Camosun College has acquired an electric vehicle that will play a key role in enhancing the trades training programs. The 2025 BrightDrop Zevo 400 AWD van is a state of the art electric delivery vehicle that will provide hands-on experience in many different trades, including the rapidly growing EV sector.
Artist's rendition of final graphic design being developed for the EVan.
“This van is designed to help us stay ahead of the curve in ever-evolving industries, equipping students with the skills, experience, and real-world exposure needed to thrive in the future of trades,” says Brian Coey, Chair of Trades Development. “We’re excited to provide students with the relevant skills for an electrified future.”
The vehicle, affectionately named "EVan” will serve as a versatile tool for training across multiple trades, including Carpentry, Pipe trades, Sheet Metal, Welding. It will also lead the delivery of EV in Automotive apprentice training, specifically in Heavy Duty Automotive trades and help deliver education in a more compact and efficient manner, optimizing both space and utility for practical training sessions.
“We’ll deliver mobile trades training to anyone who would like it,” says Brian. “It’s usually been local middle and high schools for a day or so of hands on exposure and activities.”
The college was able to obtain the new vehicle by taking advantage of a federal and provincial rebate.
Camosun College has campuses located on the territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. Established in 1971, the college serves thousands of learners a year in over 160 certificate, diploma, bachelor's degree, post-degree diploma, and professional studies and industry training programs.
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