Press Release Department: Non-Governmental - Association of Canadian Community Colleges

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges and Brazil’s National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) have agreed to develop and strengthen their collaboration in technological cooperation, including in applied research. Association president and CEO, Denise Amyot, and CNPq president, Glaucius Oliva, signed a Memorandum of Understanding recognizing the importance of supporting applied scientific and technological … Read more

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges honoured Bow Valley College president and CEO, Sharon Carry, with the presentation of its Distinguished Service Award for her service and dedication to higher learning throughout Canada. The full release is available online. Call 613-746-2222 x 3123. The Association of Canadian Community Colleges honoured Cégep Marie-Victorin director general Nicole Rouillier … Read more

Final preparations are in place for the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) 2013 Annual Conference, June 1-3, in Penticton, British Columbia. Hosted by Okanagan College and sponsored by Workbay.net, Ideas Uncorked will provide an opportunity for delegates to share exemplary practices and innovations. Delegates will explore post-secondary education in new ways, examine trends and … Read more

James Knight, president and CEO of the Association of Canadian Community Colleges, issued a statement regarding the National Research Council transformation. "The transformation of the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) into an industry-focused research and technology organization is a positive shift for colleges. The federal government’s efforts to bridge technology gaps and build a … Read more

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) Board announced that it has named Denise Amyot as the new president and CEO of the association, effective June 4, 2013. Amyot most recently served as president and CEO of the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation, where she built on her track record of leadership excellence by … Read more

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) released two reports that showcase the impressive innovations and applied research outcomes that colleges are delivering in partnership with small and medium-sized enterprises and community partners. Smart Investments for Business, supported by the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) in collaboration with the Social Sciences and Humanities … Read more

James Knight, president and CEO of the national association representing Canadian colleges, institutes and polytechnics (Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) released a statement following the tabling of budget 2013 in the House of Commons. “Federal commitments in Budget 2013 will encourage a reduction in barriers to Canada’s economic success, while maximizing the talents and … Read more

Canada’s colleges, institutes and polytechnics (Association of Canadian Community Colleges) have long advocated for greater investments that support skills development, so that every resident of Canada is equipped for employment in today’s economy. The Association of Canadian Community Colleges is looking for increased financial commitments in the 2013 federal budget that enhance: advanced skills development; college … Read more

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges says that Canada’s small- and medium-sized businesses are increasingly turning to colleges, institutes and polytechnics for innovative solutions that increase economic growth and drive employment. A new study confirms a record number of applied research partnerships between colleges and private companies or community organizations in 2011-12. More than 24,000 … Read more

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges commends the Aerospace Review Committee for its recognition of the importance of strengthening the aerospace workforce and the role of small businesses in Canada's aerospace ecosystem. Thirty association member colleges and institutes across Canada offer a wide range of programs related to the aerospace industry including aircraft and avionics … Read more