Career Development & Education Support

Education

Explore programs offered by colleges and universities across Canada to help CAF members, Veterans, and their families achieve their academic goals. This section highlights pathways for career advancement through recognized credentials and flexible learning options.

• Algonquin College | Pembroke Campus

  Located near Garrison Petawawa, the Pembroke Campus offers dedicated support for CAF members, Veterans, and military families. Through a formal collaboration with the Garrison, the campus provides tailored services including military bursaries, transportation allowances, and career transition support. 
  
  Financial aid options include Project Hero and the Ottawa Senators Military Bursary, while programs like “Success Strategies for Military Spouses” help build confidence and readiness for post-secondary education or new career paths. 
  
  For more information, visit Military Support - Pembroke Campus
  
  pemgeninfo@algonquincollege.com
  613-735-4700
  
  Location: 1 College Way, Pembroke, ON K8A 0C8
  Language: English
  Service Delivery: In-person and online resources
  Cost: Varies by program. 
  
  Audience(s):
  CAF members, Veterans, Spouses

• British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

  BCIT is a public polytechnic institute located in British Columbia, Canada, offering applied education via certificates, diplomas, bachelor's degrees and micro-credentials across fields such as business, computing, health sciences, engineering, trades and transportation.
   
  For more information visit, BCIT.

  Telephone: 604-434-5734
  Toll-free (Can/US): 1-866-434-1610
  Additional contact info.
  
  Location: Main campus in Burnaby, BC, with additional campuses in Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver and Delta.
  Language: English
  Service Delivery: Primarily on-campus in-person with many applied labs, workshops and hands-on training; also offers part-time, flexible and online/hybrid options.
  Cost: Standard tuition applies, costs will vary by program.
  
  Audience:
  Current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF),  Veterans,  reservists who are transitioning to civilian education and careers.

• Fanshawe College | Military-Connected College
  Fanshawe College is Canada’s first officially designated Military-Connected College, offering comprehensive support to CAF members, Veterans, Reservists, and their families. The initiative includes academic credit for military experience, individualized advising, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), and access to bursaries and scholarships. Programs like the Civilian Military Leadership Pilot Initiative (CMLPI) and the Military-Connected Student in Trades Pilot Program (MCSTPP) help students transition into skilled trades and civilian careers. Fanshawe also partners with Helmets to Hardhats and MSEN to expand employment and education pathways.
  
  For more information, visit Military-Connected College | Fanshawe College
  
  Contact Info. 
  519-452-4430
  
  Location: 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd. London, Ontario N5Y 5R6
  Language: English
  Service Delivery: In-person and online support
  Cost: Varies by program. Participants may qualify for bursaries, scholarships, and funding through Veterans Affairs Canada, Helmets to Hardhats, and other support programs.
  
  Audience(s): 
  CAF members, Veterans, Reservists, CAF spouses.
• Georgian College | Military-Connected College
  Georgian College is committed to supporting military-connected learners - including currently serving CAF members, Veterans, Reservists, DND civil servants, and their families - through a barrier-free and inclusive academic environment. Designated a military-connected college in 2022, Georgian offers flexible course delivery, credit recognition for military experience, mental health supports, and a Military Veterans Club. 
  
  The college also collaborates with other Ontario institutions to streamline credit transfers and enrollment for students affected by postings or relocations.
  
  For more information, visit Georgian College | Military-Connected College
  
  militaryconnected@georgiancollege.ca
  705-728-1968 
  
  Location: Barrie, Muskoka, Orillia, Midland, Orangeville, and Owen Sound, Ontario
  Language: English
  Service Delivery:  In-person, online, synchronous and asynchronous options (GC Flex model)
  Cost: Varies by program. Participants may qualify for financial aid, bursaries, and other opportunities.
  
  Audience(s):
  CAF members, Veterans, Reservists, DND civil servants, CAF spouses, military-connected students