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Conestoga College is one of Canada's leading polytechnic institutes, providing research and a wide range of programs, from short courses to four-year degrees.

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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
6 years
All @ConestogaC campuses will be closed on Tuesday, February 12 as the result of severe weather and travelling conditions. Classes, services and activities are suspended for the full day and for this evening: there will be no access to campus buildings or facilities.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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Conestoga is supporting local hospitals in the fight against COVID-19:
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
Conestoga has been added to the list of approved designated learning institutions (DLI) with an approved COVID-19 readiness plan. The college looks forward to welcoming international students. Visit for more information.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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All Conestoga campuses will be closed on Wednesday, February 6. Classes, services and activities are suspended for the full day and for this evening: there will be no access to campus buildings or facilities -
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
5 years
Please be assured the college’s emergency response team continues to work on a plan in response to COVID-19. An update will be provided later today.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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. @ConestogaAlumni , Ian Hillier and James Hobson, are inspiring the next generation of engineers through their @thehacksmith YouTube channel. The duo showcase innovative replicas of fictional movie objects that they create. For more information, visit .
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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DLI update: Conestoga has submitted a comprehensive COVID-19 readiness plan and is in the final stages of obtaining approval. Conestoga recommends that students refrain from travel until the college is approved. For more information, visit .
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
6 years
All @ConestogaC campuses will remain closed on Monday, April 16 due to inclement weather and dangerous travelling conditions. For more information and updates, visit
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
5 years
IMPORTANT UPDATE - In-person classes at all @ConestogaC campus locations suspended effective Monday, March 16. More information -
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
5 years
With the known and rapidly growing global risks of COVID-19, students are reminded that participating in unsanctioned public gatherings, like Ezra Avenue on St. Patrick’s Day, poses a risk to the community.
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Waterloo Regional Police
5 years
"We all have a part to play in public safety," says @Chief_BLarkin , as he asks people to reconsider attending large gatherings. "The time for us to come together and act is now. "Stay home. Stay healthy. Stay safe." Read his full message here: #COVID19
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
5 years
Answering the call: Conestoga contributes life-saving ventilators to Ontario's fight against COVID-19:
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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Welcome new and returning students to the Fall 2020 semester. Conestoga will continue to deliver most programs and services remotely and operate under strict physical distancing and infection prevention protocols. Best wishes to all for a safe and successful year.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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Over the next four days, Conestoga will celebrate the achievements of more than 5,300 new graduates at our 50th Spring Convocation ceremonies. Congratulations, graduates! We are proud of your achievements and welcome you to the @ConestogaAlumni community #ConestogaGrad
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Conestoga College
9 years
All @ConestogaC campuses closed today -
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
Conestoga will gradually re-open campus facilities to support learning activities that cannot be completed remotely. In preparation, we've added a number of new procedures to protect the health, safety and well-being of our college community. Learn more at
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
3 years
Flags at all Conestoga campuses will be lowered to half-mast to honour the lives of the 215 children found at the grounds of the former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia:
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Conestoga College
5 years
Update on COVID-19: Message from the President
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Conestoga College
5 years
Shout out to Paul McNamara and Stage Door Transportation for volunteering trucks, drivers and movers to transport @ConestogaC equipment and supplies to our local health care partners. We are all #InThisTogether -- thank you for helping to keep our community healthy and safe.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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The CEC and OPSEU/SEFPO have reached an agreement and the strike that was scheduled to commence at 12:01a.m. on March 18, 2022, has been called off. As a result, all Conestoga classes and operations will continue as scheduled. For more information, visit
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Conestoga College
7 years
Faculty at Ontario's 24 public colleges, including Conestoga, are now on strike. Please visit for important info.
