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Our Forward

This Strategic Plan represents the priorities that will define Northern College as it looks towards the future of its operations as a desirable, skill building post-secondary institution rooted in northeastern Ontario.

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Strategic Goals

Reinforcing Our Foundation

Purpose

Empowering students and communities by providing leading edge education, training and work-integrated learning opportunities, rooted in the Northern experience

Vision

Empowerment through learning to build a better world.

Mission

Building community across the North through partnerships and excellence in education.

Values

Our Strategic Goals

Grounded in five strategic goals, the 2025-2030 strategic plan reflects the shifting educational landscape, the evolving needs of our region, and the increasing demand for accessible, inclusive, and future focused learning.

Strengthening Ties with Indigenous Communities
Be The Destination of Choice for Students and Employees
Modernize Operations and Infrastructure
Expand Industry Partnerships
Strengthen Community and Sense of Belonging

Northern remains committed to the core of its operations:  working closely with regional, community, business and industry partners, informed by student experience to deliver the highest quality education which places graduates on the solid footing they need to create rewarding careers in the north.