Education/training

Elmcrest College's standing in the spa industry is evident with a simple perusal of the career of the school's managing director.
2003, December

In Grade 10, Nicole Bugala stood out in her auto body class as the only female student.
2003, December

In its broadest terms, the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) serves multiple worthwhile purposes.
2003, December

Anne Hung says it's fate. After all, the Ryerson University fashion graduate knew that she would eventually make it in the fashion industry.
2003, December

Diana Chapa, a newcomer to Canada and a sole-support parent, came to Completing The Circle hoping to secure a job in graphic design.
2003, December

Seneca College fashion arts student Xiaomei Han will fly to Paris next week to compete in the International Competition for Young Fashion.
2003, December

Toronto School of Drywall gives men and women access to high-paying careers in construction in a matter of weeks, not months.
2003, December

Like thousands of high school students across Ontario, Kareem Ambrose is launching his career through an apprenticeship program.
2003, December

Colin Lupton knew an education would open up all the doors he couldn't -- he just needed somewhere to start.
2003, December

Georgian College alumna Rose Adams is the winner of a prestigious 2003 Premier's Award for contributions to the business sector.
2003, December

For those interested in training for a promising career in electronics, George Brown College offers an exciting distance education opportunity.
2003, December

They say the air is different up there -- that when you're up in an airplane, looking out onto the horizon, your perspective on the world changes.
2003, December

OYAP is a vehicle of connectivity -- by linking education with business, high school with college and student with goal, doors are opened.
2003, November

Twenty-five-year-old Jaime Ansley approached the Alternative Youth Centre for Employment with a purpose -- she wanted an auto body apprenticeship.
2003, November

You never know what direction technology will take you. However, in the case of animation, it's not so much a question of what direction, but how far.
2003, November

CDI College has more than 100 years' combined experience in high-calibre, career-focused training.
2003, November

Tania Delbellbelluz always knew she wanted to make a living by helping people. What she didn't know was how to go about doing that.
2003, November

Centennial College is hosting its first ever Toronto Student Film Festival called -- [Frame] -- that will celebrate up-and-coming student filmmakers.
2003, November

Work placements help high school students explore careers and provide exciting learning environments outside the classroom.
2003, November

As a newly qualified athletic therapist in 1996, Chris Bulley got his first job working with the Toronto Raptors.
2003, November

Twenty-three-year-old Saji Joseph had been out of work for almost one year and was living in a youth shelter when he approached the YMCA.
2003, November

Centennial College is hosting its first-ever Graduate Studies Fair.
2003, November

To Boston University, the world is a classroom. Through its division of extended education, BU welcomes students and scholars from around the globe.
2003, November

No one would argue the daily successes achieved within the four walls of a classroom.
2003, November

Westervelt College, Canada's oldest private career college, was founded in 1885.
2003, November

He's apprenticed under renowned luthier Jean Larrivee, has made up to 1,200 guitars, and has shared his skills with hundreds of eager students.
2003, November

Twenty-four-year-old Nikki Stewart's employment experience was not uncommon for youths living in the Jane-Finch corridor.
2003, November

Cambrian College was awarded the Minister's Award for Excellence for its Sudbury Job Connect program.
2003, November

A new apprenticeship program gives high school students the skills needed to launch a career in Information Technology.
2003, November

It can happen anywhere, at any time. But what do you do if there's a medical emergency in your home, office or on the street?
2003, November

"I was out of a job,” Wasim Mirza said. “So I wanted -- no, I needed -- to get a job where I could utilize my skills, but it was very, very hard."
2003, November

Ontario's publicly-funded colleges celebrate the successes of more than a million graduates during College Week.
2003, November

As the University of Windsor celebrates its 40th anniversary as a public institution, it also keeps an eye on the past.
2003, November

The following is a good news story about an industrious student and a smart program.
2003, October

Reiniere Maghirang arrived in Canada in 1996. In two short years, he was homeless, living in shelters and working in clubs.
2003, October

