all 13 provinces and territories, competing for the national title in their skilled trade or technology.
The 45 skills areas include everything from welding to carpentry, robotics to hairstyling, and auto service to cooking.
“By giving youth the opportunity to try skilled trade and technology activities firsthand, events like the Skills Canada National Competition help spark curiosity, build confidence, and open the door to meaningful career opportunities,” says Shaun Thorson, chief executive officer, Skills/Compétences Canada.
“They are an important way to connect the next generation with careers that are essential to Canada’s future workforce.”
