Building a Stronger and More Resilient Canada 

Now is the time for Canada to take charge of its future by investing in Canadian businesses, Canadian workers, and Canadian-made solutions.

We are part of Team Canada.

Canada’s public colleges, institutes, polytechnics, and CEGEPs train the builders, growers, makers, caregivers, first responders, innovators and job creators that Canadians depend on to meet our biggest challenges.

As a sector, we provide Canadians with affordable, accessible, and high-quality education and training to help Canadians land good-paying jobs, support Canadian businesses as they grow and diversify, and drive the kind of innovation that strengthens Canadian industries and the economy.

Our Programs

National Partnerships

National Partnerships

We give colleges and institutes the opportunity to work together towards a common goal, to learn from each other, and maximize the impact of Canada’s largest post-secondary network.

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International Partnerships

International Partnerships

By linking Canadian institutions with partners all around the world, we help transform post-secondary education and connect learners in Canada and overseas with employment-based training and global skills they need to succeed.

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What's happening at CICan

Our Roadmap to 2030

Our Roadmap to 2030

A plan to convene, mobilize, and champion our sector for a prosperous Canada, driven by strong communities, and empowered by strong colleges.

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2026 National Indigenous Education Symposium

2026 National Indigenous Education Symposium

Convening and mobilizing to advance meaningful reconciliation.

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Applied Research Survey: Solutions for Canada

Applied Research Survey: Solutions for Canada

Discover how colleges and institutes are driving innovation through applied research that tackles Canada’s biggest challenges.

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Helping Canadians Upskill for High-Growth Sectors

Helping Canadians Upskill for High-Growth Sectors

Learn how we’re working with colleges, institutes, and employers to deliver microcredentials that equip Canadians with in-demand skills and support a more resilient, competitive economy.

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Free Simulations for Healthcare Education

Free Simulations for Healthcare Education

Explore a collection of 200+ virtual simulations to support healthcare education.

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Climate Action Resources

Climate Action Resources

Access tools, resources, and information to accelerate climate action on your campus and embed sustainability into curricula and operations.

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