LIUNA training centre new expansion responds to clamour for labourers
LIUNA training centre new expansion responds to clamour for labourers
LIUNA Local 506 has officially opened the doors of a major new expansion to its training centre in Richmond Hill, Ont. — and not a moment too soon, said director of training Ted Gedney, given the clamour for skilled labourers from its contractors. “Our e...
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