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In an effort to address the challenge of youth not in employment, education or training (NEET), the Embark Student Foundation has awarded $400,000 to support the Social Innovation Lab at Algonquin College. This grant will fund the Transdisciplinary Approach to Service Transformation in NEET (TASTE), a long-term initiative to design, pilot and evaluate innovative approaches to reactivate NEET youth to education. The TASTE initiative will use community-based research and community-engaged learning approaches to address the needs of specific subgroups in the young NEET population, who are at a significant risk of poverty and social exclusion. By leveraging the College’s resources and facilities, TASTE aims to deepen the understanding of NEET subgroups and develop novel approaches to help these young people overcome barriers to success.

A new vision for applied education amid major shifts in technology, our economy and communities was shared today at the unveiling of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Real Futures fundraising campaign. The world is changing, and SAIT is changing with it to ensure students have the skills needed to succeed and industry has the talent needed to thrive. SAIT is launching Real Futures backed by unprecedented donor support. With more than $100 million of the campaign’s $150 million goal raised, the campaign’s out-of-the-gate success speaks to SAIT’s strong relationships with key industry and community leaders. By welcoming the community to join SAIT in taking a bold step forward, the institution will deliver on a promise to harness fresh perspectives and reimagine education through new technologies, spaces and ideas.

George Brown College has received Advocate level recognition from the City of Toronto’s Green Will Initiative (GWI), marking a significant step in the institution’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. GBC was recognized for its leadership in reducing emissions and promoting energy efficiency in Toronto. This achievement stemmed from several key initiatives, including sharing building performance data and actively participating in the GWI’s collaborative events. Participation in the Green Will Initiative has provided professional development benefits beyond environmental improvements. The college has gained access to valuable training programs through the Canadian Institute of Energy Training, including courses in energy engagement strategies, strategic energy management and building operator efficiency training.