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July 2, 2024
Blog Post

A New Strategic Direction

What’s On My Mind? With Pari Johnston. Canadians can expect a lot of change in the next 18 months. In view of a coming federal election, it’s clear that colleges and institutes can and must... 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
June 27, 2024
Blog Post

Our Year in Impact

What’s On My Mind? With Pari Johnston. In a year marked by change, we have a lot to be proud of. I’m happy to share some reflections on our achievements, on our challenges, and on... Read more
Topic: Boosting Innovation | Building Campuses of the Future | Deepening Global Engagement | Growing Talent for the 21st century
June 25, 2024
News Release

Mohawk College President, Ron McKerlie, is honoured with the CICan 2024 Distinguished Award

Ottawa, June 25, 2024 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) proudly announces that Ron J. McKerlie, the 8th President of Mohawk College, has been awarded the CICan 2024 Distinguished Service Award. Each year, the CICan... 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 | Protecting a Balanced Approach to Copyright
June 13, 2024
News Release

Green Training Modules for Trades Educators to Support Sustainable Housing Construction

OTTAWA, ON — Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), the national voice of Canada’s largest post-secondary education network, today released new professional development modules for construction trades instructors. These modules provide carpentry, electrical, landscaping, and HVACR... Read more
Topic: Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Boosting Innovation | Building Campuses of the Future | Growing Talent for the 21st century
May 24, 2024
Blog Post

The Future of Education is Challenge-Driven

Published on TheFutureEconomy.ca May 17, 2024. "Canada’s big public policy questions—things like providing sustainable and affordable housing, ensuring food security, preparing for and preventing large natural disasters, designing cities and spaces that respect our environment,... Read more
Topic: Boosting Innovation | Growing Talent for the 21st century
May 21, 2024
Blog Post

Education is an Enabler of Change

What’s on My Mind? with Pari Johnston. If there’s one thing on my mind, it’s change. Coming together to set priorities, coordinate, and share resources can help us prepare for it and manage it. As... Read more
Topic: Boosting Innovation | Building Campuses of the Future | Deepening Global Engagement | Growing Talent for the 21st century
May 6, 2024
Podcast

The Time is Now for Colleges and Institutes

Pari Johnston's Keynote at CICan's 2024 Connection Conference. In her keynote at CICan's 2024 Connection Conference, Pari Johnston, President and CEO of CICan declared that the time is now for colleges and institutes. She emphasized... 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
April 30, 2024
News Release

CICan Announces 2024 Awards of Excellence Recipients

Celebrating Outstanding Achievements in Canada's College and Institute Sector Calgary, April 30, 2024 - Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) proudly announces its 2024 Awards of Excellence recipients, spotlighting innovation and exceptional performance within our pan-Canadian... 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
April 21, 2024
Blog Post

How Colleges and Institutes Can Drive Canada’s Housing Agenda

At a time when housing affordability and availability are among the most pressing challenges for Canadians, the Government of Canada has demonstrated its commitment to addressing these challenges head-on through its recent 2024 Housing Plan and Federal... Read more
Topic: Boosting Innovation | Building Campuses of the Future | Growing Talent for the 21st century
April 16, 2024
News Release

Colleges and Institutes Ready to Partner in Budget 2024 Commitments

Ottawa, April 16, 2024 - Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) welcomes Budget 2024’s commitment to addressing Canada’s most urgent challenges by investing in workforce development. Harnessing the full potential of colleges and institutes is key... 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 | Protecting a Balanced Approach to Copyright