Camosun introduces new Women in Trades Training program
Camosun College has a new Women in Trades Training (WITT) program, being offered in partnership with Vancouver Island University. The program—which is funded through the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Development Agreement through the Industry Training Authority—has two streams: the Women-only Trades Sampler Program, and the pre-Apprenticeship or Apprenticeship program. The program includes life skills, essential skills, networking and mentoring opportunities, and industry-recognized certificates, and offers financial supports for tuition and protective equipment. The WITT program is open to women of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels who seek a career in a Red Seal trade. See camosun.ca for more information on the program.
Camosun to receive health-care funding
In October, the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training announced that Camosun would receive $342,000 from the province of BC over the next two years to create 48 additional seats for its Health Care Assistant programs. The money is part of a larger $3.64-million investment in public health care assistants made by the province. 418 new seats will be available in 14 post-secondary institutions as a result of the government funding.
Camosun welcomes new member to Board of Governors
Camosun College announced on Wednesday, October 23 that Michael Stubbing is now a member of the college’s board of governors. The appointment began on Tuesday, October 15 and runs until July 31, 2021. Stubbing is an accountant and has a bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University. See camosun.ca for more information on the college’s board of governors.
City looking for public’s input on budget
The City of Victoria began 2020 budget discussions on Thursday, October 17. The proposed plan allocates $258.7 million for over 200 programs and services, while $42.1 million will be invested for capital infrastructure projects. Budget Town Hall—a meeting where citizens can come and voice their thoughts and opinions about the budget and five-year financial plan—is scheduled for Thursday, November 21 at 6:30 pm in City Hall. Citizens can also participate remotely by submitting questions over the phone or online during the meeting. See victoria.ca/budget for more information.
CRD seeking thoughts on new solid waste management plan
The Capital Regional District (CRD) is developing a new solid waste management plan to reduce and deal with solid waste within the capital region. This includes recycling, compost, garbage, and construction and demolition waste. One of the main goals is to reduce waste from 280 kilograms per capita (the 2018 waste levels in the CRD) to 250 kilograms per capita by 2030. The public can vote on 15 proposed action strategies. Go to crd.bc.ca/rethinkwaste to vote and learn more. The deadline to vote is Sunday, December 1.