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s program additions are a unique combination of academic instruction and hands-on skills.
2003, October

He's just 20 years old, has graduated from high school and has spent three years working as a carpenter apprentice.
2003, October

Nilofar Deliry's journey to Canada followed the long route. After fleeing Afghanistan, she spent two years in India before arriving in this country.
2003, October

Athabasca University has become Canada's leading distance education and online university.
2003, October

"Academic achievement, team work and self management skills -- these elements are the foundation of employability."
2003, October

Amy Wrobel is the winner of a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by the Central Ontario District of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada.
2003, October

triOS College of Information Technology’s reputation is built on an understanding of the challenges of keeping up with the explosive growth in IT.
2003, October

The biggest thing Marcus Downey was looking for when he arrived at WoodGreen Youth Job Centre was a change.
2003, October

When Rebecca Smith began volunteering as an eight-year-old, she knew she wanted to make a difference. Today, she's doing just that as a youth worker.
2003, October

The University of Alberta has more than 32,000 students in 200 undergraduate and 170 graduate programs.
2003, October

If you've ever been unemployed, you know how frustrating looking for a job can be.
2003, October

Ontario's colleges are stepping up to the plate with the newest technology and flexible programs for apprentices.
2003, October

Dora Jackson worked as a professional dancer for 10 years. It was challenging work and she often turned to massage to ease her aches and pains.
2003, October

In March 2003, 21-year-old Darryl Lorde had been out of work for eight months and was undecided about his future.
2003, October

Centennial College student Kaye Shitami isn't famous, but what she has to say about her favourite town amounts to a pretty helpful guide.
2003, October

The New Home Service Technician program teaches students a variety of construction skills through classroom instruction and on-the-job training.
2003, October

He hosts a TV health call-in program on Citytv. He edits Ontario government's health Web, is a practicing family doctor and a professor.
2003, October

Unable to stay in one job for long, Tavis Ross finally said YES to help.
2003, October

Ontario Chief Justice Roy McMurtry recently spoke to Humber students about the major challenges facing the administration of justice in the province.
2003, October

Working in sales can be like being a stock car driver. Sometimes you’re winning the race, other times you're hitting a brick wall.
2003, October

Whether starting out or making a change, career options are plentiful in the food service trade.
2003, October

Sometimes the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. And Shant Manouki-Jevezian is the good apple that proves it.
2003, October

Mike Cabral wanted to find a job. When he wasn't having much luck, he turned to St. Stephen -- well, sort of.
2003, September

With the largest distance education program in the Maritime provinces, Acadia University embodies commitment to lifelong learning.
2003, September

As she watched cooking shows and read cookbooks, Vanessa Gagliardi dreamed of one day becoming a chef.
2003, September

Great cooks around the world agree that a successful recipe requires quality ingredients, mixed well.
2003, September

In 2001, Javier Ortiz fled Columbia to escape homophobia. The 18-year old was in search of a better life in Canada, but was having trouble finding it.
2003, September

Approaching its 30th anniversary, the Bartending School of Ontario at 744 Broadview Ave. is the brainchild of Victor J. Miller.
2003, September

The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program allows students to earn high school credits while they work in their chosen trade.
2003, September

While style and fashion are constantly changing, there are fundamentals needed to work in the industry that remain virtually unchanged.
2003, September

Since 1988, the Ontario Association of Youth Employment Centres (OAYEC) has focused on helping young people reach both employment and life goals.
2003, September

The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity for students to apprentice in a skilled trade and simultaneously earn high school credits.
2003, September

Canada's newest university -- the University of Ontario Institute of Technology -- is officially open.
2003, September

North Americans now spend more money at spas than they do at amusement parks, movie theatres or ski resorts.
2003, September

At TIPT, an innovative approach to training is designed to prepare the new generation of pharmaceutical technicians to overcome industry challenges.
2003, September

