College News

(Fort McMurray, AB – May 22, 2025) The Bouchier Indigenous Student Centre, a newly created campus space at Keyano College, is now officially open, embodying the voices and stories of Indigenous peoples. The space was informed by extensive consultation with Elders, First Nations, local Métis communities, Indigenous leaders, staff, and students, making it a true reflection of collective Indigenous narratives. 
The creation of the Bouchier Indigenous Student...
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May 6, 2025, Fort McMurray
Keyano College proudly celebrates 60 incredible years of learning, leadership, and community spirit. Since opening its doors in 1965 as the Alberta Vocational Centre and officially becoming Keyano College on May 9, 1975, our institution has been rooted in a powerful mission: to uplift northern Albertans by equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. 
Before 1965, the people of Northern Alberta, many of...
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Keyano College is proud to announce the establishment of the Indigenous Advisory Circle (IAC), a significant initiative designed to foster a rich environment of dialogue and understanding between the institution and Indigenous communities. This Circle aims to integrate Indigenous wisdom and kinship into college policy, programming, and cultural practices. 
The establishment of the IAC acknowledges Wood Buffalo's vibrant history, heritage, and culture and recognizes...
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Keyano College was proud to host the annual Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition, held March 13-15. Eleven teams from post-secondary institutions throughout Alberta competed, analyzing and presenting solutions to a real-world live business case provided by Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM). Portage College earned first place, with Medicine Hat College and NAIT securing second and third place, respectively.
This year’s competition theme focused on travel...
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March 14, 2025, Fort McMurray, Alberta –Education in northern Alberta is now more connected than ever thanks to a collaborative agreement between five post-secondary institutions.
Keyano College, Lakeland College, Northern Lakes College, Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP), and Portage College today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to broaden educational pathways for students in Alberta’s northernmost communities.
The agreement fosters strategic collaboration...
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