Posted on Monday, December 15th, 2025
On Dec. 15, 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released their final report titled “Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for
the Future”. The report issued 94 Calls to Action for reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Algonquin College is proud to reflect on more than a decade of reconciliation efforts inspired by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. Guided by Indigenous voices, the College has introduced programs, services, and partnerships that expand supports for Indigenous learners, integrate Indigenous knowledge into curriculum, and create spaces that honor Indigenous cultures and traditions. A report of our work over the past decade can be read here. Read more >
Posted on Monday, December 8th, 2025
Dinh Nguyen (Danny) Nhu and Maria Montano at Summit 2025.
Researchers at the Human-Centered Design Lab recently presented their findings on a first-of-its-kind study outlining the challenges faced by 2SLGBTQI+ international students in Ottawa. Research associates Dinh Nguyen (Danny) Nhu and Maria Montano shared key insights at Summit 2025, an annual conference hosted by the Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) which focuses on the health of 2SLGBTQI+ people.
Funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada via the Algonquin College Research and Innovation Development Institute, the project, titled ‘Addressing the Vulnerabilities of 2SLGBTQI+ International Students in Ottawa’ explores the gaps and challenges experienced by 2SLGBTQI+ international learners. Read more >
Posted on Friday, December 5th, 2025
On Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, learners, employees and DARE6 partners enjoyed a morning of storytelling with Albert Dumont. 
Dumont is a poet, storyteller, speaker and an Algonquin traditional teacher. He was born in the Algonquin Territory of Kitigan Zibi.
With the backdrop of the beautifully decorated Nawapon Christmas tree, adorned with handmade Indigenous ornaments, Albert Dumont shared Indigenous tales about caring for the environment, empathy, looking out for others, reacting in certain situations and the importance of communication. Read more >
