From classrooms to construction Calgary students explore careers in trades

From classrooms to construction Calgary students explore careers in trades

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The Calgary Construction Association and Calgary Catholic School District are hosting a career fair aimed at hands-on learning for elementary students to explore the skilled trades. Rayn Rashid finds out why this is needed at such a young age.

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