Canadore 4Ontario’s colleges, including Canadore, are applauding the premier’s announcement of $55-million in new funding for apprenticeship programs.

Canadore President George Burton says the new commitment is a step in the right direction.

He says, “The government’s investment is a key component to producing a more highly-skilled workforce in our province.”

Burton goes on to say, “We will work diligently on closing the skills gap for the good of Ontario’s economy.”

The announcement includes funding for new equipment and technology upgrades along with improvements to in-class education.