The 2012 location for the AGM and Convention will be the Hotel Chateau Laurier Quebec May 9-11, 2012. Look for information in January 2012. Mark it on your calendars!!
We have recently been contacted by a few colleges asking the following question:
Why are the postsecondary Mechanical Technician – Industrial Maintenance (Millwright) programs across Ontario colleges experiencing a significant down-turn in applications/enrolments?
The trade is not regulated. It is apprenticeable, but no licensing or compulsory work requirements for apprenticeship within the industry.
Jobs Ontario suggests that from 2009-2013 there will be average opportunities for employment in this occupation and goes on to say that new positions will open as well as many more openings stem from retirement replacements. They state “millwrights and industrial mechanics are likely to face good employment prospects…” due to their varied skills.
Everything seems to be “right” for this trade, yet colleges are not getting students applying…
Is your indsutry not in the need of these positions to be filled? Is there something the colleges are not offering that the industry is looking for? Your input is appreciated as the colleges work to address this issue.
Louise
Overburden Open 2011
Just a quick reminder to sign up for the Overburden Open 2011 being held June 23 in Rouyn Noranda, sponsored by Bradley Brothers. Contact the CDDA office for more information or download registration form on the front page of the CDDA website at cdda.ca.
June is National Safety Month.
The National Safety Council encourages organizations to get involved
and participate in National Safety Month. Each week has a Theme starting with June 1-5, Summertime Safety.
Visit Additional NSC summer safety and health fact sheets at :http://www.nsc.org/NSC_EVENTS/NAT_SAFE_MONTH/Pages/Week1.aspx
The Overburden 2011 will be held Thursday June 23, Rouyn Noranda at the Club de golf municipale Dallaire inc.
Download information at cdda.ca on the homepage
Facts to consider:
By 2015 demand will exceed the supply of skill workers and 100% of net labour force growth will depend on immigration.
CDDA Safety Group Meetings Upcoming Meetings
Western Safety Group
Inn at the Forks
Winnipeg
May 27, 2011
Eastern Safety Group
Holiday Inn Express
North Bay, Ont
May 26, 2011
Happy Easter! Just a reminder that pre-registration closes this Friday for the Convention. Rooms are filling up at the hotel so book today!
Please note that today is the last day to book your room at the Delta in Kelowna to guarantee your room rate and a room. They are filling up quick!
Do not miss the April 22 early bird rate for the 2011 CDDA A.G.M. and convention. Register now. Information available on line at www. cdda.ca
MIHR National Occupational Standards for Diamond Driller copies now available free of charge from the CDDA office.
See article on Miners earn National Certification MIHR Certification002
Reminder the CDDA AGM and Convention registration information is now available at www.cdda.ca
Safety Alerts
Diamond Drill Mining Hazard Alert
CDDA 68th A.G.M. & Convention Information now posted on line! Mailout’s to follow today!