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Indigenous Ways of Knowing

To reflect our commitment to truth and reconciliation, we're proud to share the Indigenous Ways of Knowing site. This section includes information about Indigenous events, partner projects, teachings, resources and more.

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November 06, 2024

Portage College and Lac La Biche County Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Gym Jam

Portage College and Lac La Biche County celebrate a decade of Gym Jam, a free monthly program fostering family fun, community connections, and active play.

November 02, 2024

Portage College to Raise Treaty 6 Flag in Ceremony Honouring Commitment to Reconciliation

Portage College will hold a Treaty 6 flag-raising ceremony at the St. Paul Campus to honour its commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous partnerships.

October 03, 2024

Portage College enters an exciting new partnership with Riipen.

Portage College announced its partnership with Riipen to launch the Level UP program, which enhances student employability through paid, project-based learning experiences. This initiative connects students with diverse employers for short-term, remote projects while being able to apply academic knowledge in real-world contexts. Each project, totaling 60 hours, offers students the chance to complete up to three projects, earning a stipend of $1,400 each. Funded by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work-Integrated Learning (I-WIL) Initiatives program, Level UP aims to bridge the gap between education and employment, fostering critical skills for career readiness. Both Portage College and Riipen anticipate significant benefits for students and employers, promoting professional growth and community development.

September 25, 2024

Portage College Launches Ambulance Simulator

Portage College has launched a cutting-edge ambulance simulator at its Lac La Biche campus, enhancing the training experience for paramedic students. One of only five in Canada, this state-of-the-art simulator allows students to practice emergency response scenarios in a controlled, immersive environment, including drills in extreme weather conditions. The simulator, which mimics real-life driving conditions using hydraulic movements, provides invaluable hands-on experience before field placements. This unique tool supports the College’s commitment to excellence in its paramedic programs, equipping students with the skills needed for safe and effective patient care.

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We acknowledge that Portage College’s service region is on the traditional lands of First Nation Peoples, the owners of Treaty 6, 8 and 10, which are also homelands to the Métis people. We honour the history and culture of all people who first lived and gathered in these lands.
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