Sept. 29, 2026, Ottawa, ON – Throughout September, Algonquin College welcomed learners, employees and community partners to a diverse series of events and learning opportunities that honoured Truth and Reconciliation and demonstrated the College’s ongoing commitment to Indigenization.
“Truth and Reconciliation is not a single day or month at Algonquin College. It is an ongoing commitment to listening, learning, building relationships and creating spaces where Indigenous cultures, languages, histories and ways of knowing can thrive,” said Anita Tenasco, Director of Indigenous Initiatives at Algonquin College. “The activities we hosted throughout September reflect our continued work to support Indigenous student success, strengthen cultural understanding and engage learners, employees and partners in meaningful conversations and actions that advance reconciliation.”
While the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation serves as an important moment for reflection and learning, Algonquin College’s efforts to advance Indigenous perspectives, cultures, languages and ways of knowing are embedded throughout the year. This past month’s programming brought together students, employees and Nìgàn partners through educational experiences designed to deepen understanding, foster meaningful connections and celebrate Indigenous knowledge.
The month featured the launch of a student-focused podcast highlighting the experiences of Indigenous students at Algonquin College. Through personal stories and reflections, the podcast provides a platform for Indigenous voices while helping the broader College community gain a deeper understanding of the student experience.
Another key initiative was the arrival of the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada, developed by Canadian Geographic Education and the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. Installed as an interactive learning resource, the Atlas offers opportunities to explore Indigenous histories, cultures, languages and contemporary realities across the country.
More than 800 students, learners, employees and visitors engaged with the Indigenous Peoples Atlas during its time on campus.
The College also launched a new interactive land acknowledgement activity at the Algonquin College Early Learning Centre. Designed to engage young learners in age-appropriate ways, the activity introduces foundational concepts related to Indigenous Peoples, community, land and belonging.
Language revitalization and learning continued through the launch of the seventh iteration of the Kwey Indigenous Language Series. Available to employees and learners, the more than 100 videos focus on practical vocabulary, colours, numbers and everyday greetings, providing participants with meaningful opportunities to engage with Indigenous languages and cultures and to allow for an easy way to support Indigenous language revitalization.
September programming also included a Powley Day presentation delivered in partnership with the Métis Nation of Ontario, offering participants the opportunity to learn about the significance of the Powley decision and its impact on Métis rights and identity in Canada.
At the Mamidosewin Centre, ongoing Inuit Culture Visits welcomed learners, employees and community members to learn about Inuit culture, traditions and contemporary experiences through conversation and cultural sharing. The Mamidosewin Centre has also offered traditional dance teachings and ongoing lessons to Indigenous students.
As part of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation programming, the College will welcome award-winning writer, educator and commentator Niigaan Sinclair for a special keynote and discussion.
These events were made possible through collaboration with Indigenous learners, employees, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community organizations and Nìgàn partners.
Through initiatives such as language learning, cultural programming, educational resources, community partnerships and student storytelling, Algonquin College continues to advance its commitment to Indigenous success and Indigenization throughout the year.
About Algonquin College The mission of Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology is to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success. Algonquin College, an Ontario public sector community college, does this by offering hands-on, digitally connected, experiential learning in close to 170 programs. Algonquin College is the largest polytechnic institute in Eastern Ontario, with campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke, with fully online programming delivered through AC Online.
The Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education’s $50,000 donation has established two new financial aid funds with the goal of removing financial barriers, rewarding student effort and promoting academic excellence in engineering at Algonquin College. Special consideration will be given to candidates who identify as women, non-binary, gender-diverse, or who may come from otherwise underrepresented groups in engineering.
Algonquin College and the Kanata North Business Association are joining forces this week to bring industry leaders, innovators, alumni and partners together at Hub350 for two events focused on strengthening connections between the College and Kanata North’s technology community. The week features Innovation Exchange: Connecting Ideas, Talent and Opportunity, bringing together industry and innovation leaders, and Alumni Exchange, connecting alumni with careers, leadership and industry.
“The best way to prepare for what’s next is to build it together. As opportunities grow in national defence, advanced technologies, cybersecurity and other emerging sectors, Algonquin College is working alongside industry, government and community partners to develop the talent, skills and research capacity needed to support innovation and growth,” said Julie Beauchamp, Senior Vice President, Academic.
As learners settle in for the Fall 2026 term, Algonquin College is welcoming a strong demand for on-campus accommodation, with the College’s residence building now at capacity and a short waitlist in place.
Partnership advances AI literacy and future-ready skills for learners
Sept. 16, 2026, OTTAWA, ON – Algonquin College is taking another step in preparing learners for the future of work through a new partnership with Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute), one of Canada’s national artificial intelligence institutes. By joining Amii’s AI Workforce Readiness Consortium, the College will provide students and employees with access to leading AI literacy resources, practical learning opportunities and a national network dedicated to building the skills needed to succeed in an AI-enabled economy. Continue reading Algonquin College joins national AI workforce readiness consortium
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On Thursday, Aug. 6, Minto Hall in the Algonquin College Centre for Construction Excellence was abuzz with excitement as learners from the School of Advanced Technology displayed their concepts and technical skills in the Spring edition of the Project Showcase.
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