Elevate Aviation Learning Centre

Ready for your career to take flight? Our FREE Aviation Readiness Training (ART) Programs provide aviation industry focused training for a variety of in-demand jobs to women and underrepresented groups. Our graduates learn skills, earn certifications, and are provided on-going support needed to jump-start their careers. For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gzaumV6Y. #Aviation #AviationCareers #AviationTraining #AviationReadinessTraining

It was an inspiring Day 2 for Cohort Lima of our Women’s Employment Skills Training (WEST) Program during Aviation Career Exploration (ACE) week! The day started with a presentation by Marika Humphries from Transport Canada - Transports Canada, followed by an engaging de-icing demonstration by Briggs from Elevate Aviation Learning Centre. We ended the day with an incredible career journey talk by Air Canada pilot Tracey Riley, who shared her path from passenger service agent to the flight deck. We love allowing our learners to hear from professionals who are active in the aviation industry. Their insights expand our learners' knowledge of various aviation careers available, and they can help inspire their own journeys! Learn more about all of the exciting components of our WEST Program at https://lnkd.in/gQ-rvSgw.  #ACEWeek #AviationCareerExploration #AviationCareers #AviationJobs #Aviation #AviationTraining #YEGWomen #WomenInAviation #GuestSpeaker #Pilot

Ready to take your aviation training to the next level? The Alberta Aviation Council invites aviation professionals, enthusiasts, and students to join our upcoming workshops! Dive into expert-led sessions that cover cutting-edge technology, essential safety practices, and everything you need to advance your knowledge and career in aviation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders—register today! https://lnkd.in/gmp24sYQ Elevate Aviation Learning Centre Calgary Flying Club #AviationWorkshop #AlbertaAviation #AviationNetworking #AerospaceCommunity

Meet Your 2024 Elevate Aviation - Women Of Inspire Dassie Persaud-van der Westhuizen - Aviation Planner, Mead & Hunt (Seattle, USA) Dassie is an aviation planner specializing in sustainability at Mead & Hunt. With a strong background in aviation, she is a qualified commercial pilot, freelance aviation journalist, former internationally flying flight attendant, and a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a master's degree in aviation and aerospace sustainability. Dassie has contributed to projects involving topics such as sustainable aviation fuel and airport infrastructure resilience. In addition to her professional achievements, Dassie is a well-rounded individual who excels beyond the workplace. While growing up in South Africa, she was selected for the national field hockey team in her age group, and more recently Dassie placed in the Top 20 at the Miss Universe Canada competition. As a firm believer in transcending labels, she embodies the intersection of technical expertise and diverse personal accomplishments, inspiring others to break boundaries in all areas of life. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gc22CifK

Ready to take your aviation training to the next level? The Alberta Aviation Council invites aviation professionals, enthusiasts, and students to join our upcoming workshops! Dive into expert-led sessions that cover cutting-edge technology, essential safety practices, and everything you need to advance your knowledge and career in aviation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders—register today! https://lnkd.in/gmp24sYQ Elevate Aviation Learning Centre Calgary Flying Club #AviationWorkshop #AlbertaAviation #AviationNetworking #AerospaceCommunity

A huge thank you to the incredible sponsors who power the mission of the Elevate Aviation Learning Centre (EALC)! With the support of Air Canada, Calgary International Airport - YYC, NAV CANADA, Edmonton International Airport (YEG), Canadian Airports Council | Conseil des aéroports du Canada, and Adacel, we’re shaping the future of aviation together. Your commitment means the world to us and the next generation of aviation professionals! #AviationIndustry #Aviation #Aerospace #CorporateSponsors #Sponsors #CanadianAviation

Last week, our very own Christine Matheson, BSW, RSW, CCDP ran a staff workshop on Workplace Connection with a focus on Collaboration. At Elevate Aviation Learning Centre (EALC), our staff are at the heart of everything we do. It’s their commitment, passion, and expertise that bring our mission to life, transforming aviation from a career into an empowering journey. Every day, they work to create authentic, memorable, and life-changing experiences, sharing their knowledge and dedication to inspire the next generation of aviation professionals. Our team is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive space where women and underrepresented groups feel empowered to pursue their dreams and unlock their full potential in aviation. By creating an inclusive environment, we aim to break down barriers, build confidence, and ensure that every individual can thrive and become the best version of themselves...and yes sometimes this means building paper airplanes! #Aviation #AviationTraining #Workshop #StaffTraining #WomeninAviation #Mentorship #Leadership

