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Collège Boréal, SPCA to expand vet training & low-cost pet care
Collège Boréal, SPCA to expand vet training & low-cost pet care

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time3 days ago

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Collège Boréal, SPCA to expand vet training & low-cost pet care

Collège Boréal and SPCA expand partnership to boost vet tech training and community pet care. Madison Marier has more. Collège Boréal has announced an expanded partnership with the Ontario SPCA, further integrating the Sudbury Regional Veterinary Clinic into its Veterinary Care Technician program. The SPCA has operated out of the college for several years, and the school has recognized the mutual benefits of this collaboration. Now, the two organizations are formalizing a new initiative to enhance student training while increasing access to affordable pet care in the community. Hands-on experience for future veterinary technicians Kiana McFadden-Houle, Manager of Collège Boréal's Veterinary Care Technician program, explained the significance of the partnership. 'Last summer, we started discussions about evolving the partnership into what we have now with the Ontario SPCA – specifically, spay and neuter services. This is very meaningful for us as technicians in the industry because we strive to provide access to veterinary medicine for people in the community,' she said. 'It also helps spread that passion to the students. They're working alongside professionals and teaching faculty, and we get to share this excitement with them.' Hope Lumbas, Manager of the SPCA Regional Veterinary Clinic, echoed McFadden-Houle's enthusiasm. 'With this collaboration, I'm excited to offer students the opportunity to gain experience in a clinic setting while contributing to a charitable organization,' she said. 'This allows them to apply their learning in a real-world context and ultimately extend that care into the community.' Increasing access to affordable pet care A key goal of the expanded partnership is to make spay and neuter services more accessible to pet owners who face financial or geographic barriers. SPCA - SUD -DOG One of the dogs in the care of the Sudbury SPCA is shown. August 5, 2025. ( Madison Marier/CTV News Northern Ontario) 'Our hope is to offer veterinary services to people who may not have access, whether due to cost or the lack of clinics in the city or outlying northern communities,' Lumbas told CTV News. 'We work with many rescues outside Sudbury, as well as Indigenous communities and others who may not have regular access to care.' The clinic operates on a tiered pricing system, with reduced costs for those in need, supported by government funding. This ensures that essential procedures remain affordable for underserved populations. SPCA - CAT One of the kittens in the care of the Sudbury SPCA is shown. August 5, 2025. ( Madison Marier/CTV News Northern Ontario) Program launch and student involvement The Ontario SPCA Sudbury Regional Veterinary Clinic officially begins operations today. However, Collège Boréal students will not participate in the new partnership until the fall semester starts in September. McFadden-Houle emphasized the value of this hands-on experience, noting that it will better prepare students for their careers after graduation. Lumbas added that the initiative not only supports student education but also strengthens the SPCA's mission to provide compassionate care across the region. 'This partnership allows us to fulfill our commitment to the community while nurturing the next generation of veterinary professionals,' she said. Officials say the expanded collaboration between Collège Boréal and the Ontario SPCA marks a significant step forward in veterinary education and accessible pet care in northern Ontario.

Collège Boréal strengthens its commitment to building a skilled Francophone workforce in early childhood education
Collège Boréal strengthens its commitment to building a skilled Francophone workforce in early childhood education

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time23-06-2025

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Collège Boréal strengthens its commitment to building a skilled Francophone workforce in early childhood education

Two projects totalling more than one million dollars will boost recruitment efforts for early childhood educators while helping current staff enhance their skills SUDBURY, Ontario, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --Collège Boréal is proud to announce two new initiatives designed to support the Francophone early childhood education sector. With funding from the City of Toronto and the Commission nationale des parents francophones (CNPF), more than $1 million is being invested to strengthen recruitment efforts in Francophone child care services across Ontario and to enhance the skills of early childhood professionals currently working in Toronto. Four early childhood education workshops in Toronto Developed in partnership with the City of Toronto, Centennial College, George Brown College, Mothercraft, and Seneca Polytechnic, this project aims to strengthen the expertise of early childhood educators in areas such as mentorship, student supervision, and leadership development through targeted training sessions and interactive workshops. Participants will deepen their understanding of student support and peer mentorship through sessions delivered in person or online. Communities of practice will also be created to encourage knowledge sharing and the application of new learning in the workplace. All staff working in educational settings or with child care agencies that have agreements with the City of Toronto will be eligible to take part in these workshops, which will be offered in French by Collège Boréal. The French-language component of this project is supported by a $220,000 grant. It is funded in partnership with the City of Toronto, the Province of Ontario, and the Government of Canada under the Canada-Ontario Early Childhood Workforce Agreement, which provides federal funding to support the recruitment and retention of qualified child care and early childhood educators. Ontario Diploma in Early Childhood Education: International Recruitment and Recognition of Francophone Credentials Following international recruitment efforts led by the Association francophone à l'éducation des services à l'enfance de l'Ontario (AFÉSEO), Collège Boréal, in collaboration with Collège La Cité, will evaluate nine international diplomas to facilitate the recognition of prior learning. Bridging pathways will be developed, as needed, to help candidates meet Ontario's requirements for early childhood education. As part of Création et appui au réseau d'intervenants en petite enfance en situation minoritaire—a project to create and support a network of early childhood professionals in minority settings launched by the CNPF—this initiative also provides language support and funding to cover tuition fees, among other costs, with the goal of supporting successful integration. The objective is to help these new recruits quickly obtain official certification from the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario. In addition to strengthening the supply of qualified professionals, this initiative—funded with $800,000 from the CNPF—aims to improve the quality of educational services for Francophone children and families across Ontario. Positive outcomes observed by employers during a 2024 pilot project led by AFÉSEO demonstrate the initiative's success and the smooth integration of new talent into Ontario's communities. Quote 'The implementation of these two innovative projects focused on recruitment and skills development in early childhood education once again reflects Boréal's responsiveness and commitment to the communities it serves. These initiatives are making a tangible contribution to increasing the number of qualified Francophone early childhood educators and ensuring the continuous improvement of services available to Francophone children in Ontario, starting at a very young age.' − Manager, Professional Services in Early Childhood Education, Collège Boréal Online resources Professional Services in Early Childhood Education Toronto Children's Services Commission nationale des parents francophones Association francophone à l'éducation des services à l'enfance de l'Ontario Research & Innovation Boréal Information Benoît ClémentManager, Communications and Media Relations705-560-6673, ext. Created in Sudbury in 1995, Collège Boréal is a French-language post-secondary education and training institution committed to the development and growth of the various Ontario communities it serves. Through its 34 sites including 8 campuses in 27 communities, Collège Boréal offers a high level of expertise in post-secondary education, basic training, apprenticeship, immigrant services, employment services, customized training and applied research. To find out more about Collège Boréal's programs and services, please visit our website at or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at: in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

