BUILDING BRIDGES
The Automotive Trades Association of Manitoba is hosting its 2023 Trade Show on October 27, 2023. This year’s event will feature an “Olympic-style conference” and trade show at the CanadInns Polo Park Conference Centre. Daytime attendance is reserved for students in correlation with the ATA’s Youth Attraction Effort, but members of the trade are invited to attend in the evening to connect with exhibitors and enjoy a sponsored dinner. The ATA also said $10,000 in prizes will be awarded throughout the event. Visit www.eventcamp.ca/event/ata-conference-with-olympics/ access for more information.
THE MAN FROM MANITOBA
Skills Canada officially announced its team for the 2024 WorldSkills competition, and Manitoba resident will be representing the autobody trade.
James Bartel of Kleefeld will represent Canada in the autobody repair competition following his win at Skills Canada Nationals in May. He will compete in Lyon, France, in the 47th WorldSkills Competition in September 2024.
Despite the competition date being more than a year away, Skills Canada reps say that competitors have already launched into their training.
Team Canada will have 28 competitors; Gabrielle Leclrec of SaintEustache, Quebec, will represent Canada in the car painting competition.
