Page 12 - April 2024 INSIGHT MAGAZINE.indd

MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

post-secondary trades programs that provide pathways
to employment in skilled trades careers as well as pre-
apprenticeship training and in-school training for apprentices.
In addition to providing high-quality programming and

education, Conestoga has made significant investments in
training facilities across the communities it serves.

The college recently invested $150 million in the first phase
of the Conestoga Skilled Trades Campus at 25 Reuter Dr. in
Cambridge, and another $200 million is earmarked for phase
two which is now underway.
When fully realized, the campus will include multiple buildings CITY OF CAMBRIDGE PHOTO
across the 41-acre property, which will serve as home to all the “This is a watershed moment for Cambridge, creating another
college's skilled trades programs. When completed, it will be space for our community to provide a wide variety of recreation
the largest, most modern trades training facility in the country opportunities to residents of all ages,” said Mayor Jan Liggett in
and serve as a showcase for the skilled trades. City of Cambridge news release following a sod turning in mid-
CourseCompare matches learners to over 300 schools and February. “Access to recreation opportunities is so important
5,000 vetted programs based on their career goals and learning to the health and wellbeing of our residents.”
needs. In 2023, more than two-million people from more than The $33M project to renovate and expand the auditorium
100 countries visited CourseCompare.ca to pursue in-demand follows extensive public consultation and planning with the
skills or launch new careers in Canada. community over the years. Once complete, the newly renovated

Expansion and reno of Preston facility will boost a new NHL-size ice pad along with new seating,

change rooms, accessible washrooms, and o ce space. As part
Aud picks up momentum of the renovation the existing change rooms and ice pad will
also see improvements. In September 2023, Council approved
key components of its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan.
The expansion and renovation of the Preston Auditorium is
well underway.

DELIVERING
CLEAN CARS
SINCE 1991

The Car Lovers Choice
GET RID OF WINTER’S SALTY MESS!

SAVE
Spring Fling Special Package: %

Extreme Car Wash Hand Dry
(Our best Car Wash) Vinyl Protectant
CHARTERED Express Carpet & Mat Shampoo Interior Vacuum
ACCOUNTANT All Windows and Mirrors Cleaned Air Freshener
Major Vinyl and Plastics Wiped Down Tire Shine

SERVICES INCLUDE: Regular Price: $167.99 (SUV’s & Vans + $26.99) Appointment recommended!
Accounting Tax Filings 1007 Gordon St, Guelph | Ph: (519) 823-0792
Business Advisory Estate Planning 2396 Eagle St N, Cambridge | Ph: 519-650-2492
Compilations Business plans Save Time, Book Online at www.washmycar.ca
& Reviews & Valuations
Inflation Buster!!!
We have NO price
CONTACT TODAY increases over last year
George Szczepski, CPA, CA, LPA
taxtip07@gmail.com or 519.658.9740
Congratulations Chamber on 100 year anniversary! T&C: Offer not valid with other discounts Offer Expires 6.30.24

12 Spring 2024 www.cambridgechamber.com