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Cabinetmaking students craft custom hotdog stand for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark

Hands-on skills with real-world application and impact. That’s the power of community and connections creating opportunities for learners to highlight their skills.

Earlier this year, the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark approached John McKinlay-Key, Program Coordinator, Cabinetmaking, with a unique request. The embassy was seeking a custom pølsevogn, hotdog stand, for an event on June 2 to commemorate 80 years of diplomatic relations with Canada.

Cabinetmaking students pictured with their Program Coordinator John McKinlay-Key, inside the completed hotdog stand.

Cabinetmaking students pictured with their Program Coordinator John McKinlay-Key, inside the completed hotdog stand.

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Strengthening bonds at Pikwakanagan

Group shot gathered at Pikwakanagan

The day after Algonquin College launched the Nìgàn initiative, over 75 partners from Nokia Canada and PCL Construction came together at the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation community on June 2, 2026, for a day of volunteering and learning.

This year, in addition to Nìgàn partners, Algonquin College employees were able to attend to participate in activities that included sanding, staining and painting bleachers, raking, tree cutting and clearing and gardening projects throughout the Pow Wow grounds and community.

Knowledge Keepers Paul Nadjiwan and Barry Sarazin spoke with the attendees, shared stories and answered questions.

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Algonquin College Wins Gold at Skills Canada National Competition

Learner Tom Hoy wins gold

Algonquin College is celebrating a national championship after learner Tom Hoy earned a Gold Medal in Network Systems Administration at the 2026 Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC), held May 28 and 29 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto.

Hoy represented Team Ontario at the national competition after capturing gold in IT Network Systems Administration at the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition earlier this spring. His national victory places him among the top skilled trade and technology competitors in Canada and highlights the exceptional talent being developed through Algonquin College’s hands-on, industry-focused learning environment.

“Tom’s achievement is an outstanding accomplishment and a testament to his dedication, technical expertise and commitment to excellence,” said Julie Beauchamp, Senior Vice President, Academic at Algonquin College. “We are incredibly proud to see him represent both Algonquin College and Ontario on the national stage and return home with a gold medal. His success reflects the strength of our learners, faculty and industry-connected programs.”

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