This year's theme is energy, and will include a model wind turbine challenge at the official launch of the week's events at the Museum of Science and Technology in Ottawa, Ont. During the challenge, students (in gender-mixed teams of four) will be given a set of materials and two hours to design and construct a working model wind turbine. The turbine needs to be solidly constructed and be able to generate electrical power.

In addition to the model wind turbine challenge, Skills/Compétences Canada will facilitate and host skilled trade and technical activities in regions across Canada, to engage business and political leaders in discussions about the importance of these careers. Contact your Skills/Compétences Canada Provincial/Territorial office to find out what is happening in your region.

For more information, visit www.competencescanada.com.