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Ottawa, ON, July 16, 2026 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) welcomes today's federal investment to expand training capacity across the country, recognizing the essential role that Canada's public colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, polytechnics and Indigenous Institutes of Education play... Read more

Ottawa, June 25, 2026 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is pleased to welcome four new outstanding members to its Board of Directors. At a pivotal change moment for Canada and the college sector, these... Read more

What’s on my Mind? With Pari Johnston. There is no more important time to convene and connect with intent. Last month in Ottawa, we did just that. At a time of uncertainty, transformation, and disruption,... Read more

Canadians are adapting to a new world order and making real-time decisions for the future of our country based on middle power alignment, interests-based global trading relationships, sovereign defence capabilities and a strong domestic economy.... Read more

What’s On My Mind? With Pari Johnston. Members of Parliament are now back in the House of Commons following a six-week holiday break – focused on delivering on the promise of November’s federal Budget investments... Read more

What’s On My Mind? With Pari Johnston. When Canada and its communities need solutions, colleges and institutes show up – this year was no different. As I mark the end of my second year at... Read more

By Zabeen Hirji, Inez Jabalpurwala, and Pari Johnston. This op-ed was published by The Globe and Mail on October 31, 2025. Zabeen Hirji is an executive adviser to business and governments and former chief human... Read more

What’s On My Mind? With Pari Johnston. There is a visceral buzz right now as thousands of students return to postsecondary campuses across the country. I should know – I am the proud parent of... Read more

Ottawa, September 5, 2025 – Canada needs a strong, agile workforce to build big things, drive economic transformation, and meet Canada’s most pressing challenges. Read the statement by CICan President & CEO Pari Johnston: “Prime Minster Carney’s... Read more

Ottawa, June 25, 2025 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is proud to recognize the exceptional achievements of the 2025 recipients of its Leadership Excellence Award for Students. These student leaders have demonstrated outstanding leadership,... Read more