Taylor Resendes is an ER nurse from Sylvan Lake who is taking the Advanced Care Paramedic program at Portage College because she has seen first-hand how well-trained the program's graduates are. Resendes and her step-dad, Cory Christopherson, are both in the two-and-a-half-year program and say they continue to be impressed by the outstanding training offered at Portage College. [...]Read More... from ER nurse says Portage College Paramedic grads are so good, she and her step-dad enrolled in the program
ER nurse and her step-dad say Portage Paramedic program is one of the best
A full-time ER nurse and her step-dad say they chose Portage College for Advanced Care Paramedic training because they heard good things through word-of-mouth ... and because she sees the quality of the Portage College training in the Emergency Room where she works. [...]Read More... from ER nurse and her step-dad say Portage Paramedic program is one of the best
Portage College staff roll into volunteer events
Staff at Portage College are part of many volunteer groups in their communities. Together the College and the community work on shared projects and events. [...]Read More... from Portage College staff roll into volunteer events
Portage College staff roll along with community volunteer spirit
A recent bowling event to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters is another example of College staff supporting community initiatives [...]Read More... from Portage College staff roll along with community volunteer spirit
Portage College Assists Keyano College in Expanding Primary Care Paramedic Education
Portage College and Keyano College expand Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) education in Northern Alberta. This collaboration adds 12 student spots to Portage College’s PCP program, with lab work at Keyano College. The initiative addresses the growing demand for paramedics in the community. Applications are accepted through Portage College. [...]Read More... from Portage College Assists Keyano College in Expanding Primary Care Paramedic Education
Portage College is thrilled to announce the launch of our newest program, the Kinesiology and Sports Studies Diploma.
Introducing the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diploma, offering local students a unique opportunity to gain expertise in fitness, health promotion, and sport sciences, with pathways to rewarding careers in wellness and healthcare. [...]Read More... from Portage College is thrilled to announce the launch of our newest program, the Kinesiology and Sports Studies Diploma.
Portage College students benefit from $75,000 contribution to endowment fund made by Métis Education Foundation
A long-serving endowment fund that provides financial awards to Métis students attending Portage College is getting a $75,000 boost.Provided by the Métis Education Foundation Endowment Fund, the awards represent a continuing partnership between Portage College, the Métis Education Fund, the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, and the Rupertsland Institute. The endowment fund has provided financial awards to Portage College students each year since 2009. [...]Read More... from Portage College students benefit from $75,000 contribution to endowment fund made by Métis Education Foundation
Portage College Voyageurs leave lasting impression on WHL’s Izzy Abougouche
Lac La Biche's Ismail Abougouche is playing for the Tri-City Americans in the WHL.The 6'3" 200-pound defenceman has an on-ice presence, but the 19-year-old is also active off the ice, helping youth in the community. He remembers when the Portage College Voyageurs hockey players hosted community events to help him as a young skater - and now he's doing the same for the next generation of players. [...]Read More... from Portage College Voyageurs leave lasting impression on WHL’s Izzy Abougouche
Twin sisters share fields of study and fields of play at Portage College
The 20-year-old students from Cold Lake are identical twins and are both about to complete the 20-week Emergency Medical Responder program at Portage College. [...]Read More... from Twin sisters share fields of study and fields of play at Portage College
Pipe Ceremony begins recruitment process for new Portage College president
A sacred Pipe Ceremony was held at Portage College recently, combining Indigenous tradition with the process to select the next President and CEO. [...]Read More... from Pipe Ceremony begins recruitment process for new Portage College president