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Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth

Skills Canada Alberta

Through in-depth conversations, we aim to provide valuable advice and insightful perspectives on the impact of the Skills Canada competitions on the careers and lives of our guests. Join us as we explore the journeys of Alumni and many others and uncover the lasting effects of their participation in the Skills Canada Competitions.The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Skills Canada Alberta or its affiliates. Our goal is to provide a

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62:59

Stitched For Success: Kayla Klita's Fashion...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/10/02

In this episode, we sit down with Fashion Technology alumna, Kayla Klita, to talk about her incredible journey through Skills, discovering her passion for Fashion Technology, and what comes next. Kayla first competed at Skills in 2024, earning 6th place in Fashion Technology. She returned in 2025 with determination and took home gold at the Provincial Skills Canada Competition, earning her a spot on Team Alberta at the Skills Canada National Competition in Regina, where she brought home bronz...

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49:04

Wired to Win: Emanuel's Industrial Control Journey

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2026/09/04

In this episode, we sit down with SAIT alumnus and Industrial Control Skills competitor Emanuel Quintero-Rodriguez to hear the story behind an incredible Skills journey. Emanuel competed in Industrial Control at the Provincial Skills Canada Competition in 2024, 2025, and 2026. In 2025, he earned gold at provincials, securing his place on Team Alberta and a spot at the Skills Canada National Competition in Regina, where he brought home bronze. Determined to keep pushing toward his goal, Emanue...

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67:49

From Competitor to Mentor: Inspiring the Next...

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2026/08/14

In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Nobel Chan from SAIT to talk about his incredible Skills journey and how the competition has shaped his career. Nobel first competed in Cabinet Making at the Provincial Skills Canada Competition in 2023, where he earned a silver medal. He returned in 2024, winning gold and securing his place on Team Alberta for the Skills Canada National Competition in Quebec City. There, he represented Alberta with pride and brought home the national silver medal. Si...

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46:54

One Shot, Two Golds: From First-Time Competitor to...

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2026/07/31

In this episode, join us as we sit down with Industrial Mechanics/Millwright alumnus Jack Butts from SAIT to hear about his incredible Skills journey. Competing at Skills for the very first time this year, Jack made an unforgettable impact by advancing all the way to the Skills Canada National Competition in Toronto, where he earned the Gold Medal. Jack shares what inspired him to compete, what it was like to experience Skills at both the provincial and national levels, and how the competitio...

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41:28

Shear Determination: Kyla Smith's Climb to the Podium

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/06/29

In this episode, we sit down with Skills Canada Alberta alumna Kyla Smith, a student from Lord Beaverbrook High School, to discuss her journey through the Hairstyling competition. After competing at the Intermediate level in 2025, Kyla set her sights on returning to the competition in Senior Hairstyling—and she did just that, earning gold at the 2026 Provincial Skills Canada Competition and bronze at the 2026 Skills Canada National Competition in Toronto. Kyla shares how the competition...

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54:33

Glow For Gold: Jenna Holman's Aesthetics Journey from...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/06/15

In this episode, we sit down with Aesthetics alumna, Jenna Holman. Jenna competed in 2019, where she earned gold at the provincial level, securing her place on Team Alberta. That same year, she went on to represent the province at the Skills Canada National Competition in Halifax, where she brought home a bronze medal. Today, Jenna is a medical aesthetician and laser technician working at The Vanity Lab in Edmonton, where she serves as Senior Technician. She has continued her involvement in t...

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62:29

Chef's Table to Judge's Table: Alyssa Paron's...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/05/25

In this episode, we sit down with Culinary Arts alumna Alyssa Paron, who takes us through her inspiring journey in the culinary world, from competing in the 2015 Skills Canada Alberta Competition, where she earned silver, to advancing to the national stage in Saskatoon later that same year. Alyssa shares what it was like stepping into the high-pressure environment of culinary competition and how those experiences shaped her career path. Growing up in Alberta, she was also inspired by her fami...

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12:06

Provincial Success Pro Tips: Insights from Skills Alumni

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/05/01

In this episode, we’re bringing you a special collection of advice from some of our incredible Skills alumni, just in time for the 2026 Provincial Skills Canada Competition. With the big event right around the corner, this episode is designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to take on the competition. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear valuable insights, encouragement, and tips from past competitors who have been in your shoes and know what it takes to succeed. From managing ...

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50:48

Frame By Frame: Wynn Brown's Video Production Journey...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/04/21

In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Wynn Brown, who competed in Video Production in both 2023 and 2024. Alongside his teammate, Kiyan Karimaghaei, Wynn placed first at the 2024 Provincial Skills Canada Competition, earning their spot on Team Alberta and the opportunity to compete at the 2024 Skills Canada National Competition in Quebec City. Wynn shares how he first got into film, the impact of his mentor Mr. Stevens from Foothills Composite High School, and how that encouragement led h...

