Posted on Monday, August 18th, 2025
Algonquin College’s Library has launched a new Indigenous Studies Subject Guide, a carefully curated collection of resources designed
to support both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners.
Developed in collaboration with Kerry Potts, Indigenous Pedagogy and Curriculum Consultant, and faculty from the Indigenous Studies department, this guide supports the launch of the College’s two new Indigenous Studies programs debuting this fall: Indigenous Studies and Indigenous Studies Foundations – Inuit, Métis, and First Nations. This guide serves as a gateway to discover, explore, and deepen your understanding of Indigenous knowledges, cultures, histories and contemporary issues. Read more >
Posted on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Welcome to our monthly blog series, Dr. Amy’s Animal Corner with Dr. Amy Brown, DVM. Dr. Brown is the Facility Veterinarian for the Algonquin College Veterinary Learning Centre & Clinic and is a Professor in the Algonquin College Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant Programs.
Each month, you will get a sneak peek into some of the information our students learn while studying in the Veterinary field, learn more about our Veterinary programs, and get the opportunity to check out the animals that we help facilitate for adoption.
HEAT STROKE IN DOGS, CATS & HORSES: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
When summer temperatures soar, our animals rely on us to keep them cool and safe. Heat stroke—a dangerous, potentially fatal condition caused by overheating—can affect pets of all shapes and sizes, from the dog at your side to the horse in your pasture.
But did you know that heat stroke doesn’t look the same in every species?
Understanding the differences and similarities in how dogs, cats, and horses experience and respond to heat is key to preventing emergencies. Here’s how these beloved animals cope with rising temperatures—and what you can do to protect them.
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Posted on Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Students showcase their culinary creations, including cookies, guacamole and Pico de Gallo. (DJ Porter/NYA)
Participants from the Northern Youth Abroad (NYA) Next program have returned to Algonquin College to learn life skills and receive individual career coaching. Open to Nunavut and the Northwest Territories youth aged 16-22, NYA Next students reside at the Ottawa Campus for several weeks in July while taking classes in the applied trades and live as a post-secondary student. The twenty-three students in this year’s cohort will leave the program with high school credits, career preparedness and volunteer experience.
NYA Next participants gain valuable experience in constructions skills and culinary arts, where they learn to construct dog houses and mix recipes for cookies, guacamole and Pico de Gallo. New this year is the addition of welding, automotive, music, horticulture and finance classes.
An NYA Next participant practices welding under the watchful eye of an instructor. (DJ Porter/NYA)
Participants transplant elephant ears (and dodge worms!) at the Horticulture Gardens.
Automotive class is a new addition to the NYA Next program. (DJ Porter/NYA)
More information about the NYA Next program can be found on the NYA website.
