Northlands College has campuses in Buffalo Narrows, Creighton and La Ronge. (Derek Cornet/larongeNOW Staff)

By Derek Cornet

education

Northlands College launches new strategic plan

Sep 26, 2023 | 2:23 PM

Northlands College has announce the launch of its 2023-2028 strategic plan.

The announcement marks a turning point for Northlands, marked by program expansions, cutting-edge technological enhancements, enhanced learner support services, a surge in enrolment, and the unveiling of a five-year strategic roadmap.

Karsten Henriksen, president and CEO of Northlands College, stated the strategic plan is the result of extensive engagement with northern communities, industry leaders, dedicated faculty, and staff throughout the vast expanse of northern Saskatchewan.

“It not only shapes the college’s strategic trajectory, but also serves as a guiding light for northern Saskatchewan,” a media release issued Tuesday states.

The college’s new strategic plan introduces a new vision to develop learners to live, work, and lead in northern Saskatchewan, and a new mission statement with focuses on nurturing northern learners to thrive in their communities and to participate in the northern economy by offering practical, innovative education that embraces cultural identity and meets workforce needs.

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In addition to this vision and mission, Northlands College will embrace five core values including accountability, integrity, culture, sustainability, and putting people first. These value are action-oriented principles that will guide every facet of college life, from academics to operations.

Nick Daigneault, chair of the Northlands College board of governors noted for the first time, the educational institution has actively engaged with Elders in the development of the strategic plan.

He emphasized the board’s overwhelming satisfaction with the college’s four new pillars such as transformational learning, learners first, our people and the North. These pillars are the cornerstones upon which the college’s vision will be built, ensuring a future for Northlands and the communities it serves.

The release of the 2023-2028 strategic plan is a milestone and Northlands College invites all stakeholders to join them on this exciting journey towards excellence in education, cultural enrichment, and sustainable growth.

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derek.cornet@pattisonmedia.com