Everything from high-tech mountain bikes to advanced fighter jets requires parts that are built by machines. If you have an interest in how things are made and are intrigued by machines that make these things, CNC Machining is for you. This program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for employment as computerized numerically controlled (CNC) machine programmers and operators. CNC machining combines the ability to use your hands to make a wide variety of metal parts, with highly technical skills associated with computerized machining.
If you’re mechanically inclined, and working with big rigs sounds appealing, our Truck and Transport Service Technician program is for you. The program will train you to examine vehicles for defects, locate the cause of malfunctions, overhaul mechanical components, check electrical and fuel systems, repair defects, fit new parts and reassemble components. It may sound a little confusing at first, but don’t worry – once you’re in the program you’ll quickly pick up on the ins and outs of some of the largest motor vehicle components out there.
Ever dream of driving down the highway, wind blowing through your hair, while you drive your very own motorcycle? Then, without warning, it starts making a funny noise and breaks down. With the Motorcycle Repair program, you could be the one to fix the problem. This program prepares you to inspect, service and repair motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and other related equipment. In the shop, you'll learn to use hand and power tools, shop equipment and measuring instruments.
If you like the idea of a car makeover, and if you have patience and are detail-oriented, our Motor Vehicle Body Repairer and Painter program is for you. Learn how to repair and restore damaged motor vehicle body parts and interior finishing components, repaint body surfaces and repair and replace automotive glass. You can then work your magic on both mock-ups and real customer vehicles in a fully-equipped shop. We teach you how to operate manual, electric and pneumatic tools to straighten, sand, remove and replace metal auto body panels and chassis components.
This program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become employed in Agricultural Maintenance. Training is aimed at an exposure to a variety of skills, enabling the graduate to successfully carry out the basic functions of a technician. Graduates of this program may be employed with agricultural truck and heavy duty equipment dealers and manufacturers, after-market suppliers, farming enterprises and forestry operations.
If you decide to start a new business, you will need to spend some time developing your business idea. One of the greatest advantages of being an entrepreneur is being able to work on something that interests you and that you are passionate about. Unfortunately, passion does not always translate into profits.
It is a vast understatement to say that the current state of social and economic development within Aboriginal and First Nation communities is far from satisfactory. A recent study1 of the Aboriginal economic gap in Saskatchewan, for example, demonstrated that, compared to the non-Aboriginal community, Aboriginal people experience higher poverty rates, lower education levels, and chronic unemployment.
This paper is part of a larger research study on the Aboriginal co-operative movement (A Reporton Aboriginal Co-operatives in Canada: Current Situation and Potential for Growth). The study was initiated by the Canadian Co-operative Association (CCA) and le Conseil Canadian de la coopération (CCC). The objective of the study was to build knowledge and awareness about the current state and contributions of Aboriginal co-operatives to regional and community development. The present paper has been developed as a background paper for the complete study.
The Canadian Co-operative Association (CCA) has launched the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Cooperative Development Program to help Aboriginal communities explore the potential of co-operatives to meet their needs. The five-year pilot program is being developed in consultation with national Aboriginal organizations and the program’s steering committee will be composed of representatives of co-operative and national Aboriginal organizations. It is sponsored by Arctic Co-operatives Ltd.
