For the second consecutive year, Lakeland College’s Tyler Bendfeld has won gold in

carpentry at Skills Canada Alberta.

As a third-year carpenter apprentice from Heisler, Alta., Bendfeld represented Lakeland at the Skills Canada Alberta Competition held May 3 and 4 in Edmonton, Alta. Showcasing his skills, Bendfeld demonstrated immense talent and expertise while under constant pressure.

“The competitions are intense, but Lakeland has supported me the entire time,” says Bendfeld. “It’s so rewarding to be able to do a skill like carpentry and be able to take it to the provincial level. My instructors at Lakeland have been very supportive of me, especially Curtis Cassibo, who has both taught me and come with me to the competitions.”

Tyler Bendfeld, a third-year Lakeland College carpenter apprentice, competes at Skills Canada Alberta Competition in Edmonton, Alta.

Lakeland also sent three other apprentices to compete:

• Simon Menard, fourth place; heavy vehicle technology,
• Michael Schroeder, fifth place; automobile technology,
• Jacob Leclerc, fifth place;

“Congratulations to all of our apprentices who competed in the Skills Canada Alberta Competition,” says Dave King, dean of trades and technology. “You have made us proud of your commitment and dedication to your trade. Best of luck to Tyler as he represents Lakeland College and Team Alberta once more at the Skills Canada competition in Winnipeg May 25 and 26.”

Bendfeld is no stranger to Skills Canada, as he brought home silver in last year’s competition.