For Parents

You are an important influence.

As a parent, you know that postsecondary education for your child is an important decision. Research shows that parents have the most influence on their children's careers and post-secondary education decisions.  According to a recent study, 70% of all jobs require post-secondary education.

We have found that the best education happens in a fun, interactive environment and that is exactly what Confederation College offers.  Your son or daughter will gain practical knowledge in the classroom as well as in the workplace where it matters most.

Confederation College gives students the chance to engage themselves today, and engage the world tomorrow.  Your son or daughter's college education is an investment in their future but an investment in knowledge always pays the best interest!

Please see below for our Parent's Handbook.

2010 Parent Handbook Web

• Welcome to Parents from President Patricia Lang ...
• Employers Like Our Graduates the Best.
  Confederation College was the number one college in Ontario for employer satisfaction (2008 KPI).  We were also number one amongst Ontario colleges for “Application Growth” (2009).
• Record Enrolment 2009 marks the largest enrolment in Confederation College history!
• Learning for the Individual
  Confederation College values each student and we strive to meet the needs of every one of them.
• Earn While They Learn
  We have a Campus Employment Service that provides many students with the opportunity to work and gain valuable experience right on campus.
• Jobs After Graduation
  Over 92% of our graduates found employment within the first six months of graduation (2008 Graduate Employment Report).
• Cooperative Education and Field Placements
  In many programs, Confederation College offers experiences with employers (Cooperative Education or Field Placements). Your son or daughter may meet their future boss.
• Career & Placement Services
  Our Career & Placement Services Department  is able to assist students with pursuing employment opportunities. Many employers meet their hiring needs through the use of our recruitment services and our Job Bank.
• Public Safety on Campus
  The health and safety of our college community is critically important to us. Campus Security Partners are well-trained professionals, looking out for the well-being of all community members and for the security of our facilities. Using state-of-the-art security systems including video surveillance, access control, public address systems, urgent assistance call buttons, and emergency phones, help is always close by.  During the fall and winter semesters, the Campus Response Team (mobile first aid) and the Campus Walk Team (escorts between buildings, vehicles and bus stops) are here to help too!
  For more information …
• Parent Night @ Sibley Hall Campus Residence
  There is a special session geared especially for parents during the “Move In Weekend” in late August when students arrive at Sibley Hall Residence.
• Special Needs
  For students with various special needs, our Learning Centre has many services and devices to help students succeed at college. Please call us at (807) 475-6618 or 475-6669 for more information.
• Respect Lives Here
  Confederation College encourages and promotes respect and the acceptance of diversity: race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, intellectual capacity, body shape, disability, age, family background, parental status and socio-economic background. It’s about Respect.
  For more information …
• Student Progress Monitoring - as a parent or guardian, you are naturally interested in monitoring your son or daughter's progress and success at college. Your support and interest is great and needed, but remember that they are now adults, and as such, we are not able (by law) to discuss their progress directly with you without their involvement and consent. You must work through the student on all matters involving confidentiality.
• Serving the Educational Needs of Northwestern Ontario & Beyond
  Confederation College exists to ensure successful learners, productive employees and to help build community development and capacity in Northwestern Ontario and beyond.
  College Mission Statement ...
• Next Steps - If you are not sure about the next steps for your son or daughter, please call one of our Enrolment Advisors. Call today (807) 475-6110.
• Book a Campus Tour
• Women in Technology - Bring IT On website - by the Ontario Women's Directorate and Status of Women Canada to increase female enrolment in tech programs.