Women and Indigenous learners can now apply to have 90 per cent of the costs for eligible marine courses covered thanks to a federal government contribution of $5.9 million to the Marine Training Program that will expand accessibility and flexibility to suit unique learner needs, and create a safe learning environment, as well as an equitable work culture, for its students.

Efforts to bridge the gaps between genders and cultures – in the spheres of community supports and employment opportunities – received a significant boost recently. To help more women and Indigenous learners gain access to marine industry training and careers over the next three years, the NSCC launched a new initiative on April 24. Cape…

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