Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brenda Bender’s organization
Jan 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Conestoga College Academic Plan 2026-2029
Conestoga College's Academic Plan serves as a strategic roadmap designed to navigate the evolving post-secondary environment and strengthen the institution for the future. It is built upon seven integrated academic commitments: Leadership and Academic Governance Renewal, Student Success and Graduate Outcomes, Progressive Academic Programs, Community Impact and Workforce Development, Employee Excellence and Teaching Leadership, Inclusion, Indigenous Reconciliation and Sustainability, and Domestic Enrolment Growth and Academic Sustainability. The plan aims to foster outstanding hands-on learning, prepare graduates for success in a complex, technology-driven world, ensure academic excellence, meet workforce needs, and support the economy and community well-being.
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Key discussions included noting the low attendance and the ongoing support staff labor disruption affecting participation. The resignation of a member representing the Catholic School Board prompted an action item for recruitment. The committee reviewed a semi-final draft of the Terms of Reference update. An update on Indigenous Services highlighted a 14% increase in identified Indigenous Students for 2025/2026, noting enrollment trends and ongoing work to refine self-identification verification processes with OCAS. Other topics included sharing information regarding the First Nations Resource Development Scholarship, reviewing the IPEC CCVPA Colleges Survey Analysis 2025 to assess progress on the Indigenous Action Plan, and discussing the allocation of unused RBC Co-op funding toward potentially building a Teaching Lodge. Furthermore, the committee reviewed updates on the Facilitated Admissions Process, including the formation of a Substantiation Sub-Committee and mandatory training requirements. Finally, the committee agreed to appoint a member to attend IPEC meetings and actioned an invitation for a student to share feedback on campus resources.
Jun 26, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Indigenous Education Council Minutes
The meeting addressed several key areas including updates on staffing changes with Anastasia Alliance and Danielle no longer with the college due to resignation and position elimination, respectively. Discussions also covered the reallocation of unused RBC Co-op funding towards building a Teaching Lodge and providing student stipends, with considerations for corporate ethics and fair compensation for Indigenous knowledge carriers. Additional topics included the ongoing need for culturally safe student housing and clarification on the final version and distribution of the Student Success Strategy.
Jan 1, 2025·StrategicPlan
Board
Conestoga College Sustainability Plan 2025-2029
This plan outlines Conestoga College's strategic direction for sustainability for the years 2025-2029, building upon existing initiatives to achieve a more sustainable future. It integrates sustainability across four key domains: Operations, Academics & Research, Community, and Leadership. The plan aims to embed a sustainability mindset, take meaningful action to improve environmental health, social equity, and economic prosperity, and foster a resilient campus community.
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