Responding to Employers’ Needs – New Collaborations for New Skills With the labour market changing faster than ever to keep up with disruptive technologies, lifelong learning and access to hands-on training opportunities are essential and highly valued by Canadians. The symposium will engage participants on how to better respond to the needs of employers and to the needs of a diversified student body with multiple backgrounds. The event will...

Presidents, CEOs and government relations leads from CICan member institutions are invited to convene in Ottawa for CICan on the Hill. This is an opportunity to engage with parliamentarians and senior federal officials to share perspectives on how colleges and institutes support skills development and innovation in communities across Canada. The event will include a Student Showcase featuring innovative projects or initiatives in applied research,...

In partnership with the Canadian Embassy in the Philippines (Edu-Canada), Colleges and Institutes Canada is pleased to offer a series of recruitment and partnerships development activities available exclusively to our members. Early registration is encouraged. Space is limited to a maximum of 30 participants (Manila) and 15 (Manila + Ilo Ilo + Cebu). Participation is restricted to CICan member institutions. Deadline to register is January 31. Friday,...

Colleges and institutes support the social, cultural and economic development as well as skills development of rural, remote and northern communities which contribute to the Canadian economy. However, economic, demographic and institutional transformations are posing new challenges for these communities, and as such, the colleges and institutes must develop new innovative strategies and approaches at different levels including: delivery of training...

CICan’s Annual Conference is the largest event of its kind in Canada! It fosters connections between post-secondary institutions from all across the country and around the world. In 2020, these connections will focus on strengthening our collective intelligence. Knowing how to use and leverage all forms of intelligence is essential to the development of both individuals and societies. By using a holistic and creative approach to meet the...

Who should attend This Leadership Institute is designed for those currently in the role of manager, program chair, associate dean, or associate director, who seek to develop their leadership abilities, progress in their careers, and better understand the global trends that are having an impact in their current position. Key areas will be examined, including: leadership (self-assessment and skills assessment); the environmental context: changes and...

Who should attend Those in the role of manager or new director in international offices/divisions who seek leadership development for their current position; leaders who are new or interested in learning how to better lead their department and institution in international initiatives. Key areas will be examined, including: leadership – self-assessment and skills assessment; the key elements and challenges of this role; the role of the international...

Who should attend Those in the role of manager or new director in applied research offices/divisions who seek leadership development for their current position; research division staff (e.g. project managers, industry liaison staff, research coordinators); individuals from other areas of the institution who aspire to leadership positions in applied research or are interested in learning how to better lead their department and institution in applied...

Who should attend This Leadership Institute is designed for those currently in a non-managerial staff or faculty role, who are looking to progress in their careers and aspire to become a manager. Recently appointed managers may be interested in attending to garner knowledge on the leadership profile essential for success and approaches that may contribute to the development of their function within the institution. Key areas will be examined, including: leadership...

Who should attend This Leadership Institute is designed for those in the roles of dean, director (in academic, administration, finance, and student services departments), and campus principals who are looking to progress in their careers and aspire to become vice-presidents. Key areas will be examined, including: leadership – self-assessment and skills assessment; the environmental context in which institutions currently exist; executive management...