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September 5, 2023
Blog Post
A Preview of Colleges and Institutes Canada’s Fall Advocacy Agenda
The Fall months bring with them an invigorating energy. It is a season of transformation and renewal, particularly within the post-secondary sector, as learners, educators, and administrators begin a new academic year. For Colleges and... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Boosting Innovation | Building Campuses of the Future | Deepening Global Engagement | Growing Talent for the 21st century | Uncategorized
July 6, 2023
Submission & Report
Submission to An Immigration System for Canada’s Future
Immigration is key to Canada’s growth and prosperity. As Canada evolves, so too must its immigration system. Today, Canada is a leader when it comes to sustainable economic and demographic growth through immigration. Built on... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Deepening Global Engagement | Growing Talent for the 21st century
June 19, 2023
Blog Post
There is no sustainability without equity (SDG 10)
June is a unique month dedicated to celebrating diversity and promoting true inclusivity. It marks the convergence of two periods of recognition: Pride Month and National Indigenous Peoples Month. Both are celebratory but draw... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation
April 28, 2023
Submission & Report
The role of colleges and institutes in improving graduation rates and successful outcomes for Indigenous students
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is the national and international voice of 141 publicly supported colleges, institutes, CEGEPs and polytechnics. Across close to 700 campuses and access centres, our members provide practical and flexible pathways... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Building Campuses of the Future | Growing Talent for the 21st century
April 11, 2023
Blog Post
Applied research allows more Canadian businesses to innovate in a global world
Budget 2023 is here, and our sector’s innovation story was a key investment. The budget recognizes the critical role colleges and institutes play in helping small and medium-sized businesses innovate. It’s a big win for... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Boosting Innovation | Growing Talent for the 21st century
March 1, 2023
Submission & Report
Making Investments Count
Over 95% of Canadians live within 50 kilometres of a public college, institute, CEGEPs or polytechnic. With their extensive footprint across the country, our members make a difference in communities from coast to coast to... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Boosting Innovation
February 14, 2023
Submission & Report
Are We Ready?
“Are We Ready?” is a scan and compilation of college and institute leadership in climate action across three crucial areas: Curriculum, Applied Research and Community Engagement, and Campus Infrastructure and Indigenous Approaches to Sustainability. The... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Building Campuses of the Future
February 9, 2023
Blog Post
Partnership means we maximize our contributions to lasting change (SDG 17)
Training institutions, their learners, and their industry and government partners in four Pacific-Alliance countries now have the connections, knowledge, and tools to make sustainable positive change. Working in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, we set... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Deepening Global Engagement
January 10, 2023
Perspectives Live
Taking equity diversity and inclusion to the next level
Canada is a country filled with people of diverse identities, a ″cultural mosaic” as some say. That’s why it is essential to have a workforce that represents diversity and gives equal chance to equity deserving... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Deepening Global Engagement
October 27, 2022
News Release
CICan’s national Indigenous Education Symposium highlights the importance of collective action in advancing truth and reconciliation.
Quebec City, October 27, 2022 – Earlier this week, nearly 150 educational leaders gathered during Colleges and Institutes Canada’s national Indigenous Education Symposium to discuss and reflect on shared visions and responsibilities when it comes... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation