Seed Funding: One hundred Sask. high school graduates to receive skilled trades scholarship
Regina, Saskatchewan — One hundred Saskatchewan high school graduates are getting a little help on their way to careers in the skilled trades, as the province announced on Friday that scholarships are on the way to the would-be apprentices. The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) announced that Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships […]
Riding the Dream: Milton, Ontario High school students transform bus into lush living space
Milton, Ontario – Environmental innovation has become a popular focus of society at large. As such, it has found a home in the creative minds of highschoolers at Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School in Milton, Ontario. “It’s inspiring what a bunch of students can build together,” says Matthew Lim, former graduate from BRCSS. The innovation […]
Talk About Bruno: Okanagan College auto body apprentice Joey Bruno wins gold at Skills Canada B.C. competition
Vancouver, British Columbia — A young auto body technician student has been making waves at Skills Canada’s British Columbia provincial competition, as Okanagan College’s own Joey Bruno came away with a gold medal following last Friday’s event. Bruno is a Level 2 Collision Repair Technician currently in his third year of Auto Body and Collision […]
Skills for Paying Bills: Skilled Trade and Technology Week starts in Saskatchewan
Regina, Saskatchewan — Sunday marks the beginning of Skilled Trade and Technology Week in Saskatchewan, and the provincial government is hoping it can steer some young talent toward our underserved trades industries. The province is encouraging schools to bring in apprentices and tradespeople to present to students on the many fulfilling career opportunities that exist […]
For the Youth: NAIT instructor Cecile Bukmeier talks COVID-19 student impact with Deputy Prime Minister
Edmonton, Alberta — In a virtual panel, Chrystia Freeland, Canadian Deputy Prime Minister discussed COVID-19’s impact on young people with a wide array of panelists from Edmonton’s youth community. And Collision Repair magazine’s very own columnist Cecile Bukmeier was a part of the discussion. In the webinar held on June 18, Bukmeier, who is an autobody […]
Boosts from Benton: Local dealership donates vehicle to Loyalist College automotive programs
Toronto, Ontario — Ford of Canada and Benton Fry Ford have donated a 2020 Ford Edge to Loyalist College, to be used by skilled trades students in the Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship, and other automotive students at the college. “It’s a pleasure for Benton Fry Ford, in partnership with Ford of Canada, to donate this […]
Going for the Gold: SkillsCanada announces national competition winners
Ottawa, Ontario — The champions of the Skills Canada Virtual National Competition were announced during Skills/Compétences Canada’s (SCC) closing ceremony last week. The competition was held on June 15, and over 1,200 high school and post-secondary students, apprentices, teachers, industry leaders and career seekers were present. Top competitors were given medals in the 37 skill […]
Apprenticeship Agenda: Canadian Apprenticeship Forum establishes National Research Agenda
Ottawa, Ontario — The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) has launched Canada’s first National Apprenticeship Research Agenda. This agenda provides a three-year framework for priority areas of research as it relates to the Canadian apprenticeship system. It will shape the organization’s world-class research by identifying and conducting research that supports organizational goals outlined in CAF-FCA’s 2021-2024 […]
The New Curriculum: B.C. government to help fund three new EV training courses
Prince George, British Columbia — In an effort to continue to turn the tide of automotive development toward the EV (electric vehicles) sector, the government of British Columbia has announced nearly half a million dollars in funding heading toward the launch of three EV-focused skills training programs in the province. The B.C. government will be […]
College Fund: $2,500 up for grabs for Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship, open now
Toronto, Ontario – Your future awaits! Applications are now open for the annual Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship. Graduating high school students in Canada and the U.S. only have until March 31 to submit an application at www.AutomotiveScholarships.com, where they could have the opportunity to win the $2,500 scholarship. Not only that; the winner will […]
