For Immediate Release: January 24, 2006
Canadore offers new Opportunities for Skills Training
Canadore College received approval for new pre-apprenticeship programs in Surface Blaster and Small Engine Technician/Marine Engine Technician-Aboriginal following an announcement by Chris Bentley, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Bentley announced that the McGuinty government is creating more than 700 pre-apprenticeship spaces across Ontario to help people qualify for skilled trades training.
This year, Ontario is investing $7 million in 38 new projects that will prepare people for apprentices and training in specific skilled trades. It includes projects for youth, Aboriginal peoples, women and under-represented groups.
Pre-Apprenticeship Training programs enable individuals to strengthen their skills through academic upgrading, work placements and employment preparation courses.
"This announcement is another exciting and positive step forward in addressing education needs within the skilled trades industry,” said Canadore President Barbara Taylor.
“We hope our programs will help to open new doors for our future skilled trades’ workers.”
The announcement took place in Niagara Falls on January 17.
