A leader in the Muskoka business community has stepped forward to help build on the success of the new Georgian College Muskoka campus facility, which opened in the fall of 2007.

Muskoka Lumber Building Supplies has made a generous donation to Georgian in support of the new Muskoka campus in Bracebridge, where programs such as carpentry techniques and apprenticeship opportunities are offered.

“We are fortunate here in Muskoka because many in the future construction and skilled trade workforce are being trained through Georgian College. By supporting the Muskoka campus, we’re making a positive impact on our community and our industry,” said Paul Donaldson, owner/operator of Muskoka Lumber Building Supplies. “Our donation is essentially a win-win gift.”

Bonnie J. DeWitt, head of apprenticeship training and the Muskoka campus manager, said the funds will directly benefit the students of today, and the future. The new location has allowed Georgian to double the size of its skilled trades workshop, and increase apprenticeship training by 100 per cent.

“We’re thrilled by this donation. By investing into our local campus, Muskoka Lumber is investing into the future of all our students and Muskoka, and we are very thankful for this gift,” said DeWitt.

This is the latest donation to the Georgian College Power of Education Campaign, an initiative to raise $17 million for the expansion and improvement of key programs including skilled trades, health sciences, engineering technology, hospitality and tourism, and awards and scholarships.