The Red Seal Program, officially known as the Inter provincial Standards Red Seal Program, stands as a cornerstone in ensuring standardized skills assessment for tradespeople. Established following the 1952 National Conference on Apprenticeship in Trades and Industries, this program is a collaborative effort between the federal government and provinces/territories, aiming to set and uphold national standards for various trades. Tradespersons who successfully pass the Red Seal examination receive a distinctive endorsement on their provincial/territorial trade certificates, signifying their demonstration of knowledge aligned with the national standard. Administered by the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA), the program not only promotes excellence to employers but also fosters pride among skilled workers and facilitates labor mobility. In addition to the Red Seal endorsement, the program introduced the official recognition of the “RSE” acronym in 2015, providing qualified skilled journey persons a recognizable way to showcase their Red Seal endorsement and support for the program.