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Polytechnics Canada

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We are the voice of leading research-intensive, publicly funded polytechnics, colleges and institutes of technology.

Ottawa, Ontario

Higher Education
11–50 people

About

Polytechnics Canada is the voice of leading research-intensive, publicly supported polytechnics, colleges and institutes of technology. We are dedicated to helping colleges and industry create jobs for tomorrow. Located in Canada’s key economic regions, the current thirteen member colleges and institutes of Polytechnics Canada are: British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), SAIT, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Red River College, Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), Conestoga Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Fanshawe College, Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, George Brown College, Seneca College and Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology. Polytechnics Canada conducts public policy research, development, and analysis. We do not execute any programs, grants or contribution agreements. Polytechnics Canada is entirely member-funded. We do not receive any government funding. Polytechnics Canada is an association. We do not offer any academic programming. We do not accredit or certify any educational programs.

Open positions

Director of Policy

On-site · Ottawa

Develop and execute advocacy and government relations initiatives aligned with Polytechnics Canada’s strategic objectives, while building relationships with government officials and external stakeholders. Lead the policy team, produce policy and communications materials, monitor emerging issues, and support partnerships and risk-mitigation efforts.