Toronto, Ontario -- Canadian collision repairers will now be able to receive credit for attending welding courses offered by the Canadian Welding Bureau.
The organization has joined I-CAR Canada's Sustaining Partner Program, allowing technicians who attend the CWB's recently updated courses to be eligible for the credits needed to receive and maintain I-CAR Canada Gold Class recognition.
By aligning welding certification, the two organizations say the partnership will help pave the way to a unified national welding standards.
“Ensuring access to consistent, high-quality training is a key part of our mission,” says Stuart Klein, executive director of I-CAR Canada. This continues their goal to uphold a market standard that evolves with vehicle technology while exceeding what’s required through Red Seal certification.
CWB Group vice-president of business development Bill Gwynne added, “This collaboration not only aligns with our goals of growing our presence in the automotive sector, but it also empowers the industry’s workers with greater opportunities for skills development and career advancement.”
Established in 1947, the CWB oversees national welding regulations and trains and certifies companies, inspectors, consumables and welders.