Helping a child develop and feel special are among the reasons why Ferzana Elahi wanted to become an early childhood educator.
2003, August

When Marie Marsolais moved to Toronto from Quebec, she was concerned about finding a job because she could hardly speak English.
2003, August

York University has received three bequests and three gifts of life insurance in the past year.
2003, August

To say that one education formula is equally effective for every student would be to assume they all share the same set of talents and ambitions.
2003, August

Few can rival the extraordinary career of Carl Clark -- artist, writer, teacher and irrepressible lover of life.
2003, August

While all parents face hurdles when it comes to their children get their homework, it gets more complex when kids are living out of two homes.
2003, August

After taking a course in house wiring, high school student Mike Kuchma enjoyed taking on odd jobs around the house, wiring plugs and switches.
2003, August

A co-op program that gives students a chance to try their hand at a variety of trades helps many choose a career.
2003, July

Employers will be invited to a business-led human resource forum to promote the value of developing partnerships with local school boards.
2003, July

Nancy DeJeu is the recipient of an award that honours outstanding students who have made a contribution to their early childhood education program.
2003, July

When Melissa Romano began a co-op work placement at the Grace Church Daycare, she already knew she loved children.
2003, July

Centennial College has developed post-diploma programs in human resources management and International Business Management.
2003, July

A graduation ceremony that honours apprentices who have successfully completed journeyperson certification also recognizes their dedication.
2003, July

X-Men and The Hulk aren't the only comic books featuring strangely coloured characters.
2003, July

For an accomplished mountaineer, teaching others how to climb their own mountains was a natural transition.
2003, July

Sometimes all it takes is the right opportunity for a student to truly excel.
2003, July

Up to 290 Toronto students will find employment placements this summer through a new federal government initiative.
2003, July

OYAP is successfully encouraging high school students to explore a career in the trades, the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities reports.
2003, June

If you're interested in working with glass or metal, you're likely going to need the services of the Ontario Industrial & Finishing Skills Centre.
2003, June

Ontario community colleges experienced a 3% increase in enrolment, with 78,500 students accepting spots.
2003, June

As a national judo champion, Joline LaFlamme recognized the importance of self-discipline.
2003, June

For a culinary arts student who has enjoyed the sweet smell of success, becoming a chef could really put him on the map.
2003, June

Did you know that the average age of a fully qualified tradesperson is 48 years old?
2003, June

Tom Kane, a School of Business/Information Services professor at Centennial College, has earned a 2003 Technology Innovation Award.
2003, June

Construction of the country's newest university is making the grade in Durham Region.
2003, June

If you gave a dad a crystal ball for Father's Day, the first thing he would want to see is a successful future for his children.
2003, June

Six Conestoga College students have won medals for their performance in the ninth Canadian Skills Competition.
2003, June

Robert Birgeneau is on a mission: to bring the University of Toronto up to the highest international standards of education and research.
2003, June

Business intelligence software is not just for businesses, Canada's largest university has found.
2003, May

Getting in on the ground floor of an emerging trade opens the door to countless opportunities.
2003, May

The Toronto Board of Trade is urging its members and businesses across the GTA to create new employment opportunities for students.
2003, May

Spider Jones will be the Ontario government's first ambassador to promote the skilled trades to high school students.
2003, May

If you think teenagers are too busy playing video games to plan for their future, then you haven't heard of the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program.
2003, May

Almost 300 local Grade 9 students wanting to learn about opportunities for women in IT attended ‘Women in IT: Looking Towards the Future.’
2003, May

Tony Parkin wants to give people the opportunity to learn a skilled trade and introduce them to a possible future in a $1.5-billion industry.
2003, May

As a young girl, Stefanie Kentner loved working as her dad's assistant whenever he tackled household chores.
2003, May

Ten students from the Retail Florist program at Conestoga College have just returned from the 50th anniversary Canadian Tulip Festival in Ottawa.
2003, May

