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RE/ACTION: Virtual Applied Research Showcase on April 9

The Algonquin College of Applied Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship will be hosting its RE/ACTION: Virtual Applied Research Showcase on Friday, April 9, 2021.

RE/ACTION features innovative applied research projects undertaken by students in collaboration with industry, institutional and community partners. Each project offers a glimpse into leading-edge technology or research that could profoundly impact our future.

April’s virtual showcase will feature the top five teams selected from over 75, who will present their projects to a panel of industry professionals during a live Zoom meeting. The judges will then have the opportunity to ask the team questions before retiring to a breakout room to decide on first, second, and third place winners. Continue reading RE/ACTION: Virtual Applied Research Showcase on April 9

Message from the President – April 01

Dear Colleagues and Learners:

This afternoon, the Premier announced that Ontario would move into a 28-day province-wide shutdown on the province’s COVID-19 response framework as of Saturday, April 3 at 12:01 a.m.

Our campuses can continue to operate under the new restrictions – similar to the previous Ontario shutdown that ended in early February.

While the vaccine rollout strategy is well underway, our communities are now dealing with a third wave of COVID-19 – as evidenced by rising case rates, rising hospital ICU admissions and the increasing emergence of variants of concern. Continue reading Message from the President – April 01

COVID-19 Safety Protocol Reminder

Dear Colleagues and Learners:

We are taking this opportunity to remind all members of the College community of the importance of the need to continue practicing all of the COVID-19 infection prevention and control measures.

While the vaccine rollout strategy is well underway, our communities continue to deal with the threat of a third wave of COVID-19 and we are currently seeing rising case rates and the emergence of variants of concern, which bring additional complexities and concerns. The circumstances in Ottawa are grave and it is entirely likely that increased restrictions will be implemented in the coming days. Perth Campus is still operating in the Red Zone of the reopening framework and our Pembroke Campus is operating in the Yellow Zone. Continue reading COVID-19 Safety Protocol Reminder

Yordas Group Impressed by Industry-Ready Algonquin Students

In a year when its business has been inundated with pandemic-related work, the Yordas Group has been turning to Algonquin College to find students trained to be industry-ready.

Dr. Giselle Vincett, Vice President North America for UK head-quartered Yordas Group, said the last year has been particularly busy thanks to a proliferation of pandemic-related products that clients want to market around the world.

“I call it the year of ‘biocides’… hand sanitizer, disinfectants. We have been overwhelmed with requests for applications on things like that,” said Dr. Vincett, who works from Hamilton. Continue reading Yordas Group Impressed by Industry-Ready Algonquin Students

Message from the President – March 25

March 25, 2021

Dear Colleagues and Learners,

The ongoing rise in Ontario COVID-19 cases and hospital ICU admissions are a clear reminder of the need for our continued vigilance in the face of this pandemic – especially when engaging in any kind of activity outside of our households. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to keeping our college community healthy and safe.

As you may be aware, Ontario has introduced less restrictive capacity guidelines for restaurants in its red-control zone – allowing for 50% capacity for indoor dining spaces subject to appropriate social distancing and table capacities. This change impacts food service operations at our Ottawa Campus (you can review current capacity details here). Continue reading Message from the President – March 25

Ontario budget invests in training, facility maintenance and new equipment

The Ontario government’s 2021 budget includes multiple investments in post-secondary education, including $21.4 million for a new Virtual Learning Strategy, and funding for facility maintenance and new equipment.

The Provincial Budget, Ontario’s Action Plan: Protecting People’s Health and Our Economy, was released on March 24. It included several measures to bolster the post-secondary sector, including expanding OSAP to students in eligible programs at Indigenous Institutes and in micro-credential programs. Post-secondary spending included $493 million in capital funding over three years – starting in 2021–22 – to help colleges and universities across Ontario address the ongoing need for the maintenance, renovation and modernization of their facilities. Continue reading Ontario budget invests in training, facility maintenance and new equipment

Ontario Supports Colleges and Universities Impacted by COVID-19

The Ontario government is providing up to $8.4 million to help Algonquin College address the financial impacts of COVID-19.

The funding, announced Friday, is part of $106.4 million to help publicly assisted colleges and universities address the financial impacts of COVID-19. The up to $8.4 million portion allocated to Algonquin will help the College with costs incurred due to the pandemic – and offset decreases in tuition and ancillary revenues. Overall, the College saw a $25 million drop in net contribution from its approved budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

The College’s pandemic-related expenses included Personal Protective Equipment, additional security, cleaning and technology costs to accommodate remote learning and working — including ITS help desk costs, Zoom licenses and other software applications. The College also incurred costs to increase the number of sections in some programs to cap in-class enrolments and accommodate social distancing on campuses. Continue reading Ontario Supports Colleges and Universities Impacted by COVID-19

Message from the President – March 18

Dear Colleagues and Learners,

Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, Ottawa is moving into the red-control zone on Ontario’s pandemic response framework as of Friday, March 19 at 12:01 a.m. (Pembroke and Perth Campuses continue to operate in the less restrictive yellow-protect zone.)

Ottawa’s status change, announced Thursday by the provincial government, increases various local restrictions relating to gatherings and capacity for a range of facilities. (You can review the full list of red zone restrictions here.) Continue reading Message from the President – March 18

Algonquin College Advancement VP Named ‘Professional of the Year’

Mark SavenkoffAlgonquin College’s Vice President Advancement, Mark Savenkoff, has been recognized with the 2021 ‘Professional of the Year Award’ by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

“This recognition acknowledges the generosity of our donors and the pride demonstrated by our graduates during an unprecedented year,” he said.

Savenkoff, who joined the College in 2019 as its first Vice President of Advancement, attributes his success to the hard work of his team and the vision and leadership of College President and Chief Executive Officer, Claude Brulé. Continue reading Algonquin College Advancement VP Named ‘Professional of the Year’