Mohawk College plans Burlington, Ont. expansion to meet skilled trades demand

Mohawk’s Burlington expansion will be phased in with the addition of new learning hubs and campuses over the coming years. (Photo credit: Mohawk College)

Mohawk College, alongside the City of Burlington and Burlington Economic Development have signed a Letter of Understanding announcing the expansion of the college’s academic operations into Burlington, Ont.

The growing demand for skilled trades personnel and ongoing labour shortages were cited among the motivating factors behind Mohawk’s decision to expand its Hamilton, Ont.-based operations into Burlington, with the addition of new learning hubs and campuses across the city to be phased in over the coming years.

“The recent launch of Mohawk College’s School of Climate Action, the continuing shortages in Ontario’s healthcare system, and growing demand for more people and training in skilled trades and technology are all priorities for the college,” a press release reads. “Additional classrooms, labs, shops and applied research facilities will be required to meet the demand in these growth areas.”

The proposed expansion plans are in alignment with the City of Burlington’s strategic plan, which looks to support the city’s goals of developing complete communities, expanding its youth population and providing educational environments to promote the attraction of startups and growth of businesses.

“There are promising opportunities in Burlington in healthcare, in industry, and across the regional economy,” said Paul Armstrong, President of Mohawk College. “Students are looking for rewarding, fulfilling careers in desirable communities and employers are looking for well-educated and well-trained workers. Mohawk College is excited to create pathways to employment, preparing future-ready graduates for bright careers in Burlington and beyond.”

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