2022
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Farrier Instructors First to Take National Industry Test
Posted December 19, 2022
Two faculty members of the Farrier Science certificate program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology were in the first group of professionals to attend the new Association of Farrier Trainers of Canada (AFTC) exam in spring 2022.
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New President, Dr. Ben Cecil, excited to join Olds College Team
Posted December 07, 2022
On Nov. 2, 2022, Leona Staples, Chair, Olds College Board of Governors, announced the 14th President of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology – Dr. Ben Cecil. The Board of Governors conducted a nation-wide executive search to find the College’s next President.
- Trades Student Receives Award from Bumper to Bumper Posted December 01, 2022
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Calgary Board of Education Partners with Olds College to Bring Agriculture Technology Programs to Urban Learners
Posted November 15, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture Technology is teaming up with the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) to bring agriculture technology classes to Calgary high school students.
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Board Member inducted into Canadian Agriculture Hall of Fame
Posted November 10, 2022
Olds College would like to congratulate Mabel Hamilton, Board Member on her induction into the Canadian Agriculture Hall of Fame.
- Olds College Welcomes New President Posted November 02, 2022
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Olds College Partners with SaskTel on their Saskatchewan Smart Farm
Posted October 13, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and SaskTel have signed a memorandum of understanding that will see the two organizations come together to work on solving some of the largest challenges currently facing agriculture technology, including rural connectivity.
- Olds College launches New Agriculture Communications Certificate Posted October 11, 2022
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Official Grand Opening of the Werklund Agriculture and Technology Centre
Posted October 06, 2022
On October 5, 2022 over 200 guests gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Werklund Agriculture and Technology Centre, a modern facility designed to enhance the student experience through high-tech learning spaces.
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Olds College launches New Equine Care & Management Certificate
Posted October 05, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is launching a new Equine Care & Management Certificate for fall 2024. Offered through the College’s School of Life Science and Business, the new one-year program prepares students for a rewarding career in the equine sector through hands-on labs, classroom lectures and work-integrated learning.
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Olds College Launches New Broncos Varsity Esports Team
Posted September 28, 2022
Esport student athletes will compete out of the new esports lab in the Bell E-Learning Centre, which features 12 Dell XPS8940 computers and Alienware peripherals.
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New Agriculture Technology Building Named after Philanthropists David Werklund and Susan Norman-Werklund
Posted September 22, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce its newest learning facility will be named after Dave Werklund and Susan Norman-Werklund in recognition of their leadership investment and unrelenting support that has transformed the College into one of Canada’s premiere agriculture and agri-food learning and research institutions.
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New Dean, Werklund School of Agriculture Technology joins the College
Posted September 08, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to welcome Jay Steeves into the role of Dean of the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology. Steeves comes to the College with over 23 years of experience in the field of education, including leadership roles with Chinook’s Edge School Division.
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Olds College Celebrates Installation of Pride Crosswalk
Posted September 02, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture and Technology celebrated the installation of the first pride crosswalk in Olds, Alberta. In front of a crowd of students, staff and faculty, a rainbow ribbon was cut to celebrate the pride crosswalk located on the College campus. ...more
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Introducing Olds College of Agriculture & Technology - New Brand Unveiled
Posted August 30, 2022
Introducing Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, a technical institution offering industry demand-driven programming with an intensive focus on agriculture and technology. Activating. Real. Purposeful. The new brand for Olds College of Agriculture & Technology captivates all of the amazing work that the College does to drive innovation in agriculture.
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2021 and 2022 Hall of Fame and Merit Award Winners Inducted at AgSmart
Posted August 12, 2022
On August 10, 2022 at AgSmart an Induction Ceremony was held to celebrate the 2021 and 2022 Hall of Fame and Hall of Merit award winners....more
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AgSmart 2022 Growing into the Future
Posted August 11, 2022
From swarm robotics and genomic selection to expert educational sessions, food trucks and beer gardens, AgSmart 2022 had something for everyone. AgSmart welcomed over 2,880 people to the third edition of the two-day educational expo focused on agriculture technology and data across the sector - how to gather it, and how to use it to enhance productivity and profits. ...more
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Olds College and AFSC Partner to Drive Innovation in Agriculture
Posted August 09, 2022
Olds College and Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) have created a formal partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU). As part of the MOU, AFSC will provide support for applied research activities on the Olds College Smart Farm that will drive innovation in agriculture....more
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Learning in the Field at FCDC’s Lacombe Field Day
Posted August 04, 2022
Presented by Alberta Barley, over 240 people in attendance learned about the amazing research and industry collaboration that takes place at FCDC....more
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Olds College to Offer New Bachelor of Digital Agriculture Degree
Posted August 04, 2022
Olds College is excited to announce the approval of a new Bachelor of Digital Agriculture Degree. Offered through the College’s Werklund School of Agriculture Technology, the first intake of students in the Digital Ag degree will be on campus for fall 2023....more
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The 2022 Smart Farm Impact Report is Now Available!
