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TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing over $13 million in 11 training projects to help over 9,000 people in Niagara and surrounding areas access better training.

The money will go towards a variety of sectors for a range of positions in construction, manufacturing and food and beverage processing.

The construction-specific funding recipients include:

Civiconnect

• Civiconnect Youth Community Engagement OrganizationÌýis receivingÌý$2.5 millionÌýto provide 190 youth with paid, hands-on learning in trades such as carpentry, millwright, welding, cabinetry and machining.
• Trainees will get three weeks of intensive training at Niagara College, safety training from local unions and 12 weeks of on-the-job experience with local businesses.
• People interested in the project can visit:Ìý.

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Edge Factor Inc.

• Edge Factor Inc. is receivingÌý$1.08 millionÌýto partner with unions, employers and training halls across the province to train 5,400 youth and individuals from underrepresented communities, helping them to explore careers in the skilled trades through virtual reality.
• For more information visit:Ìý.

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International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

• Local 303 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers is receivingÌý$635,728Ìýto train new apprentices in the electrical trade.
• Participants will take six weeks of classes at the IBEW training centre. After training, participants will be placed with a contractor for 12 weeks on-the-job training.
• People interested can visit:Ìý.

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Niagara Home Builders’ Association

• The Niagara Home Builders’ Association (NHBA) is receivingÌý$1.39 millionÌýto help strengthen the construction labour force.
• Participants will complete a 16-week program with academic training and job placement opportunities.
• More information is available atÌýÌýor contact the NHBA at 905-646-6281.

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Niagara Industrial Association

• The Niagara Industrial Association is receivingÌý$581,500Ìýto establish an industry-led training program in Niagara. Led by manufacturers, the academy’s program will provide participants with mentorship through on-the-job training to meet immediate and longer-term business needs in Niagara and across Ontario.
• People interested in the project can contact the association at 289-969-6008 or emailÌýAdmin@niagaraindustry.com. Applications for the current project are now closed.

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Silverline Group Inc.

• Silverline Group Inc. is receivingÌý$2,1 millionÌýto train participants from underrepresented groups through in-class, onsite and on-the-job training for the construction industry across Ontario.
• Contact Silverline at 905-680-6002 and request to speak with the HR department or emailÌýhr@silverlinegroupinc.com.

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Sin Structures Inc.

• Sin Structures Inc. is receivingÌý$1.5 millionÌýto deliver hands-on training to 200 participants across Ontario.
• The Manufacturing & Fabrication Skills Worker Program helps underrepresented groups build skills through training and hands-on experience so they can grow their careers.

Applications for this project are now closed.