Award-winning auto maker helping to drive change with new generation of auto mechanics

OSHAWA, ONT. – Students enrolled in Durham College’s (DC) School of Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship, & Renewable Technology will soon have access to additional state-of-the-art automotive technology and equipment thanks to a generous vehicle donation being made by Kia Canada.

On Friday, September 23, DC president Don Lovisa will be joined by Ted Lancaster, vice-president and chief operating officer, Kia Canada Inc. along with DC students and faculty as details of the donation are revealed. This includes  the real-world training opportunities it will provide to students; how access to current vehicle makes and models enables students to prepare for the workforce while still attending school; and the importance of community partnerships such as the relationship between Kia Canada and the college in terms of accessing equipment, curriculum development, field placement opportunities and much more. 

When:
Friday, September 23
10 a.m.

Who:

Don Lovisa, president, Durham College

Ted Lancaster, vice-president and COO, Kia Canada Inc.

Sara Bugden, second-year Motive Power Technician – Service and Maintenance student

Where:
Durham College Whitby campus
1610 Champlain Avenue
Whitby, ON

Parking:
Enter off Champlain Avenue and proceed to the main parking lot.

 

For more information contact:
Terra Suffel
Communications and Marketing
905.721.2000 ext. 6233 or terra.suffel@durhamcollege.ca