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77:03

From Skills Stage to Silver Screen: Chase Cardinal's...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/04/07

In this episode, we sit down with alumnus Chase Cardinal, who competed from 2017–2018 in Job Skill Demonstration, showcasing his talent in special effects makeup and prosthetics application. Chase starts by sharing how he first discovered special effects makeup and what initially drew him to the craft. He then reflects on the impact of his mentor from Lord Beaverbrook High School, a fashion teacher named Stephanie, who played a key role in encouraging and supporting his creative journey. From...

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36:56

Precision in Motion: Jacob McClelland's CNC Milling...

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2026/03/24

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Team Canada competitor Jacob McClelland, who will be representing Canada in CNC Milling at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Jacob’s interest in machining grew as he learned more about the precision, creativity, and problem-solving behind CNC Milling. He’s especially inspired by the idea that the small, detailed parts he creates can become essential components in major projects—including the kinds of part...

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43:43

Where Safety Meets Skill: Annika Cameron's Workplace...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/03/09

In this episode, we’re joined by Workplace Safety alumna Annika Cameron. Annika began her Skills journey in Grade 10 after a teacher encouraged her to try the Skills Alberta competition — and that one “yes” turned into three years of competing and a spot on Team Alberta. In her second year, she proudly brought home a bronze medal. Annika shares what the Workplace Safety competition is all about, what competitors can expect, and how to best prepare and train for success. She also reflects on h...

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23:31

From Skills to Shanghai: Kylar Bloomberg's Plumbing...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/02/17

In this episode we sit down with Kylar Bloomberg, representing Team Canada in Plumbing, as he prepares to compete on the world stage at the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai in 2026. Kylar shares how his Skills journey began through mentorship and training with Justin Fisher, his trainer and a former WorldSkills plumbing competitor who represented Canada in 2017. He also talks about working closely with his WorldSkills Canada Expert, Kylar’s guidance and support as he prepares for internati...

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38:43

Designing the Future: Bella Kehoe's Skills Alberta &...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/02/06

In this episode, we sit down with Bella Kehoe, a talented Graphic Design alumna whose Skills journey continues to come full circle. Bella first competed in 2023, earning gold at the Provincial Skills Canada Competition and securing her spot on Team Alberta for the national competition in Winnipeg, where she went on to win bronze. She returned in 2024 and did it again, taking home gold provincially and representing Team Alberta at the Skills Canada National Competition in Quebec City. But Bell...

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22:00

Primed & Polished: Anika Jones' Car Painting Route to...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/01/19

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Team Canada competitor Anika Jones, who will be representing Canada in Car Painting at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Anika’s path started at NAIT, where her passion for creativity and her love of cars came together in the world of automotive refinishing. Drawn to the blend of artistry, precision, and technical skill, Anika found her place in Car Painting—an environment where her creative instincts cou...

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25:36

Mastering the Mechanics: Tyler Gunther's Rise to Team...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2026/01/09

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Team Canada competitor Tyler Gunther, who will be representing Canada in Industrial Mechanics/Millwright at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Tyler’s journey began at SAIT, where he dove into his passion for the mechanical world. Incredibly, this was Tyler’s first year competing in the Skills competitions—and his talent, discipline, and determination propelled him all the way to Team Canada on his very fi...

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27:28

Crafted for Competition: Logan Peters' Path to...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2025/12/26

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Logan Peters, who will be representing Canada in Carpentry at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Logan’s carpentry journey began back in Grade 11, when he first discovered the thrill of competition. He continued to sharpen his skills through post-secondary training, eventually competing at the post-secondary level as well. But his biggest surprise came after the Skills Canada National Competition—Logan did...

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49:23

Full Voltage Focus: Keegan Sturge's Electrical...

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2025/12/09

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Keegan Sturge, who will be representing Canada in Electrical Installations at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Hailing from Fort McMurray, Keegan is making history as the first-ever competitor from Fort McMurray to take the world stage at WorldSkills. His Skills journey began back in high school, where he first got involved in Skills competitions. He continued competing through his time at Keyano College...

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25:58

Cut, Carve, Compete: Tate McGarry's Path to Team Canada

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2025/11/25

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Tate McGarry, who will be representing Canada in Cabinet Making at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Tate’s love for woodworking started long before his time at SAIT, where he later honed his skills and discovered his competitive drive. After first competing in Carpentry, he found his niche in Cabinet Making, a trade that perfectly combines his creativity and precision. His commitment to excellence ...

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42:04

Fueled by Passion: Carter Kokot's Road to Team Canada

Skillz & Thrillz: Alberta"s Trade & Tech Youth ·

2025/11/10

Welcome to another episode of the Team Canada Podcast Series! In this episode, we sit down with Team Canada competitor Carter Kokot, who will be representing Canada in Automobile Technology at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Carter’s journey began at SAIT, where his dad, who was also an instructor, encouraged him to compete in the Skills competitions while he was pursuing his studies. Growing up with a lifelong passion for cars, Carter’s dedication and determination have driven him from competing ...

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