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National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) launches new career training portal for Canadian Veterans
Veterans-focused website offers seamless access to wide range of skills development and job training programs delivered by NACC member institutions across Canada, supports Veterans in securing meaningful post-service careers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 26, 2024 –...
Episode #20: From Tractor Accident in Small-town Kansas to Global Entrepreneurship
In this episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, host Michael Sangster talks Brooke Roberts in a discussion that explores the trajectory of skills development across various careers, highlighting the universal importance of skills regardless of the professional path...
Episode #19: How a Lack of Language Training can Lead to a Crisis of Identity with Nadine Baladi
In this episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, host Michael Sangster speaks with Nadine Baladi about the critical role language plays in education and career success. Nadine, a seasoned professional in language and career education and a member of the National...
Episode #18: How Philanthropy is Building Skills for the Future with Kimberley Hanson
In this episode, Michael speaks with Kimberly Hanson, CEO of Health Partners. Kimberley sheds light on the role of training, skills, and philanthropy in creating lasting careers. They delve into strategies for collaboration between employers and health charities,...
Episode #17: What the Restaurant Business will Teach you out About Leadership with Joe Leonhardt
In this episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, host Michael Sangster talks with Joe Leonhardt, a 25-year veteran in higher education, about skills, education, and leadership. Joe and Michael talk about how the restaurant business will teach you a lot about leadership....
Sangster: Don’t blame private colleges for high number of international students in Canada (Ottawa Citizen)
“One thing most experts and observers agree on is that the current structure of our international student program is unsustainable and requires change. I strongly encourage decision-makers implementing these changes to seize the opportunity to collaborate with the...
Episode #21: Transitioning Veterans into Firefighting: A Path to Continued Service with Raakesh Bharathi and Mike Lunn
The EdUp Canada podcast episode, hosted by Michael Sangster, delves into the subject of veterans transitioning into civilian life and how the Ontario Fire Academy plays a crucial role in repurposing their skills for firefighting careers in Canada and abroad. Guests...
National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) launches new career training portal for Canadian Veterans
Veterans-focused website offers seamless access to wide range of skills development and job training programs delivered by NACC member institutions across Canada, supports Veterans in securing meaningful post-service careers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 26, 2024 –...
Episode #20: From Tractor Accident in Small-town Kansas to Global Entrepreneurship
In this episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, host Michael Sangster talks Brooke Roberts in a discussion that explores the trajectory of skills development across various careers, highlighting the universal importance of skills regardless of the professional path...