EDUCATION

This section of educational resources for wood includes all of Canada.

Camosun College

4461 Interurban Rd. Victoria, B.C. V9E 2C1

Graduates of the Fine Furniture Program will have knowledge and skills necessary for initial entry into the furniture design, construction or finishing/refinishing industries. Components of the course focus on furniture related skills and knowledge, but also cover aspects of the cabinet making and millwork trades.

We also offer various weekend and evening Woodworking and Furniture skills courses through the Continuing Ed. Department.

http://www.camosun.bc.ca/tt/finefurniture/

Selkirk College

Kootenay School of the Arts Nelson, BC

The main objective of the programs is to ready students for employment or self-employment by developing flexible and readily portable skills. The introductory programs are broad in scope and encourage students to strive for quality design, originality, and enhanced workmanship skills, to improve chances of success in the marketplace.
    Individuals desiring to further advance their woodworking skills, and to explore an area of personal interest at greater depth, may choose to return for a second year of study. A large portion of the second year consists of independent study; therefore you should possess a high degree of self-motivation. Applicants for this specialty program must have passed the foundation year with a minimum of "B" standing in all courses.

http://selkirk.ca/learning/programs/?program=Woodworking

The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

"The NAIT Woodworking Programs offer a number of exciting options for both full and part-time studies. Whether you are an experienced carpenter, cabinetmaker, designer, or woodworker, or have just begun your exploration of woodworking, we have something for you. Modern and well-equipped shops, combined with knowledgeable and experienced instructors, offer you an opportunity to build the skills and expertise required to pursue a passion, or a career, in the woodworking industries."

http://www.nait.ca/wood

The Furniture Studio, Sheridan Crafts and Design Program

1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario Canada L6H 2L1

The Furniture Studio at Sheridan is CanadaÕs most in-depth course of study for furniture design and fabrication. Over the course of our three year advanced diploma program we investigate the design and construction of furniture and related objects primarily made of wood, with the potential to involve other materials like cast and fabricated metals, plastics, glass, and stone as dictated by the interest of the student and the problem assigned. Our program attracts students with diverse backgrounds and objectives whom the faculty assists to achieve maximum personal and professional growth. Although technical and design experience is an asset, some students begin their studies without prior furniture making knowledge and develop abilities rapidly.

Contact Studio Head Peter Fleming at (905) 845-9430 ext 29 email: furniture@sheridaninstitute.ca

http://www1.sheridaninstitute.ca/programs/more/pcrds/index.cfm

Haliburton School of the Arts

Haliburton, Ontario Studio Woodworking

14 week Program probably starting 2006

http://www.flemingc.on.ca/HSTA/

Rosewood Studio: Instruction in Fine Woodworking

Almonte, Ontario

This woodworking school provides one week to nine-month workshops in fine woodworking throughout the year. Our goal is to provide a location conducive to creative woodworking and relaxation, while featuring some of the finest woodworking instructors from around the continent. Students will enjoy a wonderful woodworking experience, while their families enjoy a visit to Almonte, and Ottawa, our nation's Capital City.

http://www.rosewoodstudio.com

Nova Scotia Centre for Craft & Design

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Studios for weaving, metal work, woodworking, pottery, and miscellaneous crafts in which classes are run, community craft groups meet and hold programs, and individual projects may be completed by arrangement.

http://www.craft-design.gov.ns.ca/

Email s.hogbin@bmts.com

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