1 September 2009 The 40th WorldSkills International Competition is being held in Calgary from September 1-7, 2009.
WorldSkills International promotes the highest standards of excellence among skills, trades and technologies professionals, and awareness of the crucial role these professionals play in the modern global economy.
At WorldSkills Calgary 2009, more than 900 youth will compete in 45 skills. Approximately 1,000 international delegates, 3,000 volunteers, and 50,000 students are expected to attend the event. Skills to be tested include:
- Autobody Repair
- Automotive Technology
- Car Painting
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Construction and Building Technology
- Wall and Floor Tiling
- Metal Roofing
- Plumbing and Heating
- Electrical Installations
- Industrial Control
- Bricklaying
- Stonemasonry
- Painting and Decorating
- Cabinetmaking
- Carpentry
- Joinery
- Landscape Gardening
- Refrigeration
- Plastering and Drywall Systems
- Information Network Cabling
- IT/Software Applications
- Offset Printing
- Web Design
- IT/PC Network Support
- Manufacturing and Engineering
- Technology
- Polymechanics/Automation
- Manufacturing Team Challenge
- Mechatronics
- Mechanical Engineering Design – CAD
- CNC Turning
- CNC Milling
- Mould Making
- Welding
- Electronics
- Mobile Robotics
- Sheet Metal Technology
- Construction Metal Works
- Creative Arts and Fashion
- Jewellery
- Floristry
- Fashion Technology
- Graphic Design Technology
- Social and Personal Services
- Ladies'/Men's Hairdressing
- Beauty Therapy
- Confectioner/Pastry Cook
- Cooking
- Restaurant Service
- Catering
All competitors must be under the age of 23 during the year of the WorldSkills Competition, with the exception of competitors in two categories: the Manufacturing Team Challenge and Aircraft Maintenance, in which competitors can be up to 25.
The Competition is expected to generate more than $80 million in economic activity in Calgary. The Government of Canada is a funding partner in the event.
