Fast Facts

 

Focused on Student Success

Dedication to student success is Algonquin College’s guiding principle and is demonstrated through the quality of its programs, employees, the continual expansion of its facilities and by forging strategic partnerships. Every action since the College was established has been to ensure students have access to the education and skills training demanded by the marketplace to launch a rewarding career.

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology was established in 1967 and was named after the First Nations people who lived in the area. Algonquin College was formed from the merger of the Eastern Ontario Institute of Technology, established 1957, and the Ontario Vocational Centre, established 1965. The College celebrates 51 years as a leader in post-secondary education and has undergone significant growth since its establishment and continues to grow today. All three physical Algonquin College campuses have recently completed major expansion projects. The Perth and Pembroke campuses have built all-new facilities and the Ottawa Campus now features a new and innovative DARE District and Library.

Mission and Vision Statement

Mission:

To transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success.

Vision:

To be a global leader in personalized, digitally connected, experiential learning.

Core Values

Caring

We have a sincere and compassionate interest in the well-being of the individual.

Learning

We believe in the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth and development.

Integrity

We believe in trust, honesty and fairness in all relationships and transactions.

Respect

We value the dignity and uniqueness of the individual. We value the equity and diversity in our community.

Algonquin College Executive Team (ACET)

  • Claude Brulé – President & Chief Executive Officer
  • Julie Beauchamp – Senior Vice President, Academic
  • Grant Perry – Acting Vice President, Finance and Administration
  • Krista Pearson – Vice President, Student Services
  • Kin Choi – Vice President, Human Resources
  • Mark Savenkoff – Vice President, Advancement
  • Tracy McDougall, Director, President’s Office & Communications
  • Kristine Dawson, Associate Vice President, Experiential Learning and Innovation
  • Complete Organizational Chart

Schools and Institutes

For a full list of schools and institutes, please visit: algonquincollege.com/future-students/programs/schools-and-institutes

 

Student Support Services

For a full list of Student Support Services, please visit: algonquincollege.com/studentsupportservices

Residence Life

In Residence Life we work together with you to help you develop skills needed to become an independent and strong individual.

By promoting your personal and academic growth we extend the educational experience beyond the classroom and lecture halls. You choose how you wish to be involved!

Getting involved in Residence is easy, whether you enjoy social activities with your friends, helping others with academics, being part of the team by joining in athletics and recreation, or making changes for everyone by being active in student leadership. It’s all here and it’s all for you!

Visit algonquincollege.com/residence/residence-life/ to learn more about Residence Life at Algonquin College.

 

Notable Alumni and Faculty

Jason Blaine: Country music star
Jon Cassar: Emmy-winning Hollywood producer and director of the TV series 24
James Cybulski: TSN Reporter
Janice Dean: Fox News Weather Specialist
Jon Dore: Comedian
Collin Douma: Senior Vice President, Global Digital Planning Director at BBDO New York
John Geleynse: Director, Technology Evangelism at Apple Inc.
Tom Green: Comedian
Dave Hale: CEO of Soshal Group, Marketing Magazine 30 Under 30 (2012)
Sue Holloway: Medal-winning Olympian, Kayak, and first woman to ever compete at the Winter and Summer Olympics
Neil MacDonald: CBC Washington Bureau Chief
Ian Millar: Medal-winning Olympian, Equestrian
Larry O’Brien: Former Mayor of the City of Ottawa (2006-2010), businessman
Dan O’Toole: FOX Sports TV anchor
Angie Poirier: Majic 100 Morning Show Co-Host and CTV Ottawa Morning Live Co-Host
Veronique Rivest: Second best sommelier in the world (2013), top female finalist ever in the competition
Stuart “Stuntman Stu” Schwartz: Majic 100 Morning Show Co-Host, Ottawa Senators home game announcer
Peter Tilley: Executive Director, Ottawa Mission
Michelle Valberg: Award winning Canadian photographer

Visit algonquincollege.com/alumni to learn more.

