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an institution of higher education providing technical, applied, hands-on learning; offering applied degrees, diplomas, certificates and apprenticeship training; fuelling business innovation with applied research expertise

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Our policy advocacy revolves around federal priorities where polytechnic education is best positioned to offer impactful solutions. Strong connections to and partnerships with employers mean our members are developing the innovation-enabled talent Canada needs.

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Interested in learning more about the polytechnic advantage? Our resources bring the polytechnic model of education to life with examples of initiatives and partnerships underway across our member institutions.

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Access Tomorrow’s Talent Today

Access Tomorrow’s Talent Today

News Articles
How Applied Research Can Support a Business-Led Recovery

How Applied Research Can Support a Business-Led Recovery

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Unprecedented employment disruption calls for a new approach to skills training

Unprecedented employment disruption calls for a new approach to skills training

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We Need to Start Giving Soft Skills More Credit

We Need to Start Giving Soft Skills More Credit

Policy Papers & Submissions
2021 – Finance Canada Pre-Budget Submission

2021 – Finance Canada Pre-Budget Submission

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Now is the time to upskill and reskill

Now is the time to upskill and reskill

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On the radar: polytechnics delivering 21st century talent for Canada’s aerospace sector

On the radar: polytechnics delivering 21st century talent for Canada’s aerospace sector

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Investments in education and training infrastructure critical to Canada’s long-term recovery

Investments in education and training infrastructure critical to Canada’s long-term recovery

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Best practices in Indigenous education and what it means for Canada’s recovery

Best practices in Indigenous education and what it means for Canada’s recovery

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A green recovery means addressing food insecurity

A green recovery means addressing food insecurity

Best Practices, Resources
Supporting Indigenous Inclusion at Canada’s Polytechnics

Supporting Indigenous Inclusion at Canada’s Polytechnics

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Connecting work to education should be priority beyond pandemic

Connecting work to education should be priority beyond pandemic

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Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk@CCCMatMohawk·
16 Apr

Thanks to @PolyCan for hosting this important discussion - how can we prepare the workforce for a #lowcarbonfuture? Looking forward to hearing from Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery members @ronmckerlie @MohawkCollege @bcit and @RRC. Thurs April 22 @1pm EST. Link below! https://twitter.com/PolyCan/status/1382670517249966081

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Larry Rosia@larryrosia·
16 Apr

Proud to have Guy Kawasaki and David Usher as keynote speakers at THINK 2021: The Future of Work, Innovation & Learning Conference on Thursday, May 6th. Check out this great virtual conference here.

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Polytechnics Canada@PolyCan·
15 Apr

Join us for a post-budget discussion about how polytechnics and colleges stand to contribute to Canada’s resilient recovery. Our line-up of speakers will discuss the sector’s role in a greener future. #GreenEconomy #ClimateAction
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/talent-for-a-resilient-recovery-registration-150079747565?aff=C2R2TW15APR21

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