2023 Year in Review: Algonquin College Print Stories

Algonquin College made the news many times in 2023. Here are a few of our favourite stories from the past year.

Print

Oct. 11, 2023 – Ottawa Business Journal – Algonquin College launches new building conservation degree program in Perth.

Sept. 22, 2023 – The Bahama Journal – BTVI partners with Algonquin College.

June 29, 2023 – The Kingston Whig Standard – New Indigenous Medicine Wheel Garden dedicated at Algonquin College in Pembroke.  

April 24, 2023 – Ottawa Business Journal – Community builder: Algonquin College to grant honorary degree to construction, real estate icon Jim Taggart.  

March 4, 2023 – Ottawa Citizen – Chilly Polar Plunge warms hearts at Algonquin College Saturday.

Feb. 3, 2023 – Ottawa Citizen – Continue to make public health a priority after the pandemic, panelists say.


2023 Year in Review: Algonquin College TV & Radio Stories

Algonquin College made the news many times in 2023. Here are a few of our favourite stories from the past year.

Television

Dec. 8, 2023 – CBC Ottawa spoke to Skills for Success participants at the graduation event on Dec. 8 (34:16).

Dec. 6, 2023 – CTV News Ottawa – CTV News captured the first, second and third place announcements at the RE/ACTION In-Class Projects Showcase, held at the Ottawa Campus on Dec. 5. View the clips at the links and minute marks below: 

Nov. 2, 2023 – CTV News – Getting Ready for the Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction Awards.

April 16, 2023 – CTV News – Algonquin College hosts military open house in Pembroke, Ont.

Feb. 10, 2023 – CPAC – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Addresses Nursing Students in Ottawa.

Jan. 25, 2023 – CTV News Ottawa – Algonquin College hosts mental health discussion on Bell Let’s Talk Day.

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New recipients of the Canerector Foundation Scholarship for 2023-24

Sixteen new recipients have been named Canerector Foundation Scholars for the 2023-24 academic year. These students are from manufacturing, transportation and construction programs offered at our three campuses.

This scholarship program was established to help increase the recruitment and skills shortages, not only in Ontario, but across Canada. It is open to level 1 students entering into one of thirteen eligible Algonquin College programs. Recipients will receive $1,000 per term, up to a maximum of $4,000. Along with financial support, this mentorship program provides wrap-around support facilitated by a program staff lead, who helps students navigate their specific situation and achieve their program objectives. This extra support increases the recruitment, retention, and employability of students.

Congratulations to the 2023-24 fall Canerector Foundation Scholars:

  • Jing Huan Iris Hui – Heritage Carpentry and Joinery (Perth)
  • Charlie Watt – Carpentry and Renovation Techniques (Pembroke)
  • Andrew Rochette – Carpentry and Renovation Techniques (Pembroke)
  • Chase Kerr – Electrical Engineering Technician (Co-op and Non-Co-op Version)
  • Jameel Ferzli – Electrical Engineering Technician (Co-op and Non-Co-op Version)
  • Tanner Williamson – Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
  • Dannon Ingram – Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
  • Owen Ketcheson – Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
  • Yourri Jean-Baptiste – Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
  • Colin Zoubek – Aircraft Maintenance Technician
  • Olivia Harnisch – Aircraft Maintenance Technician
  • Patrick Flegel – Mechanical Engineering Technician
  • Shane Float – Motive Power Technician – Diesel Equipment and Truck
  • Kirsten Molten – Motive Power Technician
  • Pascal McCaffery – Building Construction Technician
  • Diane Hubert – Cabinetmaking and Furniture Technician

The Canerector Foundation is a registered, non-profit Canadian charitable organization founded in 2019. The foundation has donated more than $2.7 million to worthy Canadian charities in the housing, education, food insecurity and healthcare sectors nationwide and worldwide.

For more information, visit Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades.