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...
Jun 26, 2020 | County of Simcoe, Jobs, Skilled Trades
Midhurst/June 25, 2020 – The County of Simcoe and area partners including member municipalities, the cities of Barrie and Orillia and the Simcoe Muskoka Workforce Development Board are launching a new interactive job portal. The Work in Simcoe County site includes...
Jan 14, 2020 | Education, Midland, Skilled Trades
Want to gain skills for entry into the trades, but don’t know where to start? You can take the first step toward building an in-demand career with Georgian College’s 33-week multi-trade Industrial Mechanic, Welder, Industrial Electrician and Plumber...
Nov 27, 2019 | Manufacturing, Midland, Skilled Trades
North Simcoe Tool in Midland has been making the parts that keep the wheels of industry turning since 1973. They specialize in fixtures , gauges, prototyping, and production tooling. Check them out at CTV News Barrie.
Apr 10, 2019 | EDCNS, Education, Manufacturing, Skilled Trades
A new government funded pre-apprenticeship program is helping train more skilled trades workers and fill the many manufacturing job openings across North Simcoe. Georgian College, with the help of the Economic Development Corporation of North Simcoe (EDCNS), managed...
