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Algonquin College student Olivier Niyonshima competed this past weekend at the Hult Prize Canadian finals at McGill University inOlivier competing at the Hult Prize competition in Montreal Montreal. He advanced to the national stage and described the experience as both valuable and motivating.

The Hult Prize is one of the world’s largest student entrepreneurship competitions. Each year, it challenges young innovators to build social enterprises that address global issues. The winning team receives one million dollars in seed funding to launch or scale their venture. National finalists, like Niyonshima, competed for the chance to represent their country at the global accelerator. Continue reading

National Dental Hygienists Week: Meet Arwa Buznad, an AC Dental Hygiene Student

April is Oral Health Month, and April 4–10 marks National Dental Hygienists Week! This special week is a great reminder for Canadians to prioritize their oral health and recognize how daily habits like brushing and flossing, along with regular dental visits, play a vital role in overall well-being.

To celebrate, we’re spotlighting Algonquin College’s Dental Hygiene program by sharing the stories of students currently enrolled in the program.

Meet Arwa Buznad, Arwa is currently studying to be a Dental Hygienist at Algonquin College.

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