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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

Our Priorities for Canada’s Growth

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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Latest News & Resources

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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Unprecedented employment disruption calls for a new approach to skills training

Unprecedented employment disruption calls for a new approach to skills training

Opinions
Now is the time to upskill and reskill

Now is the time to upskill and reskill

News Articles
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

News Articles
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

Opinions
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

News Articles
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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A resilient workforce is Priority 1

A resilient workforce is Priority 1

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Time to take out Canada’s innovation toolbox

Time to take out Canada’s innovation toolbox

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Innovating and leading in the new normal

Innovating and leading in the new normal

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Reimagining education for a digital world

Reimagining education for a digital world

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"This year’s International Women’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on women." Our latest blog discusses how 🇨🇦 polytechnics are well-positioned to help women re-enter and fill gaps in the workforce. #IWD2021

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Women are under-represented in several technical occupations. Learn how Canadian polytechnics are addressing this shortfall: https://polytechnicscanada.ca/resources/best-practices/canadas-polytechnics-the-skilled-trades/ #IWD2021 #InternationalWomensDay

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Jamie Merisotis@jamiemerisotis·
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10 ways education and training needs to change https://www.businesschief.com/human-capital/opinion-educating-and-training-workforce-future @Business_Chief #highered #educationequity #HumanWork

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