Welcome to the alumni family, ABSC graduates!

On Oct. 8, Georgian College celebrated the achievements of Automotive Business School of Canada (ABSC) graduates at a convocation ceremony at the Barrie Campus. As the next generation of automotive industry professionals, these graduates are ready to put their knowledge, skills and passion into action, helping drive the future of the automotive sector.

The ceremony also honoured Bev Goodman, President and CEO of Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, with an honorary degree.

Following the ceremony, graduates celebrated with family, friends and faculty at a reception generously sponsored by PBS Systems.

A warm welcome to our newest Georgian alumni. We're so proud to have you join our growing alumni community and can't wait to see where your journeys take you next. Keep an eye on your inbox for a special Alumni Association welcome message coming your way soon.

Georgian alumni shine at Barrie Chamber of Commerce Business Awards

Georgian College alumni were among those recognized at the Barrie Chamber of Commerce Business Awards on Oct. 23, celebrating outstanding local businesses and professionals whose talent, leadership, innovation and community spirit are helping the region thrive.

Congratulations to the Georgian graduates recognized with awards:

• Lisa Bertram (class of 1989 and 1990), President of Bertram Construction – Pay It Forward Award, recognizing Bertram Construction.
• Gillian Vincent (class of 2001), Senior Private Banker, BMO Private Wealth – Employee of the Year.
• Kelsea Dale (class of 2013), Owner of Royal Paws Pet Services – Young Professional of the Year.
• Becky Bartley (class of 2016) and Kelsey Streef (class of 2014), Co-Founders of NuLeaf Veterinary Group, alongside fellow co-founder Dr. Michael Bondar – New Business Award, recognizing NuLeaf Veterinary Group.

Georgian President and CEO Kevin Weaver had the honour of presenting the Young Professional of the Year award, which went to Georgian graduate Kelsea Dale.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees, and to the Barrie Chamber of Commerce on 100 years of supporting local businesses and strengthening the community.

Know a Georgian graduate who's making an impact or being recognized for their achievements? We'd love to hear about them and share their success with the Georgian alumni community!

New leadership and members welcomed to Alumni Association Executive Council

Georgian's Advancement and Alumni Relations team is pleased to welcome new leadership and members to the Alumni Association Executive Council (AAEC).

Alison Houston (class of 2007) steps into the role of Chair after serving as Vice Chair, building on her longstanding commitment to Georgian. Current council member Danny Sabourin (class of 1996 and 1997) takes on the role of Vice Chair.

The council also welcomes two new members: Mahnoor Khokhar (class of 2019) and Takondwa Harton Maliki, who joins as the Georgian College Students' Association (GCSA) representative.

Together with existing council members, they will help strengthen connections between Georgian's students, graduates and alumni community while supporting opportunities for alumni engagement and involvement.

Georgian extends sincere thanks to outgoing Chair Jeff Czetwerzuk (class of 2019), for his leadership and dedication. Jeff has been a strong advocate for Georgian alumni. His contributions are greatly appreciated, and he will continue to support the council as Past Chair.

Celebrating Georgian's new Schulich Builders

Georgian College is proud to welcome its third cohort of 10 Schulich Builders in 2026. These exceptional students are pursuing careers in the skilled trades with support from The Schulich Foundation.

The Schulich Builders Scholarships for Skilled Trades provide $20,000 for one-year certificate programs and $40,000 for two-year diploma programs, helping students cover tuition, tools and living expenses.

Since the program launched at Georgian in 2024, 30 students across more than a dozen skilled trades programs have received scholarships. With graduates from the first cohort now working in the skilled trades, the program is already helping build the next generation of professionals contributing to Ontario's communities and industries.

Georgian Open House: Explore new opportunities or inspire future students

Whether you're thinking about returning to school, exploring new career opportunities or have children or grandchildren considering their postsecondary options, there's something for everyone at Georgian's Open House on Saturday, Nov. 14, at our Barrie, Midland, Orangeville and Owen Sound campuses!

Discover opportunities to advance your career or take your education in a new direction, including graduate certificates, diplomas, degrees, pathways to further education and continuing education options.

Want to give back? We're also looking for enthusiastic alumni volunteers to share their Georgian experiences, connect with future students and help showcase what makes our community special. Register to volunteer here.

Honouring service and sacrifice

At the Barrie Campus, a Remembrance Day ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 10:40 a.m. at the cenotaph outside the Student Services Centre (C building). Alumni are welcome to attend. Parking will be complimentary during the morning.

National Indigenous Veterans Day recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people who served in Canada’s military and also raises awareness of the inequities many Indigenous veterans faced in accessing benefits and rights upon returning home.

Commemorative activities and observances will also take place at other Georgian campuses throughout Veterans' Week.

Alumni invited to celebrate printmaking at upcoming exhibition

Pictured: Tim Laurin. Untitled Landscape. Monotype woodblock. 2023. 40” x 60”. Image courtesy of the artist.

Georgian alumni are among the talented artists featured in On Repeat, a new exhibition celebrating large-scale woodblock printmaking at The Campus Gallery, located at the Barrie Campus.

Running from Nov. 6 to 29, the exhibition brings together Georgian students, alumni, faculty and Ontario-based artists to explore traditional relief printmaking techniques, including the use of lawn rollers to create large-scale works. The exhibition is part of Barrie's Print Fest.

Alumni are invited to visit the gallery, observe lawn-rolled printmaking on Nov. 17 and 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. or attend the closing reception on Thursday, Nov. 26, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The Campus Gallery is located in Room 140 of the Helen and Arch Brown Centre for Design and Visual Arts (D building) at the Barrie Campus.

Host your holiday gathering at Georgian

Planning a holiday gathering? Georgian Conference and Event Services can help bring it together with versatile event spaces, customized catering and event-planning support for corporate functions, staff appreciation events and private celebrations.

And the benefits extend beyond the holiday season. Georgian alumni receive 20 per cent off their first meeting room rental* and 15 per cent off subsequent rentals, making Georgian a great place to bring colleagues, friends or family together throughout the year.

Explore Georgian’s holiday packages and event services and let us help host your next event on campus. Complete our event request form to connect with our team and start planning your celebration.

*Excluding holiday package bookings.

Cozy up to great alumni perks

Being a Georgian alum comes with some great perks! From shopping and travel to professional development, your alumni benefits can help you save throughout the year.

We're excited to welcome Action First Aid as our newest alumni benefits partner, offering Georgian alumni savings on a variety of courses, including first aid, CPR and AED training.

Planning for winter? Don't forget to explore your alumni benefits with SoftMoc, Park'N Fly and CAA. Whether you're shopping for boots, heading to the airport or hitting the road, your alumni perks can help you save along the way.

These are just a few of the great offers available to Georgian graduates. Make the most of your alumni benefits this season!

Stay cozy and safe this season with fire safety tips from belairdirect

It's time to cozy up by the fireplace and indulge in some pumpkin spice everything as we embrace autumn and prepare for winter. As we spend more time indoors, fire safety should be top of mind. A recent survey revealed that while Canadians are vigilant about fire prevention, there are still some gaps to address. Here are some simple tips to help keep our homes safe and warm this winter.

Georgian recognizes days of significance

Throughout November, Georgian recognizes several important days of significance, creating opportunities for our community to learn, reflect and build awareness. These include Treaties Recognition Week, International Inuit Day, Indigenous Veterans Day, Rock Your Mocs Week, Remembrance Day, Transgender Day of Remembrance and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

Recognizing these days reflects Georgian's ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and to creating a community where everyone feels seen, heard and knows they belong.