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July 18, 2024
Blog Post
The Future of Canada’s Trades Sector Lies with Colleges and Institutes
Fact: In the past 24 months, more than 2,200 high school students have explored the possibility of pursuing fulfilling careers in the skilled trades and related fields through summits hosted by 17 colleges and institutes... Read more
Topic: Building Campuses of the Future | Growing Talent for the 21st century
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 17, 2024
Blog Post
By the Numbers: Indigenous Post-Secondary Education in Canada
Indigenous postsecondary education in Canada is a dynamic landscape marked by resilience, progress, and ongoing challenges. The latest data from Statistics Canada (StatsCan), as well as the 2021 census data, sheds light on this landscape, emphasizing... Read more
Topic: Accelerating Reconciliation | Advancing Sustainable Development Goals | Building Campuses of the Future | Growing Talent for the 21st century
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 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