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Nine young African refugees completed two months of hospitality industry training at �þ���Ƶ College and were guaranteed job placements in Tofino, as part of the new HIRES program.

This award recognizes���þ���Ƶ's��commitment to fostering global awareness, cultural exchange, and student success through its innovative and impactful international programs and initiatives.��

"The Excellence in Global Engagement Awards are an important part of our mission at CiCan to celebrate and encourage internationalization in colleges and institutes across Canada, and we are proud to honor �þ���Ƶ College for their exceptional work in this area,” says Denise Amyot, President and CEO of Colleges Institutes Canada. "Their commitment to providing students with opportunities to learn and grow through international experiences is truly inspiring."

�þ���Ƶ has a long-standing tradition of global engagement, offering students the opportunity to study abroad��and engage in cross-cultural experiences. This award further confirms���þ���Ƶ's��commitment to providing its students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing and interconnected world.��

“We are thrilled to receive this award and be recognized for our commitment to global engagement," says��Dr. Lane Trotter,���þ���Ƶ president. "At �þ���Ƶ, we believe that international education is a critical component of a well-rounded education, and we are dedicated to providing students with opportunities to learn, grow, and engage with people from all over the world."

The Excellence in Global Engagement award will be presented��at this year’s World Congress, held in��Montreal today, April 24, 2023.���þ���Ƶ��looks forward to continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of students and communities around the world through its commitment to international education and cultural exchange.��