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Jan 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
College of the North Atlantic Strategic Plan 2026-2029
This Strategic Plan for College of the North Atlantic outlines the institution's direction for 2026-2029, focusing on three key priority areas: academic program flexibility, artificial intelligence in teaching and learning, and student retention. The plan aims to enhance educational offerings by researching and implementing flexible learning pathways, ethically integrating AI into prioritized programs, and developing strategies to improve student retention and engagement. The ultimate vision is to inspire students' journeys and contribute significantly to public post-secondary education in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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The meeting addressed several agenda items, including a motion to accept the agenda with revisions and the approval of the consent agenda, which contained the draft minutes from the October 9, 2025, Board Meeting. Key discussions involved tuition and fee increases across various categories (tuition, general fees, residence fees) by 3.98%, with provisos for further analysis on residence fees and food price increases. The Board received presentations on Leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence for Teaching and Learning, 2024-2025 Key Performance Indicators scorecard results, and the November 2025 Strategic Plan update. The Finance Committee Report highlighted a presentation on HR Review, the status of the internal quality plan, and a quarterly financial update ending September 30th. The Foundation update noted full staffing and a completed proposal to Cenovus Energy. The Executive Committee reported on Board Composition as a risk area. The Governance Committee reviewed the Learning Request Form, and the Quality Committee focused on KPI reviews, ongoing program assessments, accreditations, and outstanding faculty recruitment and retention risks, particularly for Mining Technician and Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Mechanic instructors.
Oct 9, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Governors Meeting
The meeting included updates from the Board Chair and President, a presentation on student enrollment for 2025-2026, and a presentation on Strategic Enrollment Management. There was also an update on the Strategic Plan for 2023-2026, reports from the Executive, Finance, and Quality Committees, and a discussion on Policy GP-F-401 Contractual Agreements. The Board moved to an in-camera session and confirmed upcoming meeting dates.
Jul 30, 2025·StrategicPlan
Board
College Of The North Atlantic Annual Report 2023-2026
This annual report details the progress of the College of the North Atlantic's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, which serves as a roadmap for the institution's long-term direction. The plan is structured around three core strategic pillars: empowering through equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) by fostering an inclusive culture and supporting diverse communities; advancing teaching and learning approaches through innovative, applied, and experiential methods, including new credentials and work-integrated learning; and setting the course for sustainable development and growth by integrating sustainability principles across programs and operations, with a focus on green energy and industry collaboration. The overarching goal is to provide high-quality education, drive applied research, and meet evolving workforce demands.
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