MEDIA ADVISORY - CCIL to Launch Program in Support of STEM Students

TORONTO, April 27, 2018 /CNW/ - The Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL) will be announcing a new, multifaceted program designed to help young people further their education and advance their careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Called CCIL Supports STEM Students, the program will bring together a number of initiatives, including scholarships, co-op placements, summer jobs, and other opportunities for students.

The announcement will take place at CCIL's Annual General Meeting:

When:	Monday April 30, 2018 Luncheon at noon Announcement at approximately 12:30 p.m.
Where:	Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre Collingwood Room 801 Dixon Road Toronto, ON

Also at the AGM, CCIL will be debuting its new video which encourages STEM students to consider a career in the testing industry.

"We are celebrating our 25^th anniversary this year, and in honour of this occasion, we wanted to do something special. We wanted to give back in a meaningful way," says Gordon Leman, President of CCIL. "We're excited about being able to play a role in supporting young Canadians."

CCIL represents the independent testing industry in Canada. There are over 460 member facilities across the country. These laboratories provide a broad array of testing services, working in such fields as construction materials, manufactured goods, minerals, oil and gas, crops, food, air, water, soil and more.  Many of the members complement laboratory testing with field testing services and/or engineering consulting services.

SOURCE Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories

CCIL invites the media to attend. For further information or to arrange an interview, contact: Megan Stephens, [email protected], 416.777.0368