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hoisting and heavy equipment industries since 1986. Te Manitoba Construction Industry turns to OETIM as the trusted source for Heavy Equipment Operator Training, Crane Training, Construction Safety courses and re-certification services. Located at 244 Cree Crescent, OETIM has developed


a solid reputation using its proprietary curriculum designated to heavy equipment operations. Whether it’s Rigging courses, Crane Awareness courses, Skid Steer courses, Forklift courses, or customized training for companies with group rates, OETIM has everyone covered. “With the province continuing to grow and construc-


tion projects on the rise we definitely keep very busy,” says Betty Lou Doerksen, Executive Director of OETIM. Te provinces latest announcement for infrastructure work reminds employers of the need for skilled trained workers. OETIM helps prepare people by giving them the knowledge and safety training to enter the industry of heavy construction. "We train people quickly and effectively in accordance to standards," Doerksen adds. “With the current Hydro projects going on, as well as the preparation for Lake Manitoba Diversion we have


OETIM has been training tomorrow's construction workers since 1986.


been delivering a lot of training up north in the Pas, Tompson, and Churchill. Government knows this and is supportive in the training of many workers.” “Tere continues to be a great deal of interest in our


Heavy Equipment Operator course but you must be ac- cepted to attend,” says Doerksen, adding assessments are


OETIM, training tomorrow’s construction workers O


ETIM, registered as a Private Vocational Institute, Te Operating Engineers Training Institute of Manitoba Inc., has been training workers in the


delivered every month and are free to attend. If accepted, individuals have 8 months in which to attend one of the courses, if they so desire. Te Heavy Equipment Operator course is 240 hours (80 hours theory, 160 practical) and is delivered over four to six weeks. One of the unique things about OETIM is the fact that


the majority of the training is not only hands on, but is also on more than one piece of equipment” “Our students get trained on five separate pieces of


heavy equipment”, which Doerksen says is beneficial for both the workers and the companies hiring them. “We do this to make our clients more employable, so they aren’t limited to just having had training on just one piece of heavy equipment.” “Tere are places out there offering training for a much lesser cost but it’s mainly simulator training and not the real thing,” adds Doerksen. Course costs are high, obviously, big equipment, big


money. Most of the clients seek funding through Employ- ment Manitoba, First Nation, WCB, bank loan, RESP or other funding sources. “We do get some people who have no construction


experience what so ever but love heavy equipment and come in and say ‘I’ve always wanted to do this,” Doerksen adds. “We want clients who are looking for a career and would prefer they have some experience in the construc- tion industry.”


In case you missed anything – a roundup of facts we picked up last month School Zone RED RIVER COLLEGE


College creates new executive director role to provide leadership on Indigenous strategy


On the same day Mayor Brian Bowman


called on the city to adopt a municipal Indig- enous Accord last month, Red River College announced the creation of a new executive director position to provide leadership on advancing Indigenous education. The role of the executive director, In-


digenous strategy will include providing direction on how best to expand programs and supports for Indigenous students, and to build partnerships with Indigenous leaders and the community. Advancing Indigenous achievement is


one of the top priorities in RRC’s Strategic Plan (2016-2021), as well as a key goal of the Academic Division, which is committed to enhancing the environment supporting Indigenous student success. RRC is also a signatory to the Manitoba Indigenous Education Blueprint (2016) — one of nine post-secondary institutions in the province — following the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. “Te TRC report is clear — Indigenous


Canadians need access to post-secondary education and supports while in school if we are to close the income and employment gap in our country,” says RRC President Paul Vogt. “One of the specific calls to action is to establish senior level positions in order to elevate the priority of Indigenous program- ming and forge new pathways to success. Today’s announcement is a major step in this direction.” Christine Watson, RRC’s vice-president


Academic, said the new executive director, Indigenous strategy will play a key role in helping RRC meet its strategic and academic goals. Te new ED will work with and pro- vide advice to all deans, academic divisions and student support services, as well as lead on enhancing relationships with the Indigenous community and the College’s recently-formed Indigenous Achievement Strategic Council. Te overall goal will be to improve and


expand the College’s academic program- ming and supports for Indigenous students — building on recent recommendations from College staff and faculty during con- sultations on the Strategic Plan and through such forums as RRC’s Open Cafés. “RRC has a significant and growing Indig-


enous student body and it is important that we are proactive in taking steps to ensure student success, to address historic barriers and to fill gaps that have been identified,” Watson says. “We are fortunate to have our Elders and an incredibly engaged, dedicated and experienced staff and faculty group who will provide leadership and a strong founda- tion for enhancing Indigenous education as we move forward.”


