Portage 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.
Sacred Turtle Woman Healing Center and Portage College Announce Strategic Partnership
The Sacred Turtle Woman Healing Center (STWHC) and Portage College are partnering to enhance addiction and mental health support services while providing unique educational opportunities for students. This collaboration offers hands-on work placements for Portage College's human services students, integrating academic learning with real-world experience. The partnership will also develop tailored education plans and post-treatment programs, improving client care and graduate employability.
Portage College Awarded Significant Increase in CALP Grant and Additional Funding for Targeted Reading Instruction
Portage College has secured increased CALP funding of $607,446 annually from June 2024 to June 2027. Additionally, $20,000 from the Peter Gzowski Foundation will support adult reading instruction, and $90,000 from the St. Paul/Elk Point Economic Development Alliance will enhance newcomer support services. These funds will improve literacy, digital skills, and support services for adult learners.
City purchases hangar to house aircraft maintenance school
The City of Cold Lake has purchased a hangar at the Cold Lake regional airport, with the intention of turning it into an instructional space for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering School.
Portage College’s Annual Golf Tournament Raises $23,400 to Support Student Scholarships
The annual golf tournament hosted by Pembina Pipeline Corporation raised an impressive $23,400 for the Portage College Scholarship Endowment.
Portage College Launches Pre-Apprenticeship Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Program
Exciting news! Portage College is thrilled to introduce a new Pre-Apprenticeship program tailored for aspiring Heavy Equipment Technicians.
Portage College Celebrates Significant Donation to Power Engineering Lab at Lac La Biche Campus
Flowserve has donated a control valve to the Power Engineering program, giving students the advantage of managing steam flow with this modern piece of equipment.
Advanced Education supports the Portage College St. Paul Campus Right-Sizing Project with a $198,211 Grant.
The $198K grant will enable Portage College to effectively plan and determine the necessary design, operational, and support features for delivering programs in the future.
Research Reveals Disparity in Social Work Support in Health & Senior Care between Urban and Rural Alberta
A two-year study by Portage College and Northern Lakes College unveils a gap in the availability and training of social workers across senior care settings in Alberta. The study's recommendations emphasize the urgent need for action to prioritize social and emotional care in rural areas and advocate for enhanced social work education tailored to address these disparities.
Portage College Launches Digital Document Wallet, MyCreds™
Effective today, Portage College students and graduates will now have 24/7 direct access to transcripts via the MyCreds™ platform