WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

September 22, 2026

Alberta's largest-ever Team Canada contingent will showcase the province's skilled trades talent at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Beginning Sept. 22, competitors from across Alberta will join Team Canada at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China. The international event brings together about 1,500 competitors from more than 70 countries and regions to compete in skilled trade and technology disciplines, showcasing the next generation of highly trained professionals.

With 12 of Team Canada's 31 competitors, Alberta has the largest contingent on the national team. Alberta competitors will participate in disciplines ranging from welding, plumbing and car painting to aerospace technology, CNC machining and web technologies, showcasing the breadth of talent and training opportunities available across the province.

Alberta’s representatives are sharing their excitement about the event.

“Representing Alberta and Canada at WorldSkills is an incredible honour. This opportunity is pushing me to become a better painter and a better competitor. I'm excited to test my skills against competitors from around the world and to learn from some of the best in the industry.”

                Anika Jones, Team Canada competitor, car painting

 “Anika has demonstrated exceptional commitment throughout her training. It takes technical skill, discipline and resilience to compete at this level, and she continues to rise to every challenge. We are proud to see her represent Alberta and Canada at the world's premier skills competition.”

                Cecile Bukmeier, Team Canada expert and mentor, car painting

Best of luck to all the competitors! You have made Alberta proud. Read the full news release here: alberta.ca . For further details on the event and the competitors, visit skillsalberta.com/world-skills .