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Red River College’s Ace Space & North Forge technology exchange celebrate grand opening in innovation alley


Red River College’s ACE Project Space


and North Forge Technology Exchange today celebrated the grand opening of their new locations in the heart of Innovation Alley with the official launch of several new initiatives aimed at helping start-up businesses innovate and grow. In RRC’s ACE Project Space – part of


the College’s thriving Exchange District Campus – Business Information Technol- ogy and Business Technology Management students work with entrepreneurs-in- residence on new technologies, product development, and pushing innovation to the edge. Te new space has allowed the program to grow rapidly and more than double its partnerships – to 16 successful projects to date. As well, the space allows students to work closely with non-profit organizations to provide IT solutions for them and the community. “Tis is about students working hand-in-


hand with private industry on real-world projects in real time,” said Paul Vogt, president of RRC. “It provides our students with leading-edge hands-on training and experience, while providing start-ups with much-needed technical support. Tis kind of partnership is essential to business growth and job creation in our province.” Vogt said RRC is thrilled to partner with


North Forge Technology Exchange and, together, anchor Winnipeg’s growing In- novation Alley. “We are constantly working to support


innovation on the ground floor and cre- ate critical mass for Manitoba’s startup community,” said Jeff Ryzner, president of North Forge Technology Exchange. “Te development of our new building at 321 McDermot advances our goals and provides entrepreneurs with a place to work together. It’s about fostering innova- tion, creating jobs and driving economic growth.” At today’s announcement, North Forge


Technology Exchange unveiled two new resources for business – the UX Lab and the Advanced ICT Lab. The UX Lab is a place for innovators to develop the overall experience for their product’s users – from assistance with UX research and strategy, including user and usability testing, user and stakeholder interviews and surveys, and user journey mapping and personas. Te Advanced ICT Lab provides the tools


for companies to develop their technol- ogy for commercialization. Possibilities include 360-degree marketing videos and photos, podcasts, drone photography and videography, room-scale VR, Bitcoin-relat- ed applications, video game development and support for legacy VR applications. RRC’s ACE Project Space is not a formal


incubator, but an opportunity for entrepre- neurs-in-residence to propose projects that fit with RRC’s curriculum and challenge students capabilities and imaginations in their field of study. In return, the entrepre- neurs learn about market identification, project management, agile development and how to become a business owner. “Tis is really a win-win situation where


the students work on our projects and we as an entrepreneur get to see the impact on our organization,” says Sue Leclair, a successful entrepreneur-in-residence with her wedding planning business, Peguin + Stone. “Being part of this allowed us to try new approaches and build our business in a team environment. I am proud to have been able to be a part of it.”


UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF THE NORTH


UCN signs MOU to provide tuition grants for northern youth in care


University College of the North (UCN)


hosted a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony recently in Te Pas between the institution and Child and Family Services Authorities that will allow youth who are in the care of these au- thorities the opportunity to receive a post- secondary education. Te CFS Authorities include the Northern authority, Southern First Nations Network of Care, the General CFS Authority and the Metis Authority. Te tuition to attend UCN will be waived for up to five students each academic year who are, or will be, extended in care. Te MOU calls for a number of requirements to allow for this tuition waiver to take place. Te requirements include that, in order to qualify, the student must: - have ap- plied, is in the process of applying, or has been given an offer of admission to UCN for the upcoming Fall term; - is over the age of 18, or turning 18, in the upcoming academic year for which they are apply- ing; - is enrolled with full-time status (in Fall or Winter) of a UCN degree, diploma or certificate program; - Has completed an “Authorization of the release of Confi- dential Information” form allowing UCN and the Authority to discuss a student’s process; and, - Has met with a student advisor concerning registration. UCN’s President and Vice-Chancellor,


Mr. Konrad Jonasson, said “the University College of the North is so pleased to be a partner in the Youth in Care Tuition Waiver program as it creates more opportunities for those who wish to further their educa- tion, but do not have the means to do so. Trough this critical program, youth who have been in the care system in Manitoba have greater access to post-secondary edu- cation. Trough our mission and regional centre network, UCN strives to provide


www.smartbizwpg.com UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG


Creating an environment of innovation: MTA and Te University of Winnipeg Es- tablish Pilot Project on campus


Te Manitoba Technology Accelerator


(MTA) and Te University of Winnipeg’s Faculty of Business and Economics are collaborating on a ten-month pilot pro- ject to establish an entrepreneurship and technology accelerator on the University’s campus. Te pilot project is an important vehicle


for fostering innovation in the province. According to MTA CEO, Marshall Ring, “We are aware of the innovative thinking going on in our post-secondary institutions and our goal is to help convert this think- ing into valuable social and commercial enterprises.” Te aim of the pilot project is to encour-


age entrepreneurship and technology acceleration across all disciplines. “Tis project is a resource for the entire Univer- sity and we encourage students, faculty, and staff from all departments who have ideas and research to take advantage of this unique opportunity,” said Dr. Sylvie Albert, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics. “We are so pleased to be able to benefit from the expertise of the MTA and we will mentor and link non-technology projects to the appropriate source.” Anyone who is interested in discussing


their ideas in confidence with Marshall Ring, or Executive in Residence, Ab Freig, is encouraged to contact Rachel Hammer- back to set up an appointment. A steering committee will evaluate the


project after ten months with the hope of establishing a permanent arrangement.


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educational opportunities to residents of Northern Manitoba and this partnership reinforces our philosophy of reducing barriers for those who wish to engage in additional training or higher education”. Ms. Debbie Besant, Chief Executive Of-


ficer of General Child and Family Services Authority, said “we are delighted that UCN will become part of a growing number of post-secondary institutions in Manitoba offering the opportunity for tuition-free education to youth and young adults cur- rently or previously involved with the child and family service system. By participating in this initiative, and removing financial barriers to postsecondary studies, UCN is ensuring more young people in northern Manitoba will have the opportunity to real- ize their academic goals”. Ms. Besant went on to say “this is an important step forward in this initiative, and we look forward to working together in the future to ensure its success”. Te first students to be accepted into this tuition waiver initiative will begin classes in September of this year.


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