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Like many higher education institutions, Humber College is committed to sustainability. But at Humber, they take that commitment to the highest level. The Toronto college instills sustainability across every facet of the school and has had numerous accomplishments from their projects and partnerships that link community engagement and academics.
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There is a clear upward trend in hourly rates as electricians advance their skills and credentials.
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December 11, 2023 The total value of building permits in Canada increased 2.3% from September to $11.2 billion in October, led by gains in the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), the total value of building permits was up 2.2% to $6.4 billion in October. Institutional projects lead non-residential construction intention gains The total value of non-residential…
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Janaury 22, 2024 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking input on the extension of the Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupation Certification Strategy. The Strategy was developed to guide the government’s work to increase the number of NWT trainees, apprentices, and journeypersons to meet the needs of the NWT’s labour market. It ended in 2022…
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