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Old 04-21-2006, 10:03 AM
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Hey everyone. I'd like to start an autobody apprenticeship as soon as i can. I've given out resumes to about 7 shops already in my local area. They told me to leave my resume with them. It's been a week already and nothing. I guess i have to be patient too. I'm located in Newmarket, which is about 40 minutes North of Toronto. I'm 19 and came out of high school almost a year ago. I was just wondering if any of you have dealt with or know of any good body shops in the GTA. Also, if not privately owned body shops, what about dealership owned body shops? Cheers!
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have you tryed this?

http://www.apprenticesearch.com/
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I would try the Carstar Chain of bodyshops
I had a Chat with with one of the founders about the shortage of personel in there company and the industry in general
Good luck
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427 Auto in Etobicoke is apparently one of the better shops around the GTA.

http://www.427autocollision.com/
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Drop into The Guild in Bradford.
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Originally Posted by Doug Phillips
Drop into The Guild in Bradford.

Sure!! Wow! What a small world, i used to live in Schomberg a couple of years ago! I lived in Bradford for two years too. I know where that place is!!! IS there anybody i should talk too? I'll bring my resume! Thanks!
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Well, i just called and they said they aren't looking for any apprentices at the moment.
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Keep bugging them this summer. I would love to drive the Lotus! I don't think I can fit.
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Pine Orchard Auto Body. Vivian rd and Mulloch. Paul is the best body man I have ever met. His old apprentice is the guilds main man now.
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Paul is the best. He has done several national award winning GTOs.
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You could always try Boost Masters shop, Champion Motors Inc, just east of the don valley. I am bring my 98 Camaro there for a paint job soon




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