Now that you know what a polytechnic does, we bet you want to know where a polytechnic model of education is offered.
Located in key economic regions, polytechnics contribute to a more innovative, productive and globally competitive Canada. Institutions are developing multi-disciplinary talent pipelines – nurturing both technical and employability skills across a broad range of credentials, from four-year Bachelor’s degrees and graduate certificates to shorter-duration diploma programs and apprenticeships in the skilled trades.
Polytechnics Canada members also have considerable depth and capacity to partner with industry on applied R&D. The facilities, equipment and expertise to support applied research projects make our institutions a destination for employers seeking support with new processes, technology adoption, commercialization and more.
In the news
At BCIT, researchers are combining Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) – better known as “drones” – with a field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) known as “computer vision” to try to prevent forest fires, which causes up to $400 million in damage each year across Canada. The work requires developing and fine-tuning machine learning models that can accurately detect and predict forest fire risks.
Humber Polytechnic’s rename and its new brand, Builders of Brilliance, highlights the polytechnic’s new vision for the future – leading the definition, discovery, value and possibilities of polytechnic education. Firmly rooted in its 50+ year history, Humber Polytechnic is looking to 2030 and beyond in combining deep theoretical knowledge and hands-on, industry responsive education and training to produce job-ready graduates.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s (KPU) presence was stronger than ever this Pride Season. Students and employees showed their pride in a number of community celebrations over the summer, including the Vancouver Pride Parade. Trina Prince, Manager of Culture and Wellbeing in the Office of Equity and Inclusive Communities (OEIC), says KPU’s involvement demonstrates solidarity to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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