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Confederation College Partners with SpacesShared to Enhance Student Housing Options in Thunder Bay

Confederation College partners with SpacesShared to expand affordable student housing options in Thunder Bay, fostering community engagement and intergenerational living.
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Confederation College Receives $350,000 Donation to Support Indigenous Students

Confederation College announces a $350,000 donation to fund annual scholarships for Indigenous students, supporting academic success and promoting reconciliation through education.
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Confederation College and SUCCI Unveil New Disc Golf Course

Confederation College launches a 9-hole disc golf course themed on the 7 Grandfather Teachings, supporting mental health and community wellness on World Suicide Prevention Day.
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Confederation College Launches School Year with New Program and Strong Student Turnout

Confederation College Launches School Year with New Program and Strong Student Turnout

Join nearly 3500 students at Confederation College's Thunderhawks Orientation Kickoff, featuring the new Pharmacy Technician program and a variety of fun events.
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Confederation College Unveils Storm AI and AI Use Declaration

Confederation College launches Storm AI, an AI-powered digital mascot, alongside a declaration promoting ethical AI use in marketing, enhancing creativity without replacing human effort.
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Confederation College and Prime Gelato Scoop up a Sweet Summer Partnership

Prime Gelato and Confederation College have teamed up to create a custom flavour that celebrates the flavours of Northwestern Ontario.
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Welcome Peter Myllymaa, Vice President, Finance and Administration

We are pleased to welcome Peter Myllymaa to Confederation College as our new Vice President, Finance & Administration. A lifelong resident of Thunder Bay, Peter graduated from Lakehead University in...
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Explore Confederation College’s TEC Hub: The Home of Innovation and Applied Research

Explore Confederation College’s TEC Hub: The Home of Innovation and Applied Research

Discover Confederation College's TEC Hub in Thunder Bay, a state-of-the-art facility fostering advanced learning, research, and industry collaboration in northwestern Ontario.
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Embracing Opportunities: Laura Alomia's Journey at Confederation College

Laura Alomia's journey from Colombia to Thunder Bay, Canada, highlights the transformative power of education and the myriad opportunities that come with studying abroad. Her experience at...
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Creating a space where all can participate, at any stage of life, for any reason

Confederation College students use data and GIS mapping to find areas in the City of Thunder Bay, ON where pedestrian crossovers would bring the most benefit.
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Explore Exciting Career Sampler Summer Camps at Confederation College

Join Confederation College’s Career Sampler summer camps for youth aged 10-14. Discover future career paths through fun, hands-on activities. Register now!
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Visually impaired golfer ready for first national tournament

Confederation College Alumni, Andrew Foulds is heading to Kimberley, BC, for the Canadian Blind Golf Open Championships.
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Child Care Expansion in the City of Kenora – KDSB and Confederation College sign Agreement

As part of the Kenora District Services Board (KDSB) and the Province’s plan to create 1,004 new Child Care spaces across the District over the next 4 years, the KDSB and Confederation College–Lake of...
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Confederation College Celebrates Record-Breaking Convocation Ceremonies

Confederation College commemorated a historic moment, as a record 1,180 graduating students walked the stage at the Thunder Bay Convocation Ceremonies at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium.
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Partnership for Waasigan Transmission Line Project

Chi Mino Ozhitoowin and Confederation College Announce Training Partnership for Waasigan Transmission Line Project

(Thunder Bay, ON – June 5, 2024) – Confederation College and Chi Mino Ozhitoowin signed a new agreement on Monday, May 13, launching a collaborative venture which will offer specialized training...
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Partnership for Waasigan Transmission Line Project

Chi Mino Ozhitoowin and Confederation College Announce Training Partnership for Waasigan Transmission Line Project

Confederation College and Chi Mino Ozhitoowin launch training programs for Anishinaabe communities, fostering job opportunities in the Waasigan Transmission Line project.
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Confederation College Enhances Mechanical Engineering Program with Apprenticeship Integration

(THUNDER BAY, ON – May 29, 2024) – Confederation College’s Mechanical Engineering Technician Program now includes embedded apprenticeship levels, aligning post-secondary education with in-demand trade...
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Confederation College Announces New President

THUNDER BAY, ON – May 16, 2024 – Confederation College is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Salo as the incoming President, effective September 1, 2024. Salo brings a wealth of...
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Celebrating Diversity and Success: The Journey of Lizzie Gonzalez at Confederation College

Meet Lizzie Gonzalez, a recent graduate from the Business Marketing program at Confederation College. Her journey to Canada with her family is a testament to the dreams and challenges international...
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Confederation College's Practical Nursing Program Joins BPSO Designation

(Thunder Bay, ON – May 7, 2024) – Confederation College is proud to announce its three-year pre-designation as a Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO). Confederation College’s acceptance into...
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Confederation College Celebrates Academic Upgrading Students

Confederation College celebrated the accomplishments of over 100 students today at the annual Academic Upgrading Recognition Ceremony. Academic Upgrading allows individuals to upgrade their skills and...
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Confederation College and Walkerton Clean Water Centre Forge Partnership for Water Treatment Training

Confederation College announced a collaboration with the Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC), set to improve water treatment education in Northern Ontario. This partnership brings the "Operation of...
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Confederation College Announces Opening of Sioux Lookout Northwest Employment Works

Confederation College is proud to announce the opening of the Northwest Employment Works (NEW) office at the Sioux Lookout Campus.
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Confederation College and Lakehead University Collaborate on Two In-Demand Health Care Pathways

Confederation College and Lakehead University launch advanced standing programs for Kinesiology graduates in Northwestern Ontario, boosting healthcare education and careers.
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