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At Algonquin College we’re on a mission to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success. We understand that success looks different for everyone, and that each person’s journey is paved with its own set of challenges.

Understanding the individual nature of one’s journey also means providing individualized support for the challenges one faces. From bursaries to training sessions, Algonquin College is committed to providing 2SLGBTQ+ community members and allies with tailored supports that go beyond rainbow logos, pink t-shirts, and public diversity statements to address individualized needs.

In honour of Pride Month, we’ve compiled a list of Algonquin College resources that can help ensure every member of the AC community – form student to staff – has a safe and positive College experience. Continue reading →

Spotted on campus– Bear. Wolf. Blue Jay. Moose. Deer.

If you recently visited the B, C, or D buildings you may have noticed several large murals vividly depicting five Indigenous animals. These are the work of Miskomin Twenish, a local self-taught Algonquin artist from the Kitigan Zibi community, and 2018 Algonquin College graduate.

“When I make art, I want it to be uplifting,” said Twenish. “I like colours that are bold, bright, vibrant and alive. I wanted to make sure to do that with this project while working with the schools colour theme, because it’s nice to see bright colours in a school and in public spaces.”

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Those visiting the Four Corners, B, C, or D Buildings may soon discover Bear, Wolf, Blue Jay, Moose or Deer.

The vibrantly coloured murals were installed this week as part of an Indigenous pathways wayfinding project. These are the work of Miskomin Twenish, a local self-taught Algonquin artist from the Kitigan Zibi community, and 2018 Algonquin College graduate.

The murals are part of a larger wayfinding project. Names were provided by the Indigenous Education Council in order of cultural significance and each pathway was assigned a colour for wayfinding and signage accents. Signage has been created by Algonquin’s Marketing team, using inspiration from the current wayfinding system, DARE district aesthetics and existing Indigenous themes on campus.

More information about is available at https://www.algonquincollege.com/tri/indigenous-pathways/