Mr. Speaker, it is essential that our education system keep up with the growing demand from the high tech sector for technically skilled workers.
In Ontario, in the automotive industry alone, it is estimated that 14,000 new skilled workers will be needed over the next 10 years.
To help train more workers for the value added manufacturing sector, the city of Brampton recently proposed the establishment of a high tech training centre.
By partnering with Sheridan College, Humber College and various local firms, the city of Brampton hopes to create a post-secondary institute of technology.
As the MP for Bramalea—Gore—Malton—Springdale, it is my sincere hope that this worthy proposal will be approved this year and ready for students in the near future.