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MEMBER NOTABLES Conestoga College Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Beijing Polytechnic On March 17, 2016, officials from Beijing Polytechnic, one China’s leading vocational colleges, visited Conestoga College’s Cambridge and Doon campuses for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two institutions that will create new opportunities for students and contribute to Conestoga’s growing international profile. The MOU provides a framework for collaboration that will allow Beijing Polytechnic students to gain international experience and complete their degree studies at Conestoga. Currently, more than 1,600 students from a total of 76 countries are enrolled in the local college programs. The focus on internationalism also includes a growing number of international exchange and study abroad programs and faculty exchange opportunities to enhance the learning experience and prepare graduates for success in the global economy.
WalterFedy listed on Canada’s Top Small &Medium Employers Local engineering, architectural and construction management firm WalterFedy was recently designated as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium employers (2016) by Mediacorp Canada. The company was recognized for highly progressive policies and practices including flexible work hours and compressed weeks, three weeks paid vacation for new employees, and allowing long-serving staff to apply for an unpaid leave of absence of up to six months. To be eligible as a small or medium employer in this competition, an organization must have less than 500 employees. Winners are evaluated as offering Canada’s most forwardthinking human resource policies and the best workplaces.
Advanced Road Craft Approved as Private Career College Advanced Road Craft, a Kitchener-based training organization for new and experienced drivers, was recently approved as a Private Career College under the Private Career Colleges Act 2005 for AZ truck driver instruction to prepare students for Ontario Ministry of Transportation tests and a career as a professional driver. They also provide fleet training, G1 classes and advanced motorcycle courses. Advanced Road Craft was created based on advanced driving and riding techniques taught in the United Kingdom by police and the Institute of Advanced Motorists.
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