Northlands College has announced a collaboration with Fond du Lac Denesuline First Nation, aimed at expanding educational opportunities for residents of Fond du Lac and surrounding communities.
Programs that will be avalible in the community include the following:
- Bachelor’s in arts, Social Work and Education
- Diplomas in Liberal Arts and Administration
- Master’s Programs in Business Administration
- Adult Essential Skills Programs
- Flexible Learning Options
Northlands College has a goal to reduce barriers to higher education in the north and hopes offering the programs locally will make sure communities have the resources and support needed to achieve their academic goals.
“We are proud to celebrate our collaboration with Fond du Lac First Nation to provide higher education opportunities to northern communities,” said Karsten Henriksen, President & CEO of Northlands College. “Northlands College is honored to work with First Nation communities and will continue to provide quality education and skill development pathways to Northern residents. This partnership reflects the college’s 2023-2028 strategic plan aimed to support the aspirational goals of Northern communities.”
The Government of Saskatchewan is also investing $310,000 through Northlands College’s 2024-25 operating and program grants.
“We are proud to support initiatives that inspire people and create more opportunities to learn closer to home,” Advanced Education Minister Colleen Young said. “Partnerships like this, combined with sustainable funding and programs for those who wish to pursue post-secondary education across all areas of the province, are essential to the continued growth and strength of our province.”