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VICA offers new construction scholarships

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Two new construction scholarships have been announced by the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA). The association is offering more than a thousand dollars in immediate financial aid for candidates.

“We understand the need to build a workforce to sustain our industry – now and for the future,” explained Greg Baynton, CEO of VICA. “VICA members understand we must meet the labour needs of today and tomorrow. The result of that strategic thinking is introducing two new industry scholarships – Gold Seal Management and Women in Construction.”

VICA Chair Don Cameron believes the industry has to actively support career choices and professional growth in order to stay competitive. “As an association representing over 500 corporate members we appreciate the value of working towards a common goal of a vibrant workforce.”

NEW Gold Seal Management: The Canadian Construction Association national program accredits industry professional achievement in five categories: Superintendent, Estimator, Project Manager, Owner’s Construction Manager or Construction Safety Coordinator. In 2015 VICA will award one individual enrolled as an Intern in Gold Seal one GS course delivered by VICA up to the value of $545.00.

NEW Women in Construction: To a woman registered in a Foundations program or Level 1, 2 or 3 of an Apprenticeship program in construction and continuing her studies. The recipient receives $500 to be applied to tuition fees.

In addition VICA also offers apprentice scholarships:

SuperStar Apprentice: To anyone registered in Foundations program or Level 1, 2 or 3 of an Apprenticeship program in construction and continuing his/her studies. The recipient receives $500 to be applied to tuition fees.

Secondary School Apprentice: The top Level 1 construction apprentice on Vancouver Island who has completed a training program through the South Island partnership, Central Island partnership or North Island partnership. Each receives $500 to be applied to tuition fees.