Dear Algonquin College Community,
As we prepare to gather around our tables with family and friends this coming long weekend, we are reminded of the many things for which we are grateful. In this spirit of gratitude, I want to extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you this Thanksgiving.
This time of year is not only an opportunity to reflect on the blessings in our lives but also a moment to appreciate the incredible impact that Algonquin College has on the communities we serve.
The four-corners washroom in A Building
Algonquin College is proud to announce a significant milestone in its commitment to inclusion, diversity and breaking down barriers within the College community. Facilities Management has recently completed extensive renovations to multiple washrooms on the Ottawa Campus, culminating in the creation of inclusive, all-gender and universal washroom facilities, as well as the first deliberately designed and constructed all-gender washrooms in College-owned facilities.
This project has been in the works since 2022, with the overarching goal of fostering inclusivity across campus. A dedicated working group was formed to identify the diverse needs of the College community, including learners, employees and the public who use our facilities. Collaborating with consultants, we set ambitious standards for these all-inclusive washrooms, incorporating valuable lessons learned from the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre project completed in 2021.