July 27, 2015 – 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 funding to the Assiniboine Community College (ACC) to expand technical skills training capacity to meet the growing need in Manitoba’s agriculture sector.
The Government of Canada will provide $160,000 towards the purchase a self-propelled sprayer that will improve the Agricultural Equipment Technician and Heavy Duty Equipment Technician programs. In addition, ACC will enhance its apprenticeship technician programs increasing employment opportunities for students.
The equipment will also be utilized off-campus to support skills upgrades for staff at local service shops and mechanics. ACC will partner with industry to design and deliver an industry-specific training program that will lower maintenance costs, increase productivity and shorten technician training periods.
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: 204-725-8717
Email: adriaansend@assiniboine.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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