Meet Canada's largest post-secondary education network.

Our work strengthens Canada’s publicly supported colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, and polytechnics. And the reach of our network is unmatched.

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Accelerating Reconciliation

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Boosting Innovation

Building Campuses of the Future

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Deepening Global Engagement

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Growing Talent for the 21st century

News

March 9, 2023
The latest edition of CICan’s SDG toolkit highlights college and institute best practices in sustainability
March 6, 2023
Canadian Post-secondary Institutions Come Together During SDG Week Canada to Share Best Practices for a Sustainable Future
March 2, 2023
Colleges and Student Leaders Call on the Government of Canada to Invest in College Applied Research
February 28, 2023
Colleges and Institutes Canada Announces the Departure of Long-Time President and CEO, Denise Amyot
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Events

April 4, 2023
Colleges and Institutes Canada – Copyright Survey Webinar
April 13, 2023
Career Launcher Internships Info Session
April 18, 2023
Learn how to receive up to $10,000 to hire a first-year apprentice!
April 23 - 25, 2023
World Congress 2023 | Collective Intelligence
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From the blog

March 23, 2023

A national standard means the care economy is a bit easier to navigate (SDGs 3 & 8)

Addressing labour shortages in the long-term care sector is about more than just recruiting workers. Educators, employers, and workers themselves all need tools to help reduce skills gaps, better understand... Read more

What's happening at CICan

Career Launcher Apprenticeships

Career Launcher Apprenticeships

Receive up to $10,000 to hire a first-year apprentice in a Red Seal construction or manufacturing trade.

Upcoming Leadership Institutes

Upcoming Leadership Institutes

Leading in the ever-evolving landscape of post-secondary education requires strong skills and tools to be effective and successful.

World Congress 2023

World Congress 2023

Hosted jointly by CICan and the WFCP, the World Congress is the largest event of its kind and brings together postsecondary leaders from around the world to discuss, share, and expand our collective intelligence.

Building Capacity in Long-term Care

Building Capacity in Long-term Care

Building Capacity in Long-term Care (BCLTC) supports and strengthens the sector by mobilizing Canada’s colleges and institutes to address acute labour shortages.

Perspectives LIVE Season 3

Perspectives LIVE Season 3

Back by popular demand and bringing experts right to your screen! We’re ready to tackle the biggest questions of the year, to take a look at how our world has changed, and see what still remains in store.

Read our 2021-2022 annual report

Read our 2021-2022 annual report

Canada needs leadership and colleges and institutes are stepping up to futureproof their communities. They continue to redesign programs and delivery methods to meet evolving conditions and workforce needs, and to ensure that more Canadians are given the chance to meaningfully contribute to a more prosperous future.