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Algonquin College launches two Indigenous Studies programs

On Monday, March 31, Indigenous community leaders and Algonquin College faculty introduced two new Indigenous Studies programs to beFaculty and guests gather at the launch of the two new Indigenous Studies programs on March 31 available to learners this fall.

The one-year Indigenous Studies Foundation Inuit, Métis, and First Nations certificate and two-year Indigenous Studies Diploma launch in September 2025.

“These programs for Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners offer opportunities for those wishing to find employment in public, private, non-profit and government sectors that engages with Indigenous communities or within Indigenous community organizations and businesses,” said Claude Brulé, Algonquin College President and CEO. Continue reading →

March 31 is Indigenous Language Day

March 31 is National Indigenous Language Day, a time to honour the rich linguistic heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada.text bubble with words Indigenous Language Day March 31 in the bubble

There are more than 70 Indigenous languages in Canada.

Algonquin College takes pride in its commitment to making Indigenous Knowledge and Truth and Reconciliation an integral part of the institution’s culture. Continue reading →

Public Relations program celebrates 40th anniversary of student fundraising

Students, alumni, faculty and guests gather in the Observatory at the Ottawa Campus.

Students, alumni, faculty and guests gather in the Observatory at the Ottawa Campus.

Algonquin College’s Public Relations (ACPR) program has had an extensive community impact in the National Capital Region over the past 40 years. Students have raised nearly $600,000 for a range of community organizations, from the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre and CHEO to the Ottawa Network for Education, the Ottawa Food Bank and the African-Canadian Association of Ottawa.

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