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Smiling elderly man wearing a brown cap and glasses, signing on a tablet at a checkout counter.

Portage College scholarship honours memory of community, college and environmental supporter
Three people sit among tall grasses in a forest; one person films while two others converse.

Funding announced for Portage College Fungal Firefighters research project in Fox Creek  
Two men posing and smiling in front of a black curtain; one in camouflage uniform with a patch, the other in a navy polo with a purple lanyard nearby.

Portage College introduces Military Coins of Achievement 
People gather outside Portage College, waving red-and-white and orange banners on a sunny day.

Truth and Reconciliation Day events hosted by Portage College and Lac La Biche County
Large gymnasium set up for a banquet with many round tables, attendees eating and socializing under black curtains and decorative garlands

Portage College 2026 President’s Award of Excellence recipients recognized
Closeup image of grad cap during convocation ceremony.

Portage College Receives $4.8 Million in Government of Alberta Expansion Funding to Grow High-Demand Programs
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Ancient civilization links discussed by Spanish archeologists at Portage College presentation
Graduation ceremony at Portage College: graduates in black gowns with purple stoles, facing the stage as faculty present diplomas on a purple backdrop.

Portage College and Lac La Biche County partnership offers 50% tuition reduction to local residents and high school grads
Four adults in business attire pose together in a workshop, with a Canadian flag and a green PraCan banner in the background.

Federal funding and support to help energy, aviation and training sectors in the Cold Lake region
Teacher stands at the front of a classroom as students raise hands to answer a question in a bright, active learning scene.

New Portage College program addresses teacher shortages
Person in a purple polo faces a speaker lineup at an outdoor event with Portage College Voyagers banners in the background.

Portage College sports season in full swing
People painting a large colorful mural on a hallway wall using ladders, with cartoony mountains and figures in bright greens, purples, and blues.

Murals, Exhibitions, and Galleries: Portage College Arts Programs Wrap Up a Year of Creativity  
People wearing welding helmets watch a person welding at a workshop bench.

Portage College and Aspen View schools bring Trades to students
Student with teacher in classroom

Historic Milestone: Portage College Approved to Offer First Bachelor’s Degree
Smiling woman holding a large pink poster that reads 'David's memories' with lemon drawings and lemonade icons on a stage.

Portage College joins Community Futures for “Lemonade University”
Group of people in a welding shop wearing helmets and protective gear, giving thumbs up to the camera.

Portage College opens programs to regional students
Group of diverse people posing together in a gymnasium, with a large video screen showing a man in glasses in the background.

Portage College President welcomed to Treaty 6 at unique Indigenous ceremony in Lac La Biche
Group of people wearing hats listening to a man speaking in a field, with row crops and a tractor under a canopy on the right.

Portage College and Lakeland College formalize partnership to strengthen agricultural research in the region

‘Backbone’ employees recognized at Portage College

Portage College Cultural Day promotes global connections

Four women honoured at this year’s Portage College Blanket Ceremony

Awards night for sports at Portage College

Volunteer cooks dish up 200 turkey dinners to Portage students and families

Young students visiting Portage College get hands-on lessons for Trades and artisan careers

Portage College students earn Métis scholarships

Portage College students from Africa find friendship a world away

Educational Round Dance links young and old, past and present

Panel from GOA, Industry, County and College talk with local audience  

Voyageurs advance to ACAC semifinals – local watch parties planned
Lac La Biche Portage Campus building in winter

Provincial Budget 2026/27 Announced for Portage College

‘Be loud … bring friends’ – The Voyageurs are in the playoffs

CFB Cold Lake upgrades could boost regional economy and Portage training

Valentines and Voyageurs, love and learning at Portage College

Heart Month in February at Portage College

Red Seal certified hairstylist Hunter Ray says her Portage College education was a cut above the rest

Portage College helps sport-tourism in the region

Mental Health Week puts focus on moments of wellness time

“Night” and “Day” events link Portage students to helpful services

Portage College ‘It’s About You’ promotion earns spot in awards showcase

New home for Portage College students at Saddle Lake Cree Nation

Portage Voyageurs host Team China for two hockey games
St. Paul Housing Building

Portage College announces St. Paul campus renovation plan for Fall 2026

Portage College cultural space concept wins 2025 Canadian Architect Award of Excellence

Meet and greets, burger flipping, NHL faves, all part of busy schedule for new Portage College President

Portage Joins Amii’s AI Workforce Readiness Program

Portage College reaffirms commitment to St. Paul community

New conservation officers for Western Canada trained at Portage College

Portage researcher looks for more links between military and education

Each year, the small village of Colinton transforms into a busy training area for Portage College paramedics

Portage College Business students earn top spot in global Sim-world challenge

Portage College welcomes new President and CEO Stephen Price
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Portage College’s YouTube video featuring late Métis Elder Elsie Quintal has topped 100,000 views two years after it was first posted on the site.
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