News Archive
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Portage College and Athabasca County Collaborate to Enhance Work-Integrated Learning for College Students
December 17, 2024Portage College and Athabasca County have partnered to enhance work-integrated learning opportunities for students and provide access to micro-credential programs for County employees and Councillors. This collaboration supports workforce development and educational excellence, fostering hands-on learning experiences and lifelong skill development.
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Portage College Co-Leads National Military Credential Recognition Through CMVF3C
December 16, 2024Portage College is co-leading military credential recognition through the Canadian Military, Veteran & Family Connected Campus Consortium (CMVF3C). By offering programs like Military PLAR and Military to Business Pathways, the College supports Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and their families in translating service experience into academic achievements and civilian career success.
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Portage College Receives Three-Year Grant from Alberta Law Foundation to Support Public Legal Awareness
December 12, 2024Portage College’s Public Legal Education Program receives a $590,216 grant from the Alberta Law Foundation to expand legal awareness and support for rural and Indigenous communities.
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Portage College Celebrates Métis Week with Events Across Campuses and Communities
November 7, 2024Portage College commemorates Métis Week with events honouring Métis culture, history, and the legacy of Louis Riel.
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Portage College and Lac La Biche County Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Gym Jam
November 6, 2024Portage College and Lac La Biche County celebrate a decade of Gym Jam, a free monthly program fostering family fun, community connections, and active play.
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Portage College to Raise Treaty 6 Flag in Ceremony Honouring Commitment to Reconciliation
November 2, 2024Portage College will hold a Treaty 6 flag-raising ceremony at the St. Paul Campus to honour its commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous partnerships.
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Portage College enters an exciting new partnership with Riipen.
October 3, 2024Portage 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.
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Portage College Launches Ambulance Simulator
September 25, 2024Portage 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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Portage College Launches New Addictions Counselling Program with Government Funding
September 19, 2024Portage College announces a new Addiction Counselling program funded by the Government of Alberta, enhancing its educational offerings and addressing crucial healthcare needs.
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Portage College Builds Partnership with Canadian Armed Forces
September 6, 2024Portage College is proud to announce a new partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces to enhance educational opportunities for military personnel. This collaboration will provide veterans access to specialized programs designed to meet their unique training needs. While highlighting a commitment to supporting the professional development of military personnel it is also a significant step forward in delivering high-quality education and training to those who serve our country.
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.