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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is MySTN?
MySTN is a consultative network of skilled tradespeople, employers, and industry experts (like you!).
Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) may reach out to members for input on trades training and certification.
How do I participate?
You may be invited to take part in consultations. These are optional and can include:
|
Type |
What It Involves |
Time Commitment |
Paid? |
|
Surveys |
Short online questionnaires |
5–20 minutes |
❌ No |
|
Group Consultations |
Group discussions on trade-related topics |
1–2 meetings, or multiple over months |
✅ Yes |
|
Individual Consultations |
One-on-one help on specific tasks |
1–5 days |
✅ Yes |
What else can I expect?
- A welcome message once you join the network providing you with more details
- Before participating in consultations, you will be required to sign an acknowledgement of confidentiality and use undertaking for each trade you are participating in.
- Emails inviting you to participate (no pressure to say yes)
- Annual webcast updates about your trade
- Reminders to update your info occasionally
- Training/support provided for in-depth consultations
- Remuneration and travel coverage if applicable (based on the Alberta Government Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy)
Do I have to participate to stay a member?
Your participation is always optional.
You decide when and how often you get involved. Not available? Don’t worry — you’re still in the network and may be invited in the future.
How often will I be contacted?
Only when there’s a consultation relevant to your trade. That might be once a year or a few times over several months.
Do I get paid?
- Surveys: Not paid
- Group and individual consultations: Paid per session or day + reimbursement for travel, meals, parking
- You'll get more information if/when you commit to participating.
- Alberta Government Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy
What if I can’t attend a consultation I agreed to?
Please give us 72 hours’ notice by emailing both your AIT staff contact and ae.mystn@gov.ab.ca.
Will I get a T4 for payment I receive?
No. SMEs are paid as contractors (business partners) and are not issued T4s as a result.
What is the Acknowledgement of Confidentiality and Use?
An Acknowledgement of Confidentiality and Use ensures that members maintain the confidentiality of consultation materials, potential changes and discussions and do not share this information publicly before the process is complete.
What is the consent to publish my information?
As a member of the MySTN network, you may be publicly identified as a network member. By applying to MySTN, you provided your consent that Apprenticeship and Industry Training may publish your name on the Tradesecrets website and include it in documents and reports related to the network.
Can I be removed from the network?
You may be removed from the My Skilled Trades Network if:
- you request to be removed,
- you no longer meet the eligibility requirements (e.g. retired members, members no longer in Alberta), or
- you do not update your information or complete the mandatory Acknowledgement of Confidentiality and Use form.