How do Ontario’s ratios compare to other jurisdictions in Canada?
Ontario has the highest ratios for the electrical trade in Canada – tied with Prince Edward Island. Across Canada and across the United States, 1:1 ratios are the norm. Ellis Chart NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT Education/Entrance Requirements Ratio – Journeyperson/Apprentice – Indicate Actual Ratio or Variable (V) 1:1 1:1 1:1-3:1 1:1 2:1 1:1-3:1 1:1-2:1 1:1 1:1 1:1 1:1 1:1 Source: www.ellischart.ca Since the above chart was compiled in 2004, British Columbia has shifted to a one journeyperson to four apprentice ratio (1:4) in order to rapidly train a large number of new electricians in the face of a severe shortage.