Welcome to IMI Alberta -
Edmonton Training Centre
Training Update:
As of May 2025, IMI Alberta - Edmonton Training Centre is now a government approved and accredited technical training provider for the Bricklayer trade in the province of Alberta. At this time, IMI Edmonton has been approved for 1st Period training ONLY.
IMI Edmonton utilizes the approved Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) curriculum that aligns with existing training in the province to ensure continuity and success for all existing and future apprentices.
What do bricklayers do?Click the link for information on what our skilled journeypersons do on a daily basis in the masonry trade. |
Where do I start?Click the link for information on prerequisites for entry in to the bricklayer apprenticeship program. |
How do I become an apprentice?Click the link for information on how to become a registered bricklayer apprentice in Alberta. |
IMI Alberta - Edmonton Training Centre
Apprentice Information
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2025/26 Academic Year Class Dates: |
Period 1 (1st Year): October 20 - December 12, 2025 Period 1 (1st Year): January 12 - March 6, 2026 Classes will be held Monday through Thursday, 7:30am - 4pm (7.5 hours of instruction per day). The instructors, classroom, and workshop will be available and open on all Fridays for enrolled students to receive additional help with tutoring or practice time on the tools. We strongly encourage all apprentices to take advantage of these Fridays and the student supports available to them to ensure their success. IMPORTANT NOTE: IMI Alberta - Edmonton Training Centre is not yet accepting formal registrations for these class intakes due to AIT system online requirements for student enrollments. Registration is anticipated to be available by mid-July 2025. Contact BAC Local #1 Alberta Director of Training Nick Peters by phone at 587-988-2465 or by email at npeters@bacalberta.ca to have your name added to the WAIT LIST in the interim. In order to register for classes once they are available, apprentices MUST provide their AIT ID number (4-7 digit number located on your apprentice identification card). Please ensure you include your AIT ID number in your email request for the WAIT LIST. |
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Program Length: |
The Alberta Bricklayer apprenticeship program consists of three (3) periods of training (1st, 2nd, and 3rd year apprenticeship levels). Each period requires apprentices to complete 1600 hours of on the job work experience, as well as 240 hours of technical training. Technical training is delivered in 8-week blocks for each class. |
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Who Should Attend: |
All registered bricklayer apprentices. Our apprenticeship program is open to everyone. We welcome anyone who has both interest and passion for the masonry trade, and we look forward to helping you in your trowel trades education on a path to a great career. |
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Location: |
11330 143 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5M 1V5 |
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Instructors: |
Lead Instructor - Derek Kowalchuk, RSE Co-Instructor - TBD |
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Tuition and Fees: |
Tuition: $1200 per student. Textbook, Materials and Shop Fees: $115 per student. |
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For Further Information: |
Contact BAC Local #1 Alberta Director of Training Nick Peters by phone at 587-988-2465 or by email at npeters@bacalberta.ca |
Financial Supports for ApprenticesAttending technical training is required for all apprentices. However, it can be a financial challenge for many to attend training. The below links will take you to various financial support resources to assist you. Be smart, plan ahead, budget your money, take advantage of available supports, and attend technical training. Advance in your apprenticeship and build your earning power. Your future depends on you. AIT FINANCIAL AIDAIT SCHOLARSHIPSEMPLOYMENT INSURANCECANADA APPRENTICE LOANS |
Training Partners
BAC Local 1 AB and IMI Alberta - Edmonton Training Centre proudly partner with these organizations on a variety of training programs and trowel trades learning initiatives. Contact our office for more details, or visit their websites for more information.
The Educational Partnership Foundation |
Women Building Futures |
Helmets to Hardhats |
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