Camo to Clear Coats: Nova Scotia highlights importance of helping former veterans transition to skilled trades
Halifax, Nova Scotia — A Nova Scotia legislature committee was taught the importance of supporting military members transitioning to skilled trades upon leaving the service, on Tuesday. Nicole Johnson-Morrison, associate deputy minister with the provincial labour department, told the veterans affairs committee that many members of the military have unique skills the provincial economy is […]
Repairing the Roller: Fanshawe students refurbish ‘Holy Roller’ WWII tank
London, Ontario – Students from Fanshawe College’s auto body and welding programs were trusted with an incredible piece of Canadian history recently as they helped refurbish the Holy Roller Sherman tank in commemoration of the 78th anniversary of the Normandy landings. More than 8,000 hours were put into the restoration; the tank, which landed at […]
Strategic Advantage: Canadian Armed Forces named premier partner of Skills Canada National Competition
Toronto, Ontario — Skills/Compétences Canada has enlisted the support of Canada’s military, announcing that the Canadian Armed Forces will be a premier partner of the upcoming Skills Canada National Competition. Representatives from the armed forces will be onsite at the event, which is currently scheduled for May 26-27 at the Vancouver Convention Centre, engaging with […]