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Conestoga College
4 years
#InThisTogether We’re highlighting some of the many Conestoga faculty, students and graduates who have stepped forward to join the battle against COVID-19, helping to keep us safe and healthy. Follow this thread and read their stories at
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Conestoga College
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Thanks @mike_holmesjr & @sherryl_holmes for helping recognize #ConestogaTrades students #SkillingIt at annual Trades & Apprenticeship awards
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Conestoga College
4 years
Great news! Thank you PM @JustinTrudeau and Minister @CQualtro for today’s announcement of the Canada Emergency Student Benefit. Nearly $9B will be provided to support post-secondary students and recent grads from May - August. #InThisTogether
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CanadianPM
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Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced comprehensive support for post-secondary students and recent graduates affected by #COVID19 . Get the details ⬇️
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
6 years
Environment Canada has issued a Winter Storm Warning beginning Tuesday morning. At this time, all Conestoga campuses remain open for regularly scheduled classes and activities. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and forecasts:
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
Many thanks to the @CowanFoundation for the momentous $5M investment in Conestoga to support the training and education of front-line care workers. Learn more about this significant donation at . #ConestogaHealth
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
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As classes resume remotely today, Conestoga is committed to supporting students in the completion of their studies and thanks employees who have worked tremendously hard over the last week to transition courses, realign resources and develop new solutions:
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Conestoga College
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A special thank you to those in our @ConestogaAlumni community working tirelessly in essential services and on the front line to keep us healthy, safe and fed. We appreciate your unwavering commitment. #InThisTogether
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Conestoga College
2 years
A message to the Conestoga community from President John Tibbits: Vaccine and masking requirements update
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Conestoga College
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Message from the President: Thank you all for your patience and understanding while we continue to work through these challenging times. We will get through this together and emerge stronger, sharper and more resourceful. Read the full message: .
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
These past few weeks have been unique and challenging for our students. We appreciate your willingness to adapt to online learning, as well as your patience while we continue to navigate the current situation. Best of luck on your exams this week, Condors!
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Conestoga College
5 years
Most Conestoga students will be wrapping up winter term with exams over the next week. Take your exams with full confidence -- good luck, Condors.
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Conestoga College
4 years
The 2020 spring term has officially begun — welcome to all new and returning Condors!
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga announces new campus for Downtown Guelph:
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Conestoga College
5 years
COVID-19 Update: All Conestoga campuses closed to students and visitors effective immediately
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Conestoga College
5 years
Conestoga College is the only Canadian post-secondary institution listed to receive a DENSO STEM grant to help cultivate and encourage a new generation of engineers and skilled workers: @JobberNationCa
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Conestoga College
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Pride flag raised at Conestoga:
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Conestoga College
2 years
New esports hub opens at Conestoga’s Waterloo campus:
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Conestoga College
3 years
New Conestoga campus to be established in Milton:
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Conestoga College
4 years
#ICYMI Conestoga has announced refunds for student fees including residence, parking and lockers. Ancillary fees for amenities and services directly related to the on-campus experience will not be applied for the Spring 2020 semester. Learn more at .
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Conestoga College
7 years
Government passes legislation to end faculty strike - classes @ConestogaC to resume on Tuesday, Nov. 21:
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
6 years
Conestoga and @Laurier partner for new campus in Milton:
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Conestoga College
6 years
The library at Conestoga's Doon campus wins @ONLibraryAssoc Library Architectural and Design Transformation Award: @ConestogaLRC @mmmcarchitects
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Conestoga College
8 years
We're turning 50. Help kick off the party & share your #ConestogaStory @ #amazing50 #ConestogaCollege
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
8 years
Beautiful fall day at Doon Campus 🍃🍁🌞
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
Winter Orientation begins on January 11. Programs will host virtual orientation sessions to provide students with an opportunity to meet classmates and faculty, learn more about their program and about life at Conestoga. Visit for specific program details.
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Conestoga College
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#BellLetsTalk It' s estimated that 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a form of mental illness at some point in their life. So let's talk - and let's keep talking. Let's make it ok to speak about mental health. Visit to learn about resources at Conestoga.
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
6 years
The 2018 fall term has officially begun — welcome to all new and returning students!
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Conestoga College
2 years
Pride flag raised at Conestoga:
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Conestoga College
4 years
Conestoga President John Tibbits named as new chair of @CollegesOntario :
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@ConestogaC
Conestoga College
4 years
Timetables will be available December 14, 2020 for students who have paid fees or have completed a payment schedule through the Student Portal. Visit for more information.
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Conestoga College
3 years
Changes for the winter 2022 semester: A message to the Conestoga community from President John Tibbits.
