AC research highlights challenges faced by 2SLGBTQI+ international students in Ottawa

Posted on Monday, December 8th, 2025

Two people stand in front of an informative poster at a conference

Dinh Nguyen (Danny) Nhu and Maria Montano at Summit 2025.

Researchers at the Human-Centered Design Lab recently presented their findings on a first-of-its-kind study outlining the challenges faced by 2SLGBTQI+ international students in Ottawa. Research associates Dinh Nguyen (Danny) Nhu and Maria Montano shared key insights at Summit 2025, an annual conference hosted by the Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) which focuses on the health of 2SLGBTQI+ people.

Funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada via the Algonquin College Research and Innovation Development Institute, the project, titled ‘Addressing the Vulnerabilities of 2SLGBTQI+ International Students in Ottawa’ explores the gaps and challenges experienced by 2SLGBTQI+ international learners. Read more >

Winter solstice marked early with Indigenous folklore

Posted on Friday, December 5th, 2025

On Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, learners, employees and DARE6 partners enjoyed a morning of storytelling with Albert Dumont. Group photo from Solstice storytelling

Dumont is a poet, storyteller, speaker and an Algonquin traditional teacher. He was born in the Algonquin Territory of Kitigan Zibi.

With the backdrop of the beautifully decorated Nawapon Christmas tree, adorned with handmade Indigenous ornaments, Albert Dumont shared Indigenous tales about caring for the environment, empathy, looking out for others, reacting in certain situations and the importance of communication. Read more >

Kwey – School of Business and Hospitality

Posted on Tuesday, November 25th, 2025

As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language onAnita Tenasco campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language.

For people passionate about entrepreneurship or delivering unforgettable guest experiences, the School of Business and Hospitality (kijewàdizi) focuses on innovation, customer service (anamikàge) and building skills that apply across many industries. Read more >