Education Committee Meeting
Friday, January 16, 2026 (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (EST)
Description
Event Title:
Post-Secondary Education in Canada: The Challenges and Promises
Date & Time:
1:00 PM Eastern Time | Virtual Event
Overview:
Join the CFUW Education Committee for an engaging learning opportunity during the first hour of their meeting. This special session will focus on Post-Secondary Education in Canada, exploring its vital role in social well-being, economic development, and innovation.
What to Expect:
- Facilitator: Linda Coles
- Special Guests: Experts sharing insights and perspectives
- Format: Presentation followed by interactive discussion
Canada leads the world in education, with over 57% of adults holding a tertiary degree (OECD, 2022). Discover the challenges and promises shaping universities, colleges, and polytechnics today—and join the conversation!
Who’s Invited:
CFUW Members are welcome as guests for this one-hour learning session.
Reflection Questions:
Canada can achieve a more relevant, equitable, resilient, and innovation-driven post-secondary system and a workforce that is globally competitive. However, to do this, there is a need to consider:
- How can universities ensure sustainable funding models for post-secondary institutions that can:
- Expand affordable student housing
- Strengthen campus mental health services
- Expand connections and alignment between education, industry, and government
- Continue to advance reconciliation and culturally responsive education
How to Join:
The Zoom link for this event can be found in the latest edition of the CFUW Club Action Newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter, check your emails or the CFUW Member's Drive. Feel free to email vpeducation@cfuw.ca for the link as well.