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Read about new labs and state-of-the-art facilities, partnerships, accreditations and more. Get a glimpse of hands-on learning opportunities at Â鶹ֱ²¥, and see how Â鶹ֱ²¥ grads are making a difference!

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Precision Skills student rises to top of his trade and starts local career

Ethan McCallum has made a name for himself in his trade in just two years at Â鶹ֱ²¥, and recently had the chance to compete at WorldSkills in France.

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New Â鶹ֱ²¥ art exhibition examines Indigenous, colonial histories

Alumna Aylan Couchie will showcase some of the art she created at Â鶹ֱ²¥, new pieces and a series of woodworking created by her late grandfather.

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Denturism helps your career – and people’s smiles – shine brighter

Brianne Chaloner chose to study at Â鶹ֱ²¥ because she wanted to pursue a career in health care. The Denturism advanced diploma helped get her there.

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Precision Skills student rises to top of his trade and starts local career

Ethan McCallum has made a name for himself in his trade in just two years at Â鶹ֱ²¥, and recently had the chance to compete at WorldSkills in France.

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New Â鶹ֱ²¥ art exhibition examines Indigenous, colonial histories

Alumna Aylan Couchie will showcase some of the art she created at Â鶹ֱ²¥, new pieces and a series of woodworking created by her late grandfather.

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Denturism helps your career – and people’s smiles – shine brighter

Brianne Chaloner chose to study at Â鶹ֱ²¥ because she wanted to pursue a career in health care. The Denturism advanced diploma helped get her there.

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New Â鶹ֱ²¥ micro-credential empowers educators to use artificial intelligence

The introductory micro-credential is geared to educators at all levels of experience and comfort with AI.

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Â鶹ֱ²¥ students design groundbreaking ski technology in ARC Skis and Boards collaboration  

Skiers could soon have skis with new, innovative designs meant to enhance performance and durability, thanks to a student-led project.

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Â鶹ֱ²¥ student explores diverse Indigenous communities in Australia

Lauryn Edwards was one of eight Indigenous Â鶹ֱ²¥ students to go on the trip of a lifetime to Australia to learn and exchange knowledge.

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Indigenous Â鶹ֱ²¥ students travel to Australia after unique virtual learning project

The project’s heavy focus on virtual reality further showcases how Â鶹ֱ²¥ is a recognized leader in immersive educational technology.

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People of Â鶹ֱ²¥: Decorating expert champions changemaking as professor

Meet Mary Dobson, professor in Â鶹ֱ²¥â€™s Interior Decorating program.

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Â鶹ֱ²¥, Elizabeth Fry launch motorcycle pilot program to help youth ‘changing course’  

The Changing Course pilot program aims to support local youth facing barriers to postsecondary education or meaningful employment.  

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OPP training exercise at Â鶹ֱ²¥â€™s Orillia Campus highlights community collaboration

About 15 students also volunteered for the exercise as simulated victims, with prosthetic injury makeup supplied by St. John Ambulance.

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Student refugee builds new life in Canada

June 20 is World Refugee Day and we connected with Luay to hear about their experience and time so far in Canada.

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Â鶹ֱ²¥ unveils 1972 VW Westfalia students retrofitted as electric vehicle

The project also aligns with Â鶹ֱ²¥â€™s commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

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