The open road, taken in Little Grand Rapids, Man.
that into our business models accordingly. If our guys can make it out on the winter roads, all these mining towns are really no problem because of our experience.” Besides having the experience needed to make it through remote northern areas, Kohaykewych says that he and his team share a passion for the nature and beauty that they have to offer. “There’s so much in the north that hasn’t been explored,” he said. “We always want to make sure we are doing our work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. This means thinking before doing, consulting with government officials who know the area and looking at all the options to ensure we minimize our footprint.” Kohaykewych adds that each of the company’s trucks is equipped with spill kits in the event of a fuel or oil spill and all drivers receive training on how to deal with such a situation. In addition to preserving the areas, Kohaykewych hopes his services will enable more people to experience them. “One of the unique things that we’ve started to branch out to is working alongside exploration companies providing construction services to the fishing camps. With all the beauty and pristine nature that these areas have, anyone who hasn’t had the experience of driving it is really missing out on what this country has to offer,” he said.
Mark Kohaykewych, President, Polar Industries Ltd.
“That’s the unique thing about our business: we get to take trucks into areas where no one has ever been before. It’s pretty amazing to have taken footsteps in a place that no man
has ever stepped on and know I’m the first person that’s ever been there.” u For more information on Polar Industries Ltd., visit www.polarindustries.ca.
APPRENTICESHIP
A Smart Investment.
AMBITION, WILLINGNESS TO LEARN AND HARD WORK got you where you are today. Now, you can build on these qualities – and build your business – by hiring and training apprentices. Apprentices’ knowledge and skills – coupled with the on-the-job training – make for a profitable and smart investment for your business. FORGING STRONGER COMMUNITIES. Exciting new initiatives are coming to support apprenticeship training expansion in rural and northern communities including: l
A new Journeyperson Business Start program to provide support for rural journeypersons to start their own business.
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Tax credits for apprentices and employers who hire apprentices and journeypersons.
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Greater accessibility to quality training through alternative program delivery options.
For more information about apprenticeship in Manitoba, including rural and northern initiatives, visit our website at: manitoba.ca/tradecareers or call 1-877-97-TRADE
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