Posted July 25, 2022
Sourced from a series of partner and stakeholder interviews, the Smart Farm Impact Report highlights the impact our industry-driven applied research, education and training is making in Alberta and beyond....more
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The Summer/Fall 2022 Edition of Horizons is Now Available!
Posted July 18, 2022
In this issue of Horizons, we talk about expanding the Smart Farm to encompass 3,600 acres and the growth of collaboration in our applied research activities. We announce our new certificate program in Agriculture Sales and Customer Support. We also celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of Convocation and the Olds College Class of 2022!
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Olds College Announces USask LFCE joins Smart Farm Network
Posted July 19, 2022
Olds College is pleased to announce the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence (LFCE) has joined the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network as the first expansion site.
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Olds College launches Agriculture Sales & Customer Support Certificate
Posted June 28, 2022
Olds College launches new certificate program in Agriculture Sales & Customer Support in alignment with ‘Alberta 2030: Building Skills for Jobs’ plan to expand apprenticeship-style programs.
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Learn in the Field at FCDC’s Lacombe Field Day
Posted June 23, 2022
Olds College and the Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) are thrilled to host the Lacombe Field Day on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.
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Holly Fortier awarded the 2022 Olds College Honorary Degree
Posted June 20, 2022
Olds College is pleased to award the 2022 Olds College Honorary Degree to Holly Fortier for her significant contributions through Indigenous Awareness Training.
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Olds College Celebrates Pride 2022
Posted June 17, 2022
To kick off Olds College Pride month activities, Olds College and Olds High School staff, faculty and students joined together to raise the pride flag on campus.
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Olds College celebrates the 107th graduating class in-person
Posted June 16, 2022
The Olds College community celebrated the 107th graduating class in-person as hundreds of graduates crossed the stage.
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Olds College Welcomes Dr. Kofi Agblor to the Field Crop Development Centre
Posted June 16, 2022
Olds College is pleased to announce that Dr. Kofi Agblor will be the new Program Director for the Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC).
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Olds College launches Ukrainian Student Program
Posted June 09, 2022
Olds College looks forward to welcoming two full-time Ukrainian students to campus as part of a sponsorship program developed in response to the conflict in Ukraine.
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Ag Data Science Camp returns for second year
Posted June 07, 2022
Offered free of charge to students in grades 11 and 12, the five day overnight camp delivers an immersive college experience to 20 students interested in exploring the power of data informed decision making to help transform the future of agriculture.
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Olds College Signs MOU with Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Posted May 30, 2022
Olds College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in joint activities on the Olds College Saskatchewan Smart Farm including student work-integrated learning, technology demonstration and validation, and applied research activities.
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Discovery Day Welcomed High School Students to Campus
Posted May 27, 2022
The Olds College campus was buzzing on May 12, 2022 with over one thousand high school students, teachers and parents attending Discovery Day!...more
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Olds College Receives Boost in Seats for Veterinary Technical Assistant Certificate
Posted May 25, 2022
Over the next three years, approximately 90 additional seats will be added to the Veterinary Technical Assistant certificate program.
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Olds College Welcomes New Energy Industry Chair, Noel Millions
Posted May 19, 2022
Olds College is pleased to welcome Noel Millions as the new Energy Industry Chair for the Surface Land Management major in the Land and Water Diploma program....more
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Olds College Announces Dr. Ray Block as Interim President
Posted May 17, 2022
Olds College Board of Governors is pleased to announce that Dr. Ray Block will be taking on the role of Interim President, effective August 2, 2022.
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Olds College and Red Deer Polytechnic Receive $1.6M from Alberta Innovates
Posted May 19, 2022
Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI) is continuing to support innovation in agriculture through a $1.6 million funding announcement made last week from Alberta Innovates through the Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN).
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Deep Ties with Olds College & Agriculture: Margery & George Steckler
Posted May 03, 2022
Farming runs deep for Margery Steckler and her late husband, George. Committed to the advancement of agriculture, farmers and education, this Didsbury couple has become a familiar name at Olds College.
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Campus Alberta Central Hires New Executive Director
Posted April 27, 2022
Red Deer Polytechnic and Olds College are pleased to welcome Cody McCarroll into the role of Executive Director for Campus Alberta Central (CAC). A joint venture between Olds College and Red Deer Polytechnic, Campus Alberta Central provides post-secondary programs to communities throughout the central Alberta region.
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Olds College Manager of Athletics Wins CICan Leadership Excellence Award
Posted April 26, 2022
Olds College is pleased to announce that Trina Radcliffe, Manager of Athletics, has been awarded the Leadership Excellence Award for Managerial Staff from Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). The CICan Awards of Excellence recognize best practices from institutions across the country, as well as individual leadership and achievements. ...more
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Second annual ‘A Celebration of Alberta Ag’ done and dusted!
Posted April 21, 2022
Hosted in the McLellan Arena on Olds College’s campus, the free two-hour live streamed event was once again emceed by Jeff Dyck, host of “The Big JD Morning Show” on 96.5 CKFM All Hitt Country, and featured live interviews, produced videos and performances by Alberta-bred, Nashville-based country music star Aaron Goodvin. The event also hosted approximately one hundred staff, faculty and students in-person.
