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TORONTO — Humber Polytechnic has announced the completion of a $9.5-million expansion project of its Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology at 110 Carrier Dr. in Toronto.

The 16,000-square-foot expansion will enable 500 new skilled trades training opportunities across apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship and post-secondary levels, stated a release.

The expansion delivered specialized labs including an HRAC lab, a gas and oil lab, and an AR/VR/XR simulation studio.

Additionally, a 10,000-square-foot woodworking lab, converted from a former furniture manufacturing plant, will train students in trades such as carpentry and industrial woodworking. 

The expansion also includes flexible lab spaces that can adapt to new industry technologies. 

Humber has contributed $2.16 million from its capital priorities fund, with additional funding of $1 million from Ontario’s Apprenticeship Capital Grant. 

“Congratulations to Humber Polytechnic on expanding this state-of-the art facility that will help learners gain the hands-on skills they need to join one of Ontario’s most in-demand workforces,” stated Minister of Colleges and Universities Nolan Quinn in a statement. “By providing the latest learning tools and equipment and creating 500 new skilled trades training opportunities, Humber Polytechnic is developing the talent we need to build Ontario and connecting students to meaningful careers.”