Danielle Allard to perform at Bluesfest

Algonquin College professor Danielle Allard is known for making beautiful music, art and videos. Instructor by day, musician by night, thisDanielle Allard performs with her guitar singer/songwriter will be performing at this summer’s annual Ottawa Bluesfest at the Barney Danson Theatre on July 5 at 8 p.m. Read more >


Help shape the conversation – Strategic Plan 2025-2030

With the current Algonquin College Strategic Plan concluding in 2025, the College is embarking on an exercise over the next 12 months to provide a bold vision and direction for Algonquin College in a time when the post-secondary education sector is facing many challenges and increasing competition.

We are now looking for feedback from the Algonquin College community, and beyond, to identify the relevant topics, themes and opportunities that should be explored in our strategic planning. To get involved, we invite you to complete a short, summary survey to let us know what you see as important to the future of Algonquin College and the success of its graduates.

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Diane McCutcheon, Vice President, Human Resources, celebrates retirement after 34 years of service

With rousing tributes, including a musical sendoff from her team, Diane McCutcheon celebrated her retirement after serving as the Vice President, Human Resources at Algonquin College for the past five and a half years – and an AC career spanning 34 years.

Well wishers, including many returning AC retirees, gathered in Nawapon to toast Diane, who was joined by her husband and children for the celebration. Over her multi-decade career at the College, she has provided leadership and strategic direction in the development of the organization’s human resources strategy for nearly six years. She led, coached and mentored a group of human resources professionals who add value and deliver a high standard of services that align to Algonquin College’s Strategic Business Plan. Diane served as a strategic advisor to the president and Board of Governors on human resources matters. Read more >