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triOS College Business Technology Healthcare, an industry leader in education, has introduced bleeding edge technology programs that will produce job-ready, certified and skilled graduates that will fill the growing skills gap that Ontario technology employers are experiencing. Read the rest of this entry »

Rullingnet Corporation, the US-based home of VINCI Early Learning Systems and TVO, have announced an agreement through which TVOKids content will be available to VINCI users today, July 16, 2012. Combining Rullingnet’s expertise in offering mobile learning solutions with TVO’s creative educational content, it demonstrates both organizations’ commitment to helping children use technology as a tool to engage in every day learning for future success. Read the rest of this entry »

Gayatri Bajpai, Iuliana Constantinescu and Heather Trawick were announced today as the winners of the 2012 Daryl Duke & William Vince Scholarships, which were created to honour the significant contributions of Mr. Duke and Mr. Vince to the film and television industry by assisting in the advanced education of exceptional BC filmmakers. Read the rest of this entry »

Facing History and Ourselves is creating an educational resource for teachers and students that explores the effects of lost and endangered languages on aboriginal identity, culture, and community. This guide will help young people understand the impact of individual choices in building an inclusive society and empower them to be active, ethical citizens in their schools and communities. Read the rest of this entry »

CDW Canada, a top provider of technology solutions for Canadian organizations in the public and private sectors, today announced the winners of its fourth annual Teaching with Technology™ Contest, with a total of $21,000 in prizing. With several ways to enter — including story and video submissions — CDW Canada’s annual contest aims to encourage Canadian educators to use technology in their classrooms in new and innovative ways, and reward those who have succeeded in doing so. Read the rest of this entry »

CDI College is pleased to announce the recent opening of a brand new campus in Surrey, BC. The new facility, located just off Scott Road, will allow the college to continue to offer its wide range of career training programs in the city and accommodate a larger student body. Read the rest of this entry »

On June 20th, 2012, Academy of Design Video Game Design & Development July 2012 graduates will be presenting their final project at the Steeles Campus from 6:30-8pm The event takes place at the Academy of Design’s Steeles Campus, located at 2000 Steeles Avenue W. Read the rest of this entry »

A report released today by Amgen Canada and Let’s Talk Science reveals that creating a large pool of science-based talent is crucial to keeping Canada competitive and Canadians employed. The report reveals that while Canadian students perform well in national and international tests, there is a huge drop-off in the uptake of science and math courses once they are no longer compulsory, usually after grade 10, and the proportion of students studying these courses in colleges and universities remains flat. Read the rest of this entry »

A new Canadian report highlights a dramatic shift in views toward the Internet, and a remarkable dichotomy between children and parents. The report, titled “Talking to Youth and Parents about Life Online”, is part of an ongoing study – Young Canadians in a Wired World. It is the most comprehensive investigation into the role of the Internet in the lives of Canadian children. Read the rest of this entry »

Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) has announced the launch of the first annual AMI Scholarships as part of the non-profit organization’s continuing mission to improve, increase and promote media accessibility for all Canadians. Starting this fall AMI will award two $5,000 scholarships per year to qualifying individuals, one of which will be reserved for a student with a permanent disability. Read the rest of this entry »