u/FoundAtFour-Oh

I have a young family member who wants to get into the trade in Ontario. I'm in BC, where there's no shortage of work. From what I've seen in these forums work and new apprenticeships are scarce, and I'm not sure how to advise him on what his best steps are. He's considering a (private) college pre-apprenticeship program, but my gut tells me it's not worth the time or money. Any tips?