Meet Your 2024 Elevate Aviation - Women Of Inspire Claudette Delorme - Operations Control Centre, Harbour Air (Vancouver, BC) Claudette is the senior member of Harbour Air's Operational Control Centre, part of North America’s largest all-seaplane company. As a member of this team, Claudette plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of flights. Her dedication has been recognized with two prestigious awards: one for safety and another for outstanding performance. Claudette’s aviation journey began 38 years ago in Northern BC where she first worked for Trans-Provincial Air and subsequently Harbour Air at their Prince Rupert Seal Cove base. Claudette has been involved in every aspect of coastal aviation outside the aircraft. Her extensive knowledge base of operational needs, hospitality and tourism demands, and people skills dealing with bush pilots, fishermen, loggers, and tourists enabled her to seamlessly transition to Harbour Air’s main base at YVR in 2000 where she continued to excel in her training of new staff and bringing old school knowledge to the Operational Control Centre. Balancing her aviation knowledge with a passion for fashion design, Claudette attended a prestigious fashion school in Vancouver while working full-time at Harbour Air. She graduated with the top honor and pursued clothing design and high-end sewing for a select group of clients as her hobby. Claudette shares her design expertise with family and friends creating everything from wedding dresses and evening gowns to jewelry and interior design. Combining her aviation and fashion skills, Claudette designs creates, and dresses Harbour Air’s mascot, Turbo, for corporate and media events. In her leisure hours, she enjoys spending time with loved ones and indulging in her love for travel, having recently checked off New York and Japan from her bucket list. She’s planning her next adventure, a well-deserved trip awarded for 30 years of dedicated service. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/gySurS3m

Today, Sophia Wells (Heisler) spoke to our Women's Employment Skills Training (WEST) Program learners about Elevate Aviation's Mentorship Program! Mentorship is a proven approach to drive rich learning and development, enabling you to achieve desired success – and meet some great people along the way. It benefits all parties: · Mentors will improve interpersonal skills, strengthen subject matter knowledge, and expand their network. · For Mentees, it can help clarify career goals, provide practical advice and encouragement, and shed light on the perspective and knowledge of someone who has faced similar challenges. We invite you to learn more about Elevate Aviation's Mentorship Program at https://lnkd.in/g3vqcHEx. #Aviation #AviationTraining #WESTProgram #WomeninAviation #Mentorship #MentorshipProgram #Leadership #WEST

Yesterday I attended the Elevate Aviation 2024 Inspire Gala - What an amazing event to honor some of the top influential women and changemakers promoting sustainability within the aviation and aerospace industry! The Inspire Gala also celebrates the successes of those who have taken part in Elevate Aviation’s impactful programs such as WEST (Women Employment Skills Training) and AST (Aircraft Service Technician) program at the Elevate Aviation Learning Centre. I’m so glad to have attended your inspirational event!! Congrats to the deserving 2024 Women of Inspire award recipients Nicole Holinaty, Clare Li, Sonia Mina, Lori Duthie, Sarah Nelson, Marion N Chivot-Legris, MSc, MiM, Claudette Delorme, and Dassie Persaud-van der Westhuizen! Thank you to Kendra Kincade, Laura Sinclair, Nova Andrews, MBA, Prosci® , Christine Merrick, Sophia Wells (Heisler), Dina Jammaz, Jen Oram, Cassandra Hepp, Hannah McKay, and so many more outstanding members of the Elevate Aviation team. It was great to reconnect with many familiar faces Brett Oram of NAV CANADA, Chris Miles of Calgary International Airport - YYC, Myron Keehn of Edmonton International Airport (YEG), Stefan Rutkowski of CAREERS, Shane McKay of CAREERS, Scott Cadwell of SilverbackVR and many more! I look forward to what’s in store for next year’s event!! #aviation #aerospace #elevateaviation #sustainability #womeninaviation #nextgeneration #sustainableworkforce #futureworkforce #workforcestrategy