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Stuart Cullum resigns as President of Olds College
Posted April 20, 2022
Stuart Cullum has announced he will be leaving his position as President of Olds College at the end of July 2022 to take the role as President of Red Deer Polytechnic....more
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Olds College Launches Two New Equine Certificates
Posted April 14, 2022
Olds College is excited to announce the launch of two brand new non-credit Equine Certificates developed to promote and provide standardization in the equine industry....more
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Smart Farm Receives Funding for Livestock Production Applied Research
Posted April 05, 2022
Olds College received $440,000 in funding from NSERC for enhancing climate change resiliency and environmental sustainability of the livestock industry.
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Highfield Investment Group Named Olds College 2022 Partner of the Year
Posted April 04, 2022
A diversified investment company, Highfield Investment Group began their partnership with Olds College in 2009 supporting student awards and athletics. Highfield Investment Group’s commitment to environmental sustainability led them to expand that partnership to support wetlands research at Olds College.
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Olds College Receives Generous $2 million Gift to Support Enhanced Student Learning
Posted March 29, 2022
The funds will go towards the development and delivery of enhanced academic programming and providing students with opportunities to attend conferences, forums, educational courses, guest lecturers and speakers.
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UFA and Olds College Announce the Pitch Competition Winner!
Posted March 28, 2022
United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd. (“UFA”) together with Olds College are pleased to announce the winner of the 2022 UFA Student Pitch Competition, Styn Nieuwenhuis.
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Preparing for Growth - Olds College Creates Campus Master Plan
Posted March 18, 2022
With two large construction projects underway (the Ag Tech Learning Hub set to open this September and the Animal Health Education Centre scheduled for fall 2023), and several more projects being planned, Olds College has created a Campus Master Plan to provide the institution with a roadmap for future growth and development of the campus.
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Accepting Applications for New Seed Varieties at FCDC!
Posted March 16, 2022
The Olds College Field Crop Development Center (FCDC) is now accepting applications for the commercialization of new seed varieties!
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A Celebration of Alberta Ag is Back — with special performance by Aaron Goodvin
Posted March 15, 2022
Olds College is excited to host its second A Celebration of Alberta Ag, a free two-hour live streamed event celebrating the resiliency of Alberta’s agriculture industry.
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Providing Programming to International Students Through New Partnerships
Posted March 14, 2022
Olds College instructors will teach the College’s Business Management Certificate in Drayton Valley to international students recruited to the program through Everest.
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Olds College Smart Farm Expanding Into Saskatchewan to Support Learners and Industry
Posted March 08, 2022
Olds College will be expanding its Smart Farm operations into Saskatchewan during the 2022 growing season thanks to a pledge of 800 acres of land west of Craik, SK, from Margery Steckler and her late husband, George Steckler.
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Olds College Response to 2022 Provincial Budget
Posted March 01, 2022
Olds College continues to work with the Government of Alberta and Alberta’s Post-Secondary community to deliver the education, training and applied research.
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Olds College Welcomes New AVP, Industry Solutions & Partnerships
Posted February 15, 2022
Olds College is pleased to welcome Todd Ormann to the role of Associate Vice President, Industry Solutions and Partnerships.
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Two Olds College Alumni Win Rotary Den Pitch Competition
Posted February 11, 2022
The virtual pitch competition showcases the strength of Olds College’s student entrepreneurs. Kadeema Jean was the first-place winner and took home $2,000 cash, and Wilson Schultz was the second-place winner who received $1,000 cash.
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Semi-finalists announced for the 2022 UFA Student Pitch Competition
Posted February 09, 2022
United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd. (UFA) is pleased to announce that Olds College students Abbey Taylor, Julie Cobb, Lauren McKamey, Styn Nieuwenhuis and Jasmine Bartelen have been named as semi-finalists in the third annual UFA Student Pitch Competition with Olds College.
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Improving Sustainability in Agriculture with Better Space Data from DragonEye Satellite
Posted February 07, 2022 MST
Olds College is excited to partner with Wyvern to improve sustainability in agriculture using high-resolution hyperspectral imagery with the upcoming launch of Wyvern’s DragonEye satellite.
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The Winter/Spring 2022 Edition of Horizons is Now Available!
Posted February 04, 2022
In this issue of Horizons, we highlight applied research on the Smart Farm which is at the heart of the Smart Ag Ecosystem at the College and has grown to include 2,800 acres of farmland, infrastructure, and staff who are experienced in ag technology research and development.
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New Ag Sales Certificate Launched in Response to Industry Need
Posted February 01, 2022
Applications are now being accepted for Olds College’s new Agriculture Sales Certificate. Offered through Continuing Education, the new credential was created with industry partners who identified a need for marketing and sales training specific to the agriculture industry.
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Olds College Named in the Top 50 Research Colleges
Posted January 27, 2022
Olds College is proud to be listed as one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges according to Research Infosource Inc. Olds College is one of five Alberta colleges that made the national list, and was also ranked in the top 10 of small size colleges for number of research partnerships and number of completed research projects.