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Trades training @OkanaganCollege builds strong Tradespeople - Tradespeople build strong communities. 💙 Like the tweet? Share the tweet.

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Okanagan College Apprentice Hiring Project received over $3 million in funding and will use that money to support small and medium sized enterprises who hire first-year apprentices. Project is funded by the Government of Canada’s Apprenticeship Service⁠
⁠https://t.co/AEf1uT8yQr

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Trades and Apprenticeships wishes you a Happy Holiday Season and New Year. The college will be closed between Monday December 25th 2023 - January 1st 2024 and will reopen on January 2nd 2024.

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We want to share this story of how an Interior company worked with OC’s Apprentice Hiring Project to help make its workplace more accessible.⁠
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Read the full story here: https://t.co/fwqb2jOh6N⁠
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Learn more about the Apprentice Hiring Project here: https://t.co/PYnnRzSCk3

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Safety is the top priority!
#Welding students completed a practical assessment where they learned about harnesses and fall protection so they could weld a pipe project. Nice work, students!

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Welders, do you need to become job-ready with valid CWB certification? We can help with that! 👩‍🏭👨‍🏭

Okanagan College is one of the largest accredited weld testing centres in the region. Testing appointments offered weekly.

Book online now: https://t.co/VyFLNFYfDE

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Only a few seats left!

The Plumbing & Piping Foundation program starts in #Kelowna AND #Penticton in July. This program is designed to prepare students for a career as a #Steamfitter /Pipefitter, #Plumber or Sprinkler System Installer.

To apply, visit https://t.co/FwJmbQ7poW

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Speak with someone about the benefits of trades training!

@okanagancollege can provide you with information on how to start #training towards a rewarding #career in the skilled trades. Many entry-level trades programs are starting this summer! Details at https://t.co/W5jAj76jJc

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Did you know? Okanagan College #Culinary and #Pastry Arts programs aim to have 33 – 50% of food purchases sourced from supplies produced in British Columbia to support #economic development in all regions of the province.

Learn more about training at https://t.co/1F3EC3Uwjg

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Do you love sugar? Grow your skills and unleash your creativity. Check out the workshops available in the @okanagancollege #Bread and #Pastry series! These workshops are offered on weekend.

To register for a workshop, visit https://t.co/TnXQnFRxrI

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Dice, chop, sauté! Sign up for a weekend Culinary Workshop today!

Learn new skills from Red Seal Chef Instructors in the commercial kitchens at Okanagan College's Kelowna campus.

Register online at https://t.co/5Bk3MLXr3H

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"What do students learn in the entry-level #RV Service #Technician Foundation program?"

✔️Electrical components
✔️RV solar power systems
✔️Plumbing
✔️Propane gas components and appliances
✔️Exterior and interior components
✔️Structural frames and towing systems
and so much more!

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Last year's #RV Service Technician Foundation #graduate, Cole, was immediately hired by an RV dealership & was registered as an apprentice with @skilledtradesbc. Looking forward to seeing you back at OC for your next level, Cole!

To learn more, visit https://t.co/tL1XR5kHkN

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Today, we stand in solidarity with workers across Canada in marking another #NationalDayofMourning as we remember the pain and loss of loved ones in the workplace and continue to strive for the safest working conditions possible.

#skilledtrades #DayOfMourning #worksafety

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Train to become a Recreation Vehicle Service #Technician!
#OkanaganCollege is Canada's only entry-level foundation program provider.

Next #RV Service Technician Foundation program starts this summer. Apply online now at https://t.co/Klcmrb1cVh

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Congratulations to the Power Motor Sampler program participants! Over the last 10-weeks, youth explored a variety of trades such as automotive, aerospace, collision repair and more at @okangancollege #Kelowna campus.

Best of luck with your future career goals!

@SD23News

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It's #ThrowbackThursday! During the construction of the #okanagancollege Coyotes Basketball locker room and meeting space at #Okanagan Christian School, the Plumbing & Piping class helped install new piping systems for the space.
A project to be proud of. Well done, students! 👏

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"What are the admission requirements for the Plumbing & Piping Foundation program?"

The admission requirements are based on an applicant's #math and #English skills. Applicants may be asked to write a Trades Entrance Assessment (TEA). To learn more, visit https://t.co/oHgzB4PIxE

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"How is the Plumbing & Piping Foundation program unique?"

It trains students to become #Plumbers, #Steamfitters /Pipefitters, or #Sprinkler System Installers providing graduates with diverse #career opportunities and the potential of multiple Red Seals.

https://t.co/2gB1ecieQV

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Understanding piping systems is an intricate part of the #plumbing and piping trade. This entry-level foundation class work together on their final project.

The next Plumbing & Piping Foundation programs scheduled in #Penticton and #Kelowna this summer - https://t.co/ZCySBAEDMx

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Measure twice, cut once.

#Plumbing and Piping students learn about various types of #equipment like operating this #bandsaw for cutting material. Bandsaws help tradespeople make accurate, quick cuts for many different projects.

Keep up the great work, students!

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@SD23News @kbrigades Well done, studnts!