Founded in 1972, Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) serves as the national and international voice of Canada’s largest post-secondary education network, representing 138 publicly funded community colleges, technical universities, Cégeps, institutes of technology, polytechnics, and specialized institutes. Globally, we lead workforce development initiatives, with a particular focus on empowering women and marginalized communities. Partnering with governments and the private sector, we drive innovation, upskill workforces, and champion the shift to a green economy for progress and prosperity.”