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Winter Weather Statement – February 20, 2026

Environment Canada predicts that between 5 to 10 cm of snow will fall in the Ottawa region starting at 3:00 pm today and continuing into the evening – this resulting in reduced visibility.

Please be advised that all Algonquin campuses will remain open, with regular operations. Any change to that status will be communicated through email, social media, Brightspace, and the Algonquin College website.

Recognizing that weather conditions can change, we advise learners and employees to stay informed by monitoring the Environment Canada weather updates and travel advisories for Ottawa, Pembroke, and Perth.

We encourage everyone to prioritize safety. Plan extra travel time for commuting to and from Algonquin campuses. Where possible, we recommend the use of public transportation and if you must drive, please exercise caution on highways, roads, walkways, and in parking lots.

Your Safety Matters!

— Algonquin College Risk Management

Meet Rayene Djeghri, An Algonquin College Heart Hero

February is Heart Month. Cardiovascular Technology student.

Meet Rayene Djeghri, a current student in Algonquin College’s Cardiovascular Technology program.

“My passion for healthcare has always run in my veins. I was raised in a large medical family, where caring for others was not just a profession, but a way of life. From a very young age, however, one organ stood out to me more than any other: the heart. The heart has always fascinated me as the true organ of life; one single beat has the power to sustain every other system in the body. Its precision, rhythm, and responsibility captivated my curiosity long before I knew it would shape my career. Continue reading

Beyond the classroom: Broadcasting faculty & alumni at the 2026 Olympics

Michelle Young, Broadcasting – Television and Streaming Video alumna and faculty member, pictured at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Games.

Michelle Young, Broadcasting – Television and Streaming Video alumna and faculty member, pictured at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Games.

Broadcasting – Television and Streaming Video professor Matthew McCooeye is an example to learners that you can make your dreams a reality. McCooeye was asked to join the CBC team to produce Olympic curling events for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Games. He previously worked on the rowing and canoe sprint events in Paris 2024 and men’s and women’s Olympic hockey in Sochi 2014, PyeongChang in 2018, and Beijing in 2022.

Canadian sports broadcasting plays an important role in the media to share event highlights and athletes’ stories with the public.

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