News Releases
September 8, 2020
CICan issues recommendations to build back better
As the country looks to build back better in COVID-19 recovery, Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) has issued eight recommendations to the Standing Committee of Finance as part of its most recent... Read More
July 21, 2020
CICan welcomes new board members
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is pleased to welcome five new members to its board of directors. The new directors were elected during CICan’s annual general meeting, held virtually on June... Read More
July 7, 2020
Building Back Better to Ensure Well-being for All
Canada’s college and institute community calls for bold commitment to the 2030 Agenda and climate action in COVID-19 economic recovery plans. The following letter was addressed to the Honourable... Read More
June 29, 2020
Niagara College President Dan Patterson receives CICan’s Distinguished Service Award
Niagara College President Dan Patterson was honoured by his peers of the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Presidents’ Leadership Network who named him as the 2020 recipient of its... Read MoreJune 29, 2020
Mitacs named CICan’s Outstanding Partner for 2020
Mitacs was named as Colleges and Institutes Canada’s (CICan) 2020 Outstanding Partner in recognition of its important contribution to the post-secondary education sector, providing valuable... Read More
June 24, 2020
CICan celebrates student creativity with its 2020 Art Showcase
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is thrilled to celebrate the creativity and talent of six student artists following the results of its 2020 Student Art... Read More
June 19, 2020
Celebrating and committing to Indigenous success
On National Indigenous Peoples Day Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) joins all Canadians in recognizing and celebrating the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of... Read MoreMay 19, 2020
CICan announces its 2020 Award of Excellence recipients
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) has announced the recipients of its 2020 Awards of Excellence, celebrating the extraordinary contribution of individuals and highlighting the role of these... Read More
May 13, 2020
Leveraging international education for a globally connected and prosperous Canada
Canadians understand the importance of welcoming individuals from all around the world to our country. Canada is a desirable destination for trade, travel, study and immigration. We know that our... Read MoreApril 22, 2020
New measures to support students affected by COVID-19
Many Canadians are facing unprecedented financial challenges because of COVID-19 and students are no exception. Not only have their studies been disrupted, but many have lost part-time jobs and are... Read MoreMarch 6, 2020
Realizing Canada’s vision for a greener future
Canada needs to act now if we have any hope of enjoying a sustainable future with an innovative green economy that values environmental stewardship. For educators, that means ensuring green campuses... Read More