Apr 5, 2021 | Education, Skilled Trades
Those looking to gain skills for entry into the skilled trades can start building an in-demand career with Georgian College’s free industrial mechanic millwright, welder, industrial electrician, and plumbing pre-apprenticeship program at the Midland campus. The...
Mar 8, 2021 | Skilled Trades
The Ontario government is investing $47 million in 2021-22 to hire more apprentices, improve the quality of training and help them complete their training and certification through the new Achievement Incentive Program and the expanded Apprenticeship Capital...
Mar 4, 2021 | County of Simcoe, Skilled Trades
The 2021 Simcoe Muskoka Virtual Skilled Trades Expo is planned for mid-May this year. Given the current safety restrictions due to COVID-19, this year’s expo will be virtual, in the form of a “local and loud” online scavenger hunt. There is no entry fee...
Feb 25, 2021 | County of Simcoe, Education, Skilled Trades
Area partners are excited to launch the Automation Accelerator pilot program to create a responsive, industry-driven solution that provides regional manufacturers with training and knowledge to implement Industry 4.0 solutions. The pilot project is supported by the...
Nov 11, 2020 | Funding, Skilled Trades
The Ontario government is providing $180.5 million to connect workers in the tourism and hospitality sector and others most affected by the pandemic to training and jobs. Part of Ontario’s Action Plan: Protect, Support, Recover, this investment includes a skilled...
Aug 13, 2020 | Education, Skilled Trades
Georgian College, in partnership with the Government of Ontario, is proud to introduce the RapidSkills program. The RapidSkills program consists of four microcredentials, which are short-term, competency-based, industry-recognized certifications. It aims to prepare...