Algonquin College was established in 1967 and was named after the First Nations people who lived in the area.
The college offers bachelor's degrees, diplomas, and certificates in a range of disciplines and specialties. Algonquin's focus is on the arts and technology and promotes a strong focus on applied theory and practical experience. The college also offers apprenticeships in a range of areas including cooking, carpentry, hairdressing and many others.
It has three campuses which are all located in Ontario. The primary campus is located in Ottawa, and secondary campuses are located in Perth and Pembroke.
It also has four international campuses: Manav Rachna International University (MRIU) in Faridabad, India; Algonquin College (Orient Education Services Co) – Al-Naseem in Jahra, Kuwait; Hotelski Educativni Centar (HEC) in Montenegro and Jiangsu Maritime Institute (JMI) in Nanjing, China.
There are approximately 20,000 full-time students at Algonquin College. Over 4,000 international students enrol from more than 130 countries. The college has collaborated on projects in countries such as India, China, Kuwait, Kenya, Dominica, St. Lucia, and Montenegro.
The college has made great efforts to become a greener institution and was the first Canadian college to sign the Talloires Declaration, a 10-point action plan for incorporating sustainability and environmental literacy in teaching, research, operations and outreach at colleges and universities.
Notable alumni include Jon Cassar, the Emmy-winning Hollywood producer and director of the TV series 24, comedian Jon Dore and TSN Reporter James Cybulski.
