Schulich Builders announces transformational scholarships for С�Ŷ��Ƶ students

is helping to combat the shortage of skilled trades professionals and amplify the importance of the sector by establishing 10 game-changing scholarships for the most promising future С�Ŷ��Ƶ students who enrol in skilled trades programs at the college this fall.

The scholarships will help cover tuition, tools and living expenses.

Five students enrolled in a one-year certificate program and five students enrolled in a two-year diploma program will receive $20,000 for each year of their program. A total of $325,000 has been granted to fund the pilot launch of the Schulich Builders program at С�Ŷ��Ƶ.

Sparks fly as a person wearing a protective mask does some welding. — С�Ŷ��Ƶ is working hard to provide Ontario with a vital, highly qualified workforce. The Schulich Builders scholarship represents the largest privately funded scholarship at С�Ŷ��Ƶ.

‘Innovative and bold investment’

“This scholarship program will have a far-reaching impact on students pursuing a career in the trades as well as our region for years to come,” said Kevin Weaver, President and CEO, С�Ŷ��Ƶ. “This is an innovative and bold investment in the next generation of skilled trades professionals and the future of our economy. We’re deeply grateful to the Schulich Foundation for its generosity and for choosing С�Ŷ��Ƶ to be part of the Schulich Builders program.”

С�Ŷ��Ƶ is a provincial leader in skilled trades education and offers programs at multiple campuses. Driven by solid relationships with industry, passionate faculty and exceptional learning environments, С�Ŷ��Ƶ is working hard to provide Ontario with a vital, highly qualified workforce.

The Schulich Builders scholarship represents the largest privately funded scholarship in the history of С�Ŷ��Ƶ.

“We are proud to promote the skilled trades and support С�Ŷ��Ƶ students pursuing this rewarding career path,” said Judy Schulich, Director, The Schulich Foundation. “Central Ontario relies heavily on the trades to build and maintain infrastructure critical for prosperous communities. Our challenge today is not having enough of these talented people to meet the demand.”

In addition to financial support, the Schulich Builders program at С�Ŷ��Ƶ will provide leadership training and mentorship to set up graduates for success.