Tahltan HEO Training Program

The Tahltan HEO program is a multi-faceted program designed to build capacity in our communities across several areas: Drivers’ Licenses and driving for employment; Developing new heavy equipment operators; Continuing to grow current heavy equipment operators into mentors, trainers, and instructors. It helps to address skill shortages within our region while also providing on-the-job practical work experience to set participants up for success. 

The HEO program has been developed in partnership with industry, industry training authorities and funding partners, with most training occurring in Tahltan Territory. 

The HEO program partners and funders include: Province of BC, TD Bank Group, Finning Canada, Newmont, Arrow Transportation, Bandstra Transportation, Centre for Training Excellence in Mining – BC, Contact North BC, Iskut Band, Mining Industry HR Council, Procon Mining & Tunnelling, Tahltan Band, Tahltan Central Government and Thompson Rivers University.