An in-person event taking place November 23 - 25, 2024 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. For more information, please visit: www.highereducationsummit.ca.
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Ontario’s public colleges play a vital role in advancing the province’s nuclear sector. Through hands-on, industry-aligned programs in power engineering, radiation safety, skilled trades and technology, colleges are preparing the next generation of highly skilled professionals for careers across the nuclear supply chain.
Sixty years ago, premier Bill Davis planted seeds for one of Ontario’s greatest success stories — the public college system. Today, that vision has stood the test of time.
Ontario’s colleges support the provincial government’s plan to protect Ontario and strengthen the province’s resilience and workforce, as outlined in today’s budget.
Colleges Ontario is encouraged by targeted investments in construction-related skilled trades training and support for small, rural and northern colleges — two key priorities in our 2025 pre-budget submission.
Dennis A. Darby, president and CEO of the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters; Maureen Adamson, interim president and CEO of Colleges Ontario; and Steve Orsini, president and CEO of the Council of Ontario's Universities, have co-signed an open letter. The letter highlights the importance of ensuring Ontario has the next generation of workers to protect the manufacturing critical industry and secure Ontario’s jobs.
Events
The Premier's Awards gala celebrates Ontario's outstanding college graduates. For more information please, visit: www.co-awards.org.