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February 27, 2018

Budget 2018 empowers colleges and institutes to fuel Canadian innovation and inclusive growth

Ottawa, February 27, 2018 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is excited to see new funding in Budget 2018 for research and innovation, including for the critically important College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program. This will help fuel the growth of applied research in institutions across the country and generate new innovation partnerships that benefit businesses, students and their communities. The CCI will receive $140 million over 5 years, as part of substantial investments in research and innovation via new support for the granting councils and the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI). This, coupled with increased funding and program changes... Read more

February 22, 2018

Budget 2018: Support for applied research is needed to meet the government’s skills and innovation goals

Ottawa, February 22, 2018 – Having launched several initiatives over the last year that clearly place skills and innovation at the forefront of the federal government’s agenda, the time has come for Ottawa to provide additional support to college and institute led applied research. This remains the main preoccupation of colleges, institutes, cegeps and polytechnics across Canada who are looking to Budget 2018 for recognition of the critical role they play in the country’s innovation ecosystem. Despite clear growth in research activity, colleges and institutes are only able to access roughly 2.5% of federal research funding. This is simply not... Read more

September 30, 2016

Fast-Tracking Inclusive Innovation for a Successful Canada | Capitalizing on the Assets of Colleges and Institutes

CICan applauds the launch of the Government of Canada’s Innovation Agenda and the opportunity to provide input on behalf of its members across the country. We welcome the invitation to contribute to the design of a broad, national action plan that will foster a confident nation of innovators, put Canada on the path to long-term economic growth and maintain its status as one of the best places in the world to live. CICan members look forward to playing a central role in both the development and the implementation of this action plan.

August 18, 2016

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Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance’s Pre-Budget Consultations

August 10, 2016

Pre-budget Consultations – 2017 Federal Budget Canada’s Colleges and Institutes – Skills and Innovation for Inclusive and Broad-based Growth in Canada

Canada’s colleges, institutes, cégeps and polytechnics play a pivotal role in ensuring that Canada is “innovation ready,” providing students with the knowledge, advanced skills and work experience needed to maximize employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. They reach over 3,000 communities in urban, rural and remote areas from coast to coast to coast, serving young people, adults requiring skills upgrading, Indigenous peoples, post-secondary graduates seeking specialized skills and work-integrated learning, newcomers to Canada and many more. These institutions serve 1.5 million learners with an extended reach that directly impacts the lives of one in eight Canadians. In 2014/15 alone, those who attended colleges and institutes generated $130.3 billion in added income through their higher earnings and... Read more

September 20, 2015

CICan shares its election priorities

Ottawa, September 14, 2015 – Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) shared its key priorities today ahead of the upcoming federal election. These include simple and straightforward recommendations for Canada’s leaders that would contribute to the country’s long-term prosperity. Following consultation with its members and key partners representing over 40 sectors, Colleges and Institutes Canada has identified the following four priorities for implementation by Canada’s political leaders: • Support Canadian innovation by increasing funding for college and institute applied research. • Meet the needs of Canadian employers and communities by investing in college and institute infrastructure and equipment. • Support reconciliation... Read more

September 14, 2015

Budget 2016 Priorities: Expanding Employment Opportunities for Canadians

Expand employment opportunities for Canadians by investing in better labour market information, apprenticeship completion and the employability of youth Better Labour Market Information Misalignment of skills development and demand across Canada has consequences for employers, recent graduates and unemployed or displaced workers. Impacts vary across the country as well as across and within sectors. Canada needs a deliberate and coordinated approach to labour market information to target education and training investments more effectively, facilitate labour market transitions, support labour mobility and meet specific sector needs.

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September 14, 2015

Budget 2016 Priorities: Applied Research and Innovation

Support Canadian innovation by increasing funding for college and institute applied research Colleges and institutes enhance innovation by undertaking applied research that leverages their strong connections to industry and communities. These institutions provide talent, creative ideas and facilities that generate economic and social gains. In the past year alone, colleges and institutes worked with over 6,300 partners in all sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop new or adapted products, services, technology and processes. College and institute students are an integral part of applied research activity. Students gain relevant applied research experience through interactions with industry and community partners... Read more

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August 27, 2015

Sustaining Economic Growth and Prosperity: Skills Development and Innovation | Pre-Budget Consultations – 2015 Federal Budget

Colleges and Institutes Canada recommendations focus on maximizing opportunities for skills development and labour market participation for all Canadians. Integration of youth, vulnerable groups, and immigrants into the labour market through colleges and institutes is essential for addressing skills gaps.

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