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BlackRock stock: company commits CAD 15 million to Canadian skilled trades

Published on 09/29/2026 at 18:27 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS

BlackRock announced a CAD 15 million commitment over three years to support Canada’s skilled-trades workforce. The first phase is expected to reach nearly 3,000 participants.

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BlackRock announced on September 15, 2026, a CAD 15 million philanthropic commitment over three years to support the next generation of Canada’s skilled-trades workers through BlackRock Future Builders.

Initial program targets Canadian training

BlackRock said the first phase will support the Iron Workers District Council of Western Canada, including pre-apprenticeship training, advanced welding training and certification, and national training capacity in mass timber.

Nearly 3,000 participants expected

BlackRock said the initial grant is expected to support nearly 3,000 participants across Ontario, Alberta, Quebec and Atlantic Canada over the three-year commitment period.

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