Cold Lake, Alberta — April 30, 2026 The sky’s the limit for students, communities and industries across northeastern Alberta associated with the aircraft industry, as Portage College prepares for takeoff with its Aircraft Structures Technician program. Based in Cold Lake, the new program recently received certification approval from Transport Canada, marking a significant milestone for
Community Social Work Students Raise More Than $7,500 for Local Agencies
Students in the Community Social Work program at Portage College raised more than $7,500, collected 1,889 pounds of food and brought in 240 pounds of clothing donations this year to support local organizations in Lac La Biche and Cold Lake as a part of a continued tradition of community-based learning. As part of their Community
Portage College Budget 2026-2027 Impact
Following the recent Board of Governors approval of the Portage College 3-year (2026-2029) budget plan, which examines programs, operations, and resources, the college is announcing budget reductions in year one. The employee impact is equivalent to 14 full-time jobs. These reductions include 3 retirements, the elimination of 2.5 vacant positions, and the cutting of 8.5 positions. Out of respect for employees, details about specific positions, departments, or programs affected are not being released. Like many post-secondary institutions across Canada, Portage
Portage College joins communities recognizing National Day of Mourning
Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Joseph Schow issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning: “On this National Day of Mourning, we remember those who lost their lives due to a workplace incident, illness or injury. My thoughts are with these workers, their families, friends and co-workers. “It is a reminder
We asked Portage College’s environmental expert why it’s still snowing
It’s the end of April. The first day of summer in northeastern Alberta is just eight weeks away. And out of a north-facing window at Portage College’s Lac La Biche campus last Friday afternoon, facilities crews could be seen shoveling snow drifts as the cold winds howled around them. Even though spring officially sprung on
‘Backbone’ employees recognized at Portage College
Dozens of administrative support staff were recognized for their work at celebrations across the Portage College network on April 22. As part of Administrative Professionals Week, members of the college’s executive team visited with admin staff at three campus locations. President and CEO Dr. Stephen Price was at the Cold Lake campus, Chief Financial Officer
Portage College Cultural Day promotes global connections
You don’t have to go too far to see and hear the diverse cultures represented within Portage College campus locations. From the Indigenous artwork of the on-site Museum of Aboriginal Peoples’ Art and Artifacts to recent winter harvest celebrations rooted in the Hindu, Sikh and Punjabi cultures … and everything in between. The college campuses
Four women honoured at this year’s Portage College Blanket Ceremony
The Blanket Ceremony recipients honoured at the 2026 Portage College Educational Round Dance are dedicated to the college and their community. The traditional Blanket Ceremony took place in March at the annual Round Dance held at the Lac La Biche Portage College campus. The ceremony took place in front of 300 community members and local
Awards night for sports at Portage College
The award-winning Portage College student athletes from the 2026 Celebration of Sports Excellence on Wednesday night shared the stage and the community spotlight with the most recent inductee into the Lac La Biche County Sports Hall of Fame. Tom Lett is this year’s inductee, selected as a community builder. The Celebration of Sports Excellence and the community’s sports hall of fame induction
Portage College Paramedicine Programs excel at National Exam
The Portage College Advanced Care Paramedic graduates have achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators exam. At the same time, the Primary Care Paramedic Program graduates recorded pass rates much higher than the national average. The impressive results from the Health and Wellness department’s paramedicine programs continue a tradition of