Mining industry launches $27 million training program
Monday, June 21, 2010
Natives in remote regions of the province to benefit from BC Aboriginal Mine Training Association initiative Read more...
Untapped Resource; Mining First Nations to Fill Labour Shortage
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
After a decade of exploration and financing, new mines in B.C. are set to open over the next three years. Read more...
Real Life Stories
James Decoine
James came to BC AMTA looking for opportunities, but was unsure about his qualifications. He submitted his BC AMTA application on June 18, 2010 and, with support and funding provided by BC AMTA, has now completed the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) Assessment, Essential Skills Upgrading, Class Three Learners Licence, Air Brakes course, Adult Dogwood (Grade 12 equivalency), WHIMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), Transportation of Dangerous Goods, and Level One First Aid. And he's worked at the BC AMTA office in his spare time!