11 Rewarding Career Paths for Practical Nurses in Alberta

Apr 23, 2025 | Blog, Health Care Programs

Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Alberta can lead to a rewarding, dynamic career across a wide variety of healthcare environments. Whether your passion lies in direct patient care, community outreach, mental health, or even aesthetics, an LPN designation...

Helping Families in Need: Columbia College Childcare Backs Diaper Drive

Apr 27, 2023 | Blog

Every parent knows that diapers are an essential item for any baby, but for many families, the cost of diapers can be a financial burden. In fact, diapers are one of the most requested items at food banks across Canada, and the Calgary Food Bank has been working hard...

Columbia College’s Dr. Tom Snell Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Education

Jan 27, 2023 | Blog

Columbia College President, Dr. Tom Snell, Awarded Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal for Exceptional Contributions to Education Columbia College is proud to announce that our President, Dr. Tom Snell, has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal....

Why Education Matters: Celebrating International Day of Education

Jan 23, 2023 | Blog, News & Events

A simple but powerful directive: “To invest in people, prioritize education.”             On this day five years ago, the United Nations General Assembly declared January 24th to be the International Day of Education in commemoration of the role that education plays...

Home for Dinner: Columbia College Supports Families in Need

Dec 8, 2022 | Blog

The Ronald McDonald HouseRecently, a dedicated team from Columbia College had the chance to experience the warmth and compassion of the Ronald McDonald House in Calgary, and it proved to be a truly rewarding and fulfilling experience.The Ronald McDonald House...