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October is Occupational Therapy Month

OTA/PTA student standing outsideOctober is Occupational Therapy Month. At Algonquin College, we proudly offer the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant program. Occupational Therapist Assistants play a vital role in supporting the assessment, planning and implementation of therapeutic care across a variety of healthcare environments. The versatile set of skills, learned and applied throughout our program at Algonquin College, are becoming increasingly valuable as the demand for both healthcare and rehabilitation services continue to grow.

Meet Elspeth Jordan, an Algonquin College student studying in the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant program. Read about Elspeth’s experience in the program: Continue reading →

New Programs for a Future-Ready Career 

New Programs for a Future-Ready Career 

There’s never been a better time to start your journey at Algonquin College. With an exciting lineup of new programs launching across a variety of disciplines, you’ll find more opportunities than ever to build in-demand skills, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for a meaningful career in a rapidly evolving world. 

Whether you’re interested in business, technology, design, engineering, or sustainability, these new programs are designed to help you turn your passion into a profession. 

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Algonquin College Pre-Service Firefighter Students Claim First Responder Challenge Victory at 2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull

The Algonquin College School of Wellness, Public Safety and Community Studies proudly sent a team of 10 students from the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training to participate in the 2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull, organized by the Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation in support of Epilepsy Ottawa and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. The event brought teams from across the region together to demonstrate strength, teamwork, and community spirit while pulling a 10+ tonne Ottawa Fire Services truck.Algonquin College Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Students pulling a rope as part of the Ottawa Fire Truck Pull

Competing as the Fire Puff Wolves, the team represented Algonquin College in the Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge, which welcomes firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and those training for careers in emergency services.

The Fire Puff Wolves delivered a strong performance and earned bragging rights by defeating their friendly rivals, La Cité Incendie 2026/2027, in their race. The result highlights the dedication, teamwork, and competitive spirit of Algonquin College’s future public safety professionals.

Beyond the competition, the event provided an opportunity for students to connect with the broader first responder community while supporting important charitable causes. Congratulations to the Fire Puff Wolves and the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program for representing Algonquin College with pride and embodying the College’s commitment to community engagement, leadership, and service.

Learn more about the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program at Algonquin College.