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Conestoga College
6 years
Need lunch plans? Conestoga's student-run restaurant Bloom at the Waterloo campus is now open:
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Conestoga College
5 years
Major internet outages due to an issue with a service provider is causing widespread connectivity issues for organizations in Waterloo Region, including Conestoga. Technicians are currently working to resolve the problem and updates will be provided as they become available.
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Conestoga College
4 years
These past several months have been challenging for everyone and now more than ever we need to take care of our mental health. Join the #BellLetsTalk conversation and together we can help end the stigma surrounding mental health.
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Conestoga College
5 years
On National #DayOfMourning , flags at Conestoga fly half-mast in honour of the lives lost or injured due to workplace tragedy, and as a reminder of the commitment made to improve health and safety in the workplace:
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Conestoga College
4 years
. @fsc_ccf_en will invest nearly $1.2M for the development of a new @SchlegelCentre program at Conestoga that will help care workers across Canada develop essential skills to assist those living with dementia. Thank you for your investment in supporting our seniors and caregivers.
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Future Skills Centre
4 years
We are pleased to announce 30 projects that will provide essential solutions to support #Canadians transitioning to new jobs or industries. These innovative, community-based programs address crucial needs. Learn more about the projects here:
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Conestoga College
4 years
Conestoga graduate @jenn__green named Top 100 Most Powerful Women: Photo: @WXN
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Conestoga College
2 years
. @condorsesports joins national organization to advance programs at post-secondary institutions: @Esport_Canada
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Conestoga College
7 years
Conestoga grad @RachelSchoutsen landed dream job @weathernetwork and insists luck had nothing to do with it:
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Conestoga College
4 years
#OrangeShirtDay is an opportunity to create meaningful discussions regarding the effects of Residential schools and a day for survivors to be reaffirmed that they matter. Join Conestoga’s Truth & Reconciliation event today @ 10 a.m. to participate:
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Conestoga College
2 years
As a result of rapidly accumulating snowfall, all Conestoga campuses will be closed for the remainder of the day: If you must travel, please exercise extreme caution.
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Conestoga College
6 years
Today: Applications are being accepted for Conestoga's Women in Skilled Trades General Carpenter Pre-apprenticeship program. Join the next information session to learn if this tuition-free program is right for you
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Conestoga College
7 years
We’re celebrating the achievements of almost 1,600 students at convocation today! Congratulations to the newest members of the @ConestogaAlumni community. Catch the Fall 2017 Convocation ceremonies live at 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.:
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Conestoga College
7 years
Here's to a happy new year and all the best for 2018. Reminder: Conestoga campuses, sites and career centres will be back to regular hours on Tuesday, January 2. Visit for more information.
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Conestoga College
4 years
The @CowanFoundation recently presented @ConestogaC with the first installment of a $5M investment to help the address the urgent need for additional health care professionals: #ConestogaHealth
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Conestoga College
3 years
Conestoga campuses closed today. Remote learning and work will continue. Stay safe -
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Conestoga College
4 years
Thank you to the nurses, caregivers and front-line workers serving and protecting our community. We appreciate the countless sacrifices you’re making every day to help our most vulnerable members and keep us all safe: #YearoftheNurse #NationalNursingWeek
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Conestoga College
3 years
Students that have confirmed their invoice, paid their fees, and uploaded a @CC_ONECard photo, can now access their timetable through the Student Portal. For more information, visit .
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Conestoga College
4 years
“Conestoga has long been committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. Ours is a community where everyone is welcome and everyone belongs.” A message to the college community from President John Tibbits:
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Conestoga College
5 years
Students will be notified with specific information and additional details from program chairs and faculty. Please continue to check your course websites and email for updates.
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Conestoga College
2 years
Conestoga named among Canada's top 15 research colleges:
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Conestoga College
2 years
Ontario government approves new three-year degrees at colleges:
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Conestoga College
6 years
Conestoga welcomes students from over 80 countries to a community and a region already rich in diversity, and on Canadian Multiculturalism Day we renew our commitment to equality and mutual respect, and celebrate our differences #MultiDay
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Conestoga College
8 years
It's Random Act of Kindness Day and we are celebrating all across Conestoga! #RAKday #conestogacollege
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Conestoga College
5 years
#TBT In 1967, construction of Conestoga College’s Doon campus commenced. The site, which was a gravel pit, is now home to one of Ontario’s fastest growing colleges and leaders in polytechnic education.⁣ #NationalHigherEducationDay
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Conestoga College
3 years
Beginning today, Conestoga will return to a full on-campus, in-person learning experience. A number of procedures are in place to continue to protect the health, safety and well-being of the college community as on-campus activities expand. More details:
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Conestoga College
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Spring Orientation begins on May 13 -- programs will host virtual orientation sessions to provide students with an opportunity to meet classmates and faculty, learn more about their program and about life at Conestoga. Visit for specific program details.
