The government is focused on working with universities and colleges to get better labour market outcomes for students, helping them innovate and compete at an international level, and ensuring the post-secondary system is working for all Albertans.
“Post-secondary institutions are home to some of our province’s brightest thinkers and problem-solvers. Together, we will determine the best ways to build the workforce of the future and support a stronger and growing economy.”
The minister’s travel schedule includes 18 colleges, universities and polytechnics. He will visit learning facilities and laboratories, learn more about daily operations, and invite feedback on a wide array of issues facing students and learning providers.
“While I have already had several meetings with post-secondary and student association leaders, it is important for me to visit each campus to engage with students, faculty, staff and leadership to listen and learn as the new minister.”
Minister Nicolaides will launch the tour on Sept. 3 and finish on Sept. 25.
Tour schedule
Tuesday, Sept. 3
- University of Alberta Augustana Campus
Wednesday, Sept. 4
- Lakeland College
- Concordia University of Edmonton
Thursday, Sept. 5
- Portage College
- Northern Lakes College
Friday, Sept. 6
- MacEwan University
Monday, Sept. 9
- Alberta University of the Arts
Tuesday, Sept. 10
- University of Calgary
- Bow Valley College
- Ambrose University
Wednesday, Sept. 11
- Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
- Mount Royal University
Thursday, Sept. 12
- Medicine Hat College
Friday, Sept. 13
- Lethbridge College
Saturday, Sept. 14
- Athabasca University
Wednesday, Sept. 18
- Keyano College
Thursday, Sept. 19
- Grande Prairie Regional College
Wednesday, Sept. 25
- Red Deer College