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September 28, 2022
Peter Devlin becomes CICan’s new Board Chair
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is pleased to welcome Fanshawe College president Peter Devlin as its new Board... Read More
September 20, 2022
New report showcases key role of colleges and institutes in Canada’s climate action
To mark Global Goals Week, Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is releasing a new milestone report detailing the role played by its members in addressing climate change and supporting Canada’s... Read More
September 6, 2022
Colleges and institutes to help newcomers better integrate into Canadian workplaces
Moving to Canada can provide many opportunities, but also comes with unique challenges for newcomers looking for meaningful employment. To better support newcomers, Colleges and Institutes Canada... Read More
July 27, 2022
Open collection of virtual simulations now available to healthcare educators
Educators across Canada can now freely access 137 new virtual simulations designed to give students in nursing, medical laboratory sciences, and paramedicine innovative hands-on learning experiences.... Read More
July 21, 2022
Colleges and Institutes Canada launches public review on first-ever national occupational standard for personal care providers (PSWs, HCAs, CCAs, RCWs, etc.).
After months of collaboration and consultation with member colleges and institutes, provinces and territories, employers, workers, and other stakeholders, Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is... Read MoreJuly 11, 2022
CICan welcomes new members to its board of directors
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is pleased to welcome seven new members to its board of directors. The new directors were elected during CICan’s annual general meeting, held virtually on... Read More
June 30, 2022
Canadian post-secondary leaders recognized internationally for excellence
Earlier this month, 12 Canadian leaders in post-secondary education were recognized by the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics’ (WFCP) fifth annual Awards of Excellence during a ceremony... Read More
June 27, 2022
New Canadian scholarship program addresses inequality in developing countries
The Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 will directly reach more than 7,000 people — at least half of whom will be women — in eligible francophone countries, Commonwealth... Read More
June 20, 2022
Georgian College President MaryLynn West-Moynes and British Columbia Institute of Technology President Kathy Kinloch receive CICan’s Distinguished Service Award
This year, CICan is pleased to announce two recipients of the Colleges and Institutes Canada Distinguished Service Award, MaryLynn West-Moynes, CEO and President of Georgian College of Applied Arts... Read More
June 16, 2022
CICan to take international education and development in a bold new direction
CICan’s new three-year International Strategy works to futureproof the Canadian college and institute network through internationalization and global engagement. Developed following extensive... Read MoreMay 12, 2022
Colleges and institutes to provide scholarships and other supports for Ukrainian students coming to Canada
Thirty-seven of CICan’s member colleges and institutes will provide scholarships and/or other support including on-campus housing or living expenses, mental health support, alternative of... Read More