Okanagan College expanding skilled trades class spaces

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“The students and apprentices who benefit from this funding will go on to build and maintain the infrastructure that British Columbians rely on every day, from housing, technology and transportation networks to the systems that support agriculture, growing communities and local businesses. We can see that demand firsthand through major construction projects underway across our region, including here at OC and at Kelowna International Airport, where skilled trades professionals are helping shape the future of the Okanagan.”

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The province added that the expansion of these courses would allow people to get into good-paying jobs that support the local, regional and provincial economies.

“With more than $88 billion in proposed projects across British Columbia, we are ensuring young people can build a good life here in the Okanagan and across the province,” said Premier David Eby.

“By boosting skilled-trades training, we’re making sure British Columbians are first in line for jobs and career opportunities ahead.”

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