December 12, 2014 – Brandon, Manitoba – Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, Larry Maguire, Member of Parliament for Brandon – Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced $142,670 for Assiniboine Community College through the Western Diversification Program to provide mobile heavy equipment operator training.
The new mobile simulation lab will help meet the growing demand in the energy and construction sectors. The training provided to students will give them an opportunity to learn on sophisticated machinery and leave them well-equipped to meet the demands of industry.
Assiniboine Community College prioritizes developing partnerships with industry, First Nations, and rural and remote communities, with a focus on enhancing their capacity, and supporting employer innovation and productivity through customized training.
Lorne Pelletier
Director, Policy, Planning and External Relations
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Telephone: 204-510-7659
Email: lorne.pelletier@wd-deo.gc.ca:
Danielle Adriaansen
Manager, Public Affairs
Assiniboine Community College
Brandon, Manitoba
Telephone: 204-725-8700 Ext. 6041
Email: adriaansend@assiboine.net
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
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