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Conestoga College
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Jill of All Trades offers hands-on workshops designed to help young women develop a better understanding of the potential of skilled trades careers. For more information visit .
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Conestoga College
4 years
Happy #CanadaDay -- stay safe & enjoy the day!
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Conestoga College
4 years
There's a long weekend coming up -- please note that there will be no classes on Friday, April 2, in observance of Good Friday. Most Conestoga services will also be affected. Visit for more information.
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Conestoga College
5 years
To our students, employees & community partners – we hope you are staying safe as we all continue to adjust during this unprecedented time. We're here to direct questions & appreciate your patience while we continue to adapt to the ongoing situation:
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Conestoga College
4 years
“As we head into the new semester, I’d like to take this opportunity to commend the efforts of the many employees who have worked to transform our campus operations, programs and services to deliver a safe and positive learning and working experience.”
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Conestoga College
5 years
Coffee cup recycling program launches on campus at Conestoga:
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Conestoga College
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Lots of activity here at #Jill2017 ! We're so excited to welcome so many young, enthusiastic girls. #SkillingIt
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Conestoga College
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Veronique Boscart, executive dean to the School of Health & Life Sciences, is working as part of a team at The Village of Winston Park to provide instrumental support to seniors, with a special focus on their emotional and social well-being during the pandemic #ConestogaHealth
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Conestoga College
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Dr. Veronique Boscart, director of Conestoga's @SchlegelCentre , appointed president of Canadian Association on Gerontology @cagacg :
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga granted $1.6M to expand dementia care training program:
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Conestoga College
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All students, employees and visitors will be required to provide proof of immunization against COVID-19 to access Conestoga campuses and facilities by January 2, 2022. Upload your proof of vaccination online or through Conestoga's Mobile Safety app. Visit .
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Conestoga College
4 years
We are incredibly grateful for the @CowanFoundation 's unwavering support -- thank you!
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The Cowan Foundation
4 years
We are proud to announce today a $5M investment in @ConestogaC to create Canada’s first integrated strategy to support the training and education of #personalsupportworkers ( #PSWs ). Read the full announcement here:
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Conestoga College
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@ConestogaC campuses are open today - Feb 13. Assess conditions in your area before heading out and allow extra time for this morning's commute. Exercise caution when travelling as some roadways and sidewalks may be icy and snow-covered -
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Conestoga College
4 years
In response to the COVID-19 crisis and increased demand for front-line workers, Health Care Administration student Nadia Dhiman wanted to help the most vulnerable in our community. She’s working as a resident care aide at Lanark Heights Long Term Care home #InThisTogether
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga College receives top rankings for quality assurance:
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Conestoga College
6 years
#ICYMI : Conestoga's expansion in Brantford will see new programs and facilities to serve the needs of students and the community
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Conestoga College
4 years
#ICYMI Conestoga will gradually re-open campus facilities to support learning activities that cannot be completed remotely. In preparation, we've added a number of new procedures to protect the health, safety and well-being of our college community:
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga College
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. @ConestogaAlumni honoured at 2018 Premier's Awards: #2018PA
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga President John Tibbits honoured as Kitchener-Waterloo’s Citizen of the Year:
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Conestoga College
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Conestoga welcomes students from over 80 countries to a community and a region already rich in diversity, and on Canadian Multiculturalism Day we renew our commitment to equality and mutual respect, and celebrate our differences. #MultiDay
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Conestoga College
5 years
Canadian media icon George Stroumboulopoulos visits Conestoga students: @SpokeOnline @strombo
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Conestoga College
6 years
There's an exciting transformation happening at Conestoga's Waterloo campus! Check out what we're up to at
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