Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology

Adopting a Collaborative Approach to Close the Cyber Skills Gap

Canadian polytechnics are equipped with applied research spaces and cutting-edge equipment to train the next generation of technology leaders. To advance Canada’s cybersecurity education, Fanshawe partnered with the Cyber Security Research, Development and Training Centre at JAMK University of Applied Sciences in Finland. This cooperative agreement provides Fanshawe with a world-class Cyber Range, designed to offer students immersive, hands-on experience to combat cyber threats. Fanshawe’s partnership also contributes to an international knowledge-sharing ecosystem, fostering long-term opportunities with JAMK and enhancing capabilities in cybersecurity education, research and skills development.

Learn how Fanshawe is at the forefront of Canadian cybersecurity education.

Mobilizing Talent Through Innovative Infrastructure

Collaboration between education and industry has always been central to polytechnic institutions, offering students practical learning opportunities, mid-career upskilling and innovative applied research. Fanshawe College’s Innovation Village embodies this mission. The facility includes cutting-edge spaces such as the Diane Blake Centre of Excellence in XR focusing on integrating extended reality into education and applied research labs dedicated to building technology.

Innovation Village also features spaces like the Canada Life Village Square for presentations and collaboration, learning and pitch rooms where students can connect with industry and the Kalihwíy̲o̲ Circle, dedicated to Indigenous students and communities.

Learn more about the significance of Innovation Village.