Voyageur Aviation is investing in the future of the aircraft maintenance industry.
The company, headquartered in North Bay, announced a bursary program with Canadore College.
The initiative is exclusively available to graduates of secondary schools in Nipissing and Parry Sound Districts enrolled in qualifying programs at Canadore’s Aviation Campus in North Bay.
It offers full tuition scholarships, mentorship, and assured summer and post-graduation employment.
“Voyageur is proud to launch the Pathway Bursary Program, offering local students the opportunity to pursue their passion for aviation,” said Chas Eveson, Vice President of Maintenance and Engineering. “As a company, we recognize the importance of investing in the next generation of aviation professionals and are committed to supporting their education and career development.”
George Burton, President of Canadore College, says support from Voyageur Aviation has been instrumental in providing opportunities for Canadore students pursuing an aircraft maintenance career.
“Voyageur’s Pathway Bursary Program offers local students a momentous opportunity to obtain a higher aircraft maintenance education at Canadore, with guaranteed employment post-graduation with a highly innovative and reputable company like Voyageur Aviation,” he says.
Voyageur says the Pathway Bursary Program maintains a continuous enrollment of six awarded students, ensuring ongoing support and opportunity for aspiring aircraft maintenance professionals, all the while fostering talent in northeastern Ontario.
Qualifying programs at Canadore College include Aircraft Structural Repair Technician (1 year), Avionics Technician – Aircraft Maintenance (2 years), and Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance (2 years).
