Durham College welcomes new vice-president, Human Resources Posted on June 18, 2012 at 3:23 pm. Oshawa, Ont. – Durham College announced today the appointment of Scott Blakey as vice-president, Human Resources, effective Monday, July 16. Bringing with him more than 12 years of experience as an advisor to chief executive officers, board members and chairpersons on complex human resources-related issues, Blakey joins the college from the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) where he served as general manager, Employee and Development. In that role he was responsible for many human resources functions including employee and labour relations; training and development; and more. “Scott has a solid background in business and finance and direct hands-on experience leading large groups of employees,” said Don Lovisa, president, Durham College. “His exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to foster superior working relationships will be assets to the college.” A lifelong learner, Blakey has a Bachelor of Applied Arts from Ryerson University; a Master of Arts in Education from Central Michigan University; a Chartered Director designation from McMaster University; and a Canadian Management Professional designation from the Institute of Professional Management. In addition, he is completing his Doctor of Education – Workplace Learning and Social Change at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. Blakey also served as president of the Pension Fund Society and Sick Benefit Association while at the TTC as well as chair of the Investment, Governance and Ancillary Benefits sub-committees. “I am confident the combination of his experiences and educational background will provide a solid foundation for the college going forward,” added Lovisa. -30- About Durham College At Durham College, the student experience comes first. In September 2011, the college welcomed more than 30,000 students to campus including more than 8,400 full-time post-secondary students as well as part-time and continuing education students; apprentices; and online learners. The college offers a wide range of market-driven programs in a number of different disciplines including business, information technology, media, art, design, general arts, science, skilled trades, justice, emergency services, health and engineering technology, enabling students to develop the skills required to meet the demands of today’s job market. A three-phase expansion of the college’s Whitby campus is currently underway. Phase 1 opened in September 2009 followed by Phase 2 in May 2011. Phase 3 will see the creation of a 30,000-square-foot building focused on agriculture, culinary, hospitality and tourism. Accommodating approximately 900 new students, it will house new classrooms and labs and offer a full-service, green-certified restaurant and lounge and see the creation of a greenhouse – all of which will be open to the general public. In addition, a new Student Services building opened at the Oshawa campus in January 2011. For more information, visit www.durhamcollege.ca or call 905.721.2000. For more information: Allison Rosnak 905.721.2000 ext. 2333 allison.rosnak@durhamcollege.ca SHARE:
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