ICBC is investing $13.3 million over the next four years to support apprenticeships in the collision repair industry, helping address labour shortages and reduce repair wait times across B.C. The funding, announced alongside ARA Board Chair Rick Hatswell, provides up to $56,500 per apprentice for ICBC Repair Network facilities to bring more technicians into the trade.
As vehicles become more complex, building a strong pipeline of skilled workers is critical. ARA will continue to support initiatives like this that strengthen the workforce, support our members, and help move the industry forward.
As vehicles become more complex, building a strong pipeline of skilled workers is critical. ARA will continue to support initiatives like this that strengthen the workforce, support our members, and help move the industry forward.