Collège Boréal celebrates more than 900 new graduates at its 30th convocation ceremonies
Collège Boréal celebrates more than 900 new graduates at its 30th convocation ceremonies

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time03-06-2025

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Collège Boréal celebrates more than 900 new graduates at its 30th convocation ceremonies

With nine ceremonies taking place through June 11, Collège Boréal is celebrating the achievements of graduates from its campuses in Hearst, Kapuskasing, Nipissing, Ottawa, Sudbury, Timmins, Toronto, and Windsor. (Web version) SUDBURY, Ontario, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nine events across Ontario are honouring the Spring 2025 graduating class from Boréal's campuses in Hearst, Kapuskasing, Nipissing, Ottawa, Sudbury, Timmins, Toronto, Windsor and Boréal Online. In the presence of parents, families, and loved ones gathered for the occasion, Collège Boréal President Daniel Giroux, along with members of the senior leadership team, will present no fewer than 901 diplomas this spring. Governor General's Academic Medal Roxanne Daoust, a graduate of the Early Childhood Education program offered through Boréal Online, received the Governor General's Academic Medal. This honour is awarded to a full-time student who achieves the highest academic standing in a diploma program of at least two years in length. Honorary Diploma This year, Collège Boréal is awarding an Honorary Diploma in Business and Community Services to Maxim Jean-Louis, President and CEO of Contact North. Under his leadership, Contact North has significantly expanded access to distance post-secondary education for people living in rural communities. Thanks to his efforts, more than four million individuals in remote areas now have access to quality training without having to leave home. Over the years, Maxim Jean-Louis has deepened his community involvement, contributing his expertise to the boards of the International Council for Open and Distance Education, the Renewed Technology Council, the Ontario Trillium Foundation, Laurentian University, the Art Gallery of Sudbury, and the Hôpital Montfort Association. Collège Boréal President's Award and Board Chair Award Presented respectively to private-sector and community-based organizations, Collège Boréal's President's Award and Board Chair's Award recognize outstanding contributions to the development of the College and its communities. This year's President's Award is being presented to Technica Mining in recognition of its generous equipment donations, which have significantly enhanced training for students in the Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician, Civil and Mining Construction Engineering Technician and Mechanical Millwright Technician programs. Technica Mining's ongoing support – through the hiring of Boréal student interns and the endorsement of the College's pre-apprenticeship program proposals, including those aimed at women – makes it a key partner. The Board Chair's Award goes to Health Sciences North (HSN). A key partner to post-secondary institutions, HSN provides placement opportunities to Boréal students in a range of health programs. This collaboration allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience, sharpen their skills, and prepare for the workforce. Like Collège Boréal, HSN relies on cutting-edge technology and simulation-based learning to support the training of health professionals. Boréal Foundation Thanks to the generosity of individuals and organizations that supported the Boréal Foundation in 2024–2025, nearly 3,300 scholarships were awarded to Boréal students, for a total of close to $1.7 million. Quotes 'It is with immense pride and gratitude that the entire Collège Boréal team joins me in celebrating the remarkable success of each and every one of our graduates. Their perseverance in upholding the French language in their communities, their adaptability – especially among our international students – and their academic excellence are matched only by the boundless opportunities that await them thanks to their unique backgrounds. Congratulations to all!' – President, Collège Boréal 'Collège Boréal is proud to be preparing a highly skilled workforce that meets the real needs of our communities. The commitment and strong motivation our graduates demonstrate in fields such as the trades, environmental studies, technology, business, and community services are a true asset for Ontario, especially given the urgent need for housing and healthcare professionals. We look forward to seeing your careers take flight!' – Vice-President, Academic, Collège Boréal Quick Facts Since its founding in 1995, Collège Boréal has awarded 24,540 diplomas across its 8 campuses, from Northern to Southern Ontario. Related Links Spring 2025 Graduation Ceremonies Contact North Technica Mining Health Sciences North Information Benoît ClémentManager, Communications and Media Relations705-560-6673, ext. Created in Sudbury in 1995, Collège Boréal is a French-language post-secondary education and training institution committed to the development and growth of the various Ontario communities it serves. Through its 34 sites including 8 campuses in 27 communities, Collège Boréal offers a high level of expertise in post-secondary education, basic training, apprenticeship, immigrant services, employment services, customized training and applied research. To find out more about Collège Boréal's programs and services, please visit our website at or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at

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