A team of college students building a remarkable website was overwhelmed by the accounts contained in the John and Molly Pollock Holocaust Collection.
2003, May

In the face of a skilled employee shortage, the mandate to maintain a competitive edge in the global workforce looms large.
2003, April

A new pre-apprenticeship training program for electricians launches May 1 with an application drive and a new way of entering the trade.
2003, April

When Stephen Tew graduates from high school, he'll have test-driven a career he loves, and will be well on his way to completing an apprenticeship.
2003, April

Wiebke von Carolsfeld loves to tell stories. It was this love that drew her into the world of filmmaking.
2003, April

The Sarnia-Lambton Summer Student Employment Centre is scheduled to open on May 1, 2003 at 250 North Christina St.
2003, April

George Brown College was buzzing with brilliance last week as high school students presented their technological prowess to the public.
2003, April

The Michener Institute is the only Ontario school that trains radiation therapists. They take 75 new students a year out of more than 225 applicants.
2003, April

Cambrian College is testing voice recognition software in a number of its programs through its Liberated Learning project.
2003, April

TVOntario gave a new boost to education programming with the introduction of eight innovative online educational programs.
2003, March

The federal government is investing more than $1 million to provide youths with career opportunities.
2003, March

Centennial College is hosting the second annual Uniform Services Career Expo.
2003, March

Carolina Rey came to Canada a year and a half ago with a solid background in industrial engineering, and a vision for her future.
2003, March

The opportunity to explore career options while earning a competitive salary was a dream come true for Lisa Trevisan.
2003, March

Sales courses aren't just for professional sales people anymore.
2003, March

Conestoga College is one of Ontario's largest suppliers of apprenticeship education.
2003, March

Looking for a mentally-stimulating profession where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Financial planning may be your answer.
2003, March

Dixon Hall is a community-based, non-profit centre that works with Centennial College to provide IT training to low-income women.
2003, March

For a hands-on learner interested in becoming a plumber, working alongside experienced plumbers has allowed Michael Bonk to test the waters.
2003, March

Graduates of Cambrian College's advanced care paramedic training program were honoured recently by members of a unique community partnership.
2003, March

Sue Ferguson is an educator who believes in opening doors.
2003, February

The same stiff competition going in faces you at the other end of your academic life. Will there be enough jobs to go around?
2003, February

Sheridan has embarked on an exciting new phase of its history by becoming an Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning.
2003, February

An innovative apprenticeship program launched in Toronto this year gives high school students the keys to a door into a growing trade.
2003, February

If you're in high school or college and thinking about career choices, why not consider the auto industry?
2003, February

Grade 13 students graduate with Grade 12 students this June because of Ontario's decision to discontinue the fifth year of secondary school.
2003, February

The Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Trade School in Concord is grooming a new generation of skilled tradespeople.
2003, February

Robert Granicolo is apprenticing as a machinist at a well-respected business called Competition Automotive.
2003, February

A program was recently launched to help Canadian students find summer jobs that will help them develop the skills they need to prepare for the future.
2003, February

These are exciting times for pharmacy students and working pharmacists across Ontario.
2003, February

Letting apprentices get their hands dirty is key to helping them determine if they're suited to a particular trade.
2003, January

CDI Education Corporation has teamed up with Shane Global Village English Centres to provide ESL students with a comprehensive education experience.
2003, January

When education, business and a smart government program pursue the common goal a good future becomes visible.
2003, January

When Michael Kapil was a boy, he loved hanging around his dad's garage.
2003, January

As a co-op teacher for more than 20 years, Don Richardson has hooked many students into rewarding careers that complement their interests.
2003, January

Consider two industrious entrepreneurs with a common goal. Add skill and some luck -- it's a blueprint for success and its name is Gibson Greenwood.
2003, January

The phrase "youth is wasted on the young" has no merit in the world of Dawn Birchall.
2003, January

Despite all of their accomplishments, young and budding innovators still find themselves the target of "nerd" stereotyping.
2003, January