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October 22, 2026
Conestoga celebrates fall 2026 graduates and award recipients at convocation

Conestoga will celebrate the achievements of its newest graduates during fall convocation ceremonies from October 26 to 28.


October 21, 2026
Medical laboratory programs receive accreditation

Conestoga’s Medical Laboratory Science and Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician programs were recently accredited by EQual. With this accreditation, graduates are eligible


October 16, 2026
Digital badges give Conestoga micro-credential students a new way to showcase their skills

Conestoga students who complete a micro-credential can showcase their newly acquired skills and competencies through a digital badge designed to


October 15, 2026
Conestoga to lead research projects supporting biotechnology and food innovation research

The Conestoga Food Research & Innovation Lab (CFRIL) and the Conestoga Biotechnology Research & Innovation Hub (BioHub) have been awarded


October 9, 2026
Conestoga graduate captures memories of Waterloo Region in new book

A Conestoga graduate is using his creative talents to capture the places and memories that have helped shape Kitchener-Waterloo.


October 2, 2026
World-renowned gelato maker brings Italian tradition to Conestoga

Conestoga students and industry partners had the opportunity to learn from one of the world's leading artisanal gelato makers as


October 2, 2026
Conestoga-developed resources support family caregivers of people living with dementia

Conestoga’s Centre for Health Care Research & Innovation has launched free online resources designed to provide practical, accessible education for


September 25, 2026
Conestoga recognized by Electrical Safety Authority for commitment to electrical safety

Conestoga has been recognized by the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) for its longstanding commitment to incorporating electrical safety education into


September 24, 2026
World Cuisine events bring international flavours to Waterloo campus

Conestoga’s School of Hospitality & Culinary Arts is bringing flavours from around the world to student-run restaurant Bloom as part


September 21, 2026
2025 Alumni of Distinction announced

Twelve exceptional Conestoga graduates have been recognized for their professional achievements, leadership and community impact with a 2025 Alumni of


September 18, 2026
Bachelor of Design graduating students showcase creative work at Revolution

Graduating students in Conestoga’s Bachelor of Design (BDes) program celebrated their achievements and presented their work at Revolution, the 2026


September 12, 2026
Best-of-program projects celebrated at Tech Showcase

Student projects from 11 programs across the schools of Engineering & Technology and Applied Computer Science & Information Technology were


September 11, 2026
Conestoga graduate recognized with 2026 CSI x CEC Venture Award

Conestoga graduate Solomon Koomson has been recognized with a 2026 CSI x CEC Venture Award for his work developing Klosa


September 11, 2026
Conestoga graduate receives international recognition for leadership in open education

Conestoga graduate Girish Bhuteja has received international recognition for his contributions to open education and efforts to make learning more


September 4, 2026
New installation highlights students' achievements at Skills Ontario

A new woodworking installation adorns one of the hallways at the Conestoga Skilled Trades Campus. Created as a collaboration between


September 4, 2026
Conestoga welcomes students for fall 2026

Conestoga welcomed new and returning students to campuses and learning locations this past week for the start of the fall


August 28, 2026
Students present innovative projects at Mechanical Capstone Showcase

The Mechanical Capstone Showcase presented innovative technical projects developed by students from Conestoga's School of Engineering & Technology. The event


August 21, 2026
Woodworking showcase highlights student talent and creativity

Students from Conestoga's Woodworking Technology program displayed their capstone projects on August 19 at the Woodworking Centre of Ontario, located


July 31, 2026
RBC-funded workshops support CICE students' and grads' transition to work life

Two workshops help prepare Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) students and graduates for career options after college. Delivered by


July 14, 2026
Conestoga Gig Marketplace surpasses $1 million in freelance services

Conestoga students and alumni are turning their skills into businesses while supporting organizations across Waterloo Region through the Conestoga Entrepreneurship