Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Conestoga College.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Guelph
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
18,892
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Cliffy Condor
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
2,000
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Conestoga College
Conestoga College's Academic Plan serves as a strategic roadmap designed to navigate the evolving post-secondary environment and strengthen the institution for the future. It is built upon seven integrated academic commitments: Leadership and Academic Governance Renewal, Student Success and Graduate Outcomes, Progressive Academic Programs, Community Impact and Workforce Development, Employee Excellence and Teaching Leadership, Inclusion, Indigenous Reconciliation and Sustainability, and Domestic Enrolment Growth and Academic Sustainability. The plan aims to foster outstanding hands-on learning, prepare graduates for success in a complex, technology-driven world, ensure academic excellence, meet workforce needs, and support the economy and community well-being.
The meeting covered several key updates and initiatives. The Pow Wow event was reported as successful with high praise for the food. Key discussions included increasing the use of Indigenous languages in official communications, focusing on Indigenous Food Sovereignty, and receiving updates on Conestoga College renovations and art installations in partnership with Highness Global. Plans for the Indigenous Knowledge Symposium, scheduled for April 30 - May 1, were detailed, including keynote speakers and focus areas such as Indigenous Knowledge as Pedagogy. A pilot Indigenous Book Club featuring Leanne Simpson's work was discussed. Progress on the Indigenous Student Success Strategy, expected for release in September 2024, was noted, alongside discussions concerning the incorporation of Indigenous elements into new Indigenous Classrooms. A presentation was given on Wiijindamaan: An Indigenous Land-based Futurity, emphasizing land restoration and traditional practice training. Finally, steps for IEC expansion and the hiring process for the new Indigenous Relations Coordinator were reviewed.
This strategic plan outlines Conestoga College's direction from 2025 to 2028, focusing on resilience and commitment to quality programming, capacity building, and sustainability. It aims to empower graduates for future success and meet evolving workforce demands, particularly in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, engineering, information technology, and trades. The plan is structured around three core goals: Sustainability, Capacity, and Quality, with an emphasis on addressing financial challenges, expanding enrolment opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and delivering high-quality learning experiences.
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