Facilities Management

Ottawa Campus Site Area: 370,340 square metres
Pembroke Campus Site Area: 56,296 square metres
Perth Campus Site Area: 49,498 square metres

Algonquin Going ‘Green’

  • First Canadian College to sign the Talloires Declaration.
  • Signed the Association of Canadian Community College’s Pan-Canadian Protocol for Sustainability on Earth Day 2009.
  • All planned future facilities will be built to LEED standards. Currently, four Algonquin College buildings are LEED certified.
  • Annual Sustainability Day and first ever Sustainability Week in 2013.
  • Multiple energy savings contracts undertaken in Ottawa to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas production.

Visit algonquincollege.com/sustainability to learn more.

Applied Research and Innovation

Algonquin College consistently ranks as one of Canada’s Top Research Colleges, as determined by Research Infosource.

Visit www.researchinfosource.com to learn more.

Areas of Applied Research:

  • Biotechnology (proteomics, genetics, agriculture)
  • Business (marketing, planning)
  • Construction and Building Sciences (advanced construction, structural components)
  • Culinary (product development)
  • Design and media (user experience design, community journalism, social media for business)
  • Energy (wind, solar, SmartGrid, conservation)
  • Environment (water monitoring/testing/treatment, Geographical Information Systems, forestry)
  • Health and community (education, medical devices, health care administration, massage)
  • Information and Communications Technologies (wireless, photonics, computer studies)
  • Manufacturing (mechanical, electrical, photonics)
  • Public security (emergency notification, safety)

Funding Partners:

  • Academic Health Council
  • Canadian Institute for Photonic Innovation
  • Colleges Ontario Network for Industry Innovation (CONII)
  • CORAL CEA
  • FedDev
  • Industrial partners

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

  • NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program

Ontario Centres of Excellence

  • Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
  • Ottawa Technology Transfer Network

Precarn

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Centre

  • Talent First Network

Member of:

  • Association of Canadian Community Colleges
  • Colleges Ontario Heads of Applied Research
  • Colleges Ontario Network for Industry Innovation
  • Eastern Ontario Manufacturers Network
  • Polytechnics Canada

Athletics

Varsity Teams

Algonquin in Ottawa

Algonquin College is located in the Nation’s Capital and the Ottawa Valley. Ottawa’s population is 994,000 and offers many of the perks of a smaller town. Algonquin College is only minutes away from hundreds of kilometers of bike and recreational pathways, parks and natural areas. Ottawa is home to the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for winter skating and summer boating and recreation. Being in a large city, Algonquin College is only minutes away from urban and cultural amenities, including prime shopping, sports and athletics, museums, a wide range of restaurants and festivals. Algonquin College is on a major transit hub which students and employees use to travel across Ottawa.

Algonquin in Pembroke

Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley is located in Pembroke, on the banks of the Ottawa River. Pembroke is a gateway to Algonquin Provincial Park and is surrounded by hundreds of kilometers of natural areas, forests and waterways. Pembroke is home to world-class whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, boating, camping and hiking. Known as the Heart of the Ottawa Valley, Pembroke is home to Canada’s largest outdoor art gallery and is officially registered as Hockeytown Canada. Prime shopping, museums and festivals round out some of Pembroke’s great amenities.

Algonquin in Perth

Algonquin College Heritage Institute’s campus is located just one hour from Ottawa in the historic Town of Perth. Perth is only minutes away from provincial and municipal parks and the Tay River for summer and winter activities. Perth has plenty of festivals to choose from all year round, is full of cultural and historical amenities through its architecture, boutique shopping and museums and has been dubbed the prettiest town in Ontario.

AC Online

AC Online is the newest campus at Algonquin College, launched at the end of 2019. It serves all demographics, from learners right out of high school to working professionals who want additional qualifications or training. Students can choose from 80+ full-time or part-time programs and 800+ courses. Our offerings range from interest courses to credentialed offerings such as certificates, diplomas and graduate certificates. Our courses provide unprecedented flexibility. Learners are able to get their education anytime, anywhere — in the morning or night, in Ottawa or from the other side of the world.

Algonquin Abroad

Algonquin College aspires to develop and empower globally-minded learners with the skills and experience to build sustainable, diverse communities. The International Education Centre at Algonquin College is a hub of activities supporting international education both in Canada and abroad. Our in-Canada and offshore employees in regional offices support our professional training, recruitment, mobility and exchanges and capacity development activities.

Visit algonquincollege.com/international to learn more.