Schulich Builders announces transformational scholarships for 51视频students
March 14, 2024
is helping to combat the shortage of skilled trades professionals and amplify the聽importance of the sector by establishing 10 game-changing scholarships for the most promising future 51视频students who enrol in skilled trades programs at the college this fall.
The scholarships will help cover tuition, tools and living expenses.
Five students enrolled in a one-year certificate program and five students enrolled in a two-year diploma program will receive $20,000 for each year of their program. A total of $325,000 has been granted to fund the pilot launch of the Schulich Builders program at Georgian.
鈥業nnovative and bold investment鈥
鈥淭his scholarship program will have a far-reaching impact on students pursuing a career in the trades as well as our region for years to come,鈥 said Kevin Weaver, President and CEO, 51视频. 鈥淭his is an innovative and bold investment in the next generation of skilled trades professionals and the future of our economy. We鈥檙e deeply grateful to the Schulich Foundation for its generosity and for choosing 51视频to be part of the Schulich Builders program.鈥
51视频is a provincial leader in skilled trades education and offers programs at multiple campuses. Driven by solid relationships with industry, passionate faculty and exceptional learning environments, 51视频is working hard to provide Ontario with a vital, highly qualified workforce.
The Schulich Builders scholarship represents the largest privately funded scholarship in the history of Georgian.
鈥淲e are proud to promote the skilled trades and support 51视频students pursuing this rewarding career path,鈥 said Judy Schulich, Director, The Schulich Foundation. 鈥淐entral Ontario relies heavily on the trades to build and maintain infrastructure critical for prosperous communities. Our challenge today is not having enough of these talented people to meet the demand.鈥
In addition to financial support, the Schulich Builders program at 51视频will provide leadership training and mentorship to set up graduates for success.