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General Carpenter claim-verification table
Career: General Carpenter (403A) · Accessed and reviewed August 24, 2026.
| ID | Page | Type | Claim | Authority | Source | Status | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC-001 | Landing | Identity | The official Ontario trade name is General Carpenter and the trade code is 403A. | Skilled Trades Ontario | Open source ↗ | Verified | |
| GC-002 | Landing | Status | General Carpenter is a non-compulsory trade in Ontario. | Skilled Trades Ontario | Open source ↗ | Verified | |
| GC-003 | Landing | Red Seal | General Carpenter participates in the Red Seal Program under the title Carpenter. | Skilled Trades Ontario / Red Seal | Open source ↗ | Verified | |
| GC-004 | How | Training | The apprenticeship is generally 7,200 hours: 6,480 on the job and 720 in school, approximately four years. | Skilled Trades Ontario | Open source ↗ | Verified with qualification | Completion varies by progress and training delivery. |
| GC-005 | Why | Wages | Ontario hourly wages of $22.00 low, $32.00 median and $48.00 high convert to estimated annual earnings of $44,000, $64,000 and $96,000 at 2,000 paid hours. | Government of Canada Job Bank | Open source ↗ | Verified calculation | Before tax; excludes overtime, premiums, bonuses, unpaid time and self-employment income. |
| GC-006 | How | Certification | The trade has a certifying exam leading to an Ontario Certificate of Qualification and Red Seal endorsement. | Skilled Trades Ontario | Open source ↗ | Verified | |
| GC-007 | What | Scope | The trade includes site preparation, concrete formwork, framing, interior and exterior finishing, stairs, doors, windows and renovations. | Skilled Trades Ontario | Open source ↗ | Verified | The exact work mix varies by employer and sector. |
| GC-008 | What | Specializations | Specializations are work directions within or adjacent to the trade, not separate Ontario trade classifications. | Trade Tracks editorial qualification | Open source ↗ | Qualified | Additional training, authorization or credentials may apply. |
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