The new trades and technologies facility at Lethbridge College is benefiting from another significant financial gift.
Locally-owned Taylor Harvesting Ltd. has announced a $100,000 donation to establish the Taylor Family Heavy Equipment Bay.
Company founder Ray Taylor was on hand for Wednesday’s announcement. He said given the family’s strong connection to the college, the gift was a natural choice.
“My son Darren and I are both alumni of the college and agree that Lethbridge College provides hands-on training, teaches business skills and instills a strong work ethic upon its students,” said Taylor. “The college provided us with the skill set we needed to succeed in our industry of choice and it’s our turn to give something back.”
Phase one of the new three-phase trades and technologies facility celebrated its grand opening on Sept. 30. The building includes programs within the Crooks School of Transportation, including the automotive service technician, parts technician, and agricultural and heavy equipment technician programs. Phase two is now under construction.
Once completed in 2017, the entire building will encompass 165,000 square feet with a total cost of close to $70 million.
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