Community Report 2021: A Year in Review by Northern Lakes College

COMMUNITY REPORT 2021 A Ye a r i n R e v i e w

NEW BEGINNINGS. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.

At Northern Lakes College, we count our success one

student at a time.

2021 was a year of growth for Northern Lakes College! Our enrolment increased, we opened a new campus in Fox Creek, expanded service to the communities of Drayton Valley, Hinton, and Whitecourt, and moved into the new High Prairie Campus.

academic years, the rate of student enrolment from outside the service region grew from 37% to 46%. Despite the ongoing challenges provided by the COVID-19 pandemic, in the 2020-2021 academic year, we experienced enrolment growth, as more and more Albertans discovered our accessible SDL model. We also achieved a retention rate of 86%, proving that our innovation and support promotes the success of each and every one of our students.

Our unique, innovative, Supported Distance Learning (SDL) model ensures programs and services are accessible to students in rural and remote regions. Our students do not have to relocate to pursue their post-secondary goals. They do not have to move away from familial or community support systems, and can access our courses and programs from anywhere, as long as they are connected to the Internet.

Northern Lakes College is deeply committed to our stewardship region, which includes four Métis Settlements and 15 First Nations. The College is committed to operations and programming grounded in deep respect for Indigenous learners and communities, and to providing opportunities that enable students to continue their education, improve their employment opportunities, and enhance their quality of life.

The SDL model supports the NLC vision to be recognized as the first-choice, community-based college with the most accessible programs and services in Alberta. Our enrolment trends indicate students throughout Alberta are taking advantage of our accessibility. While the majority of our students reside within our service region, in the last two

As we reflect on the successes and challenges of 2021, one thing remains certain: At Northern Lakes College, we count our success one student at a time.

Daniel Vandermeulen Board Chair

Dr. Glenn Mitchell President & CEO

Northern Lakes College has the singular vision to provide the most accessible educational opportunities. No matter where you are, you can start here and

go anywhere. Let us inspire your new

beginnings and help create your endless possibilities.

Northern Lakes College respectfully acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 8 territory and Métis Nation of Alberta Regions 4, 5 and 6, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis Peoples. Community Report 2021

Archie Cunningham

COLLEGE COMMUNITY Archie Cunningham was a long-serving employee who embodied the values of Northern Lakes College. Archie retired from Northern Lakes College in 2008, after fulfilling the function of Community Liaison for 25 years, first with the Community Vocational Centres (CVC), and then with Northern Lakes College following amalgamation. Prior to that, Archie was a CVC Field Supervisor. Archie was a graduate of the Alberta Vocational College – Grouard (AVC-Grouard) Education Technician program in 1972, the second of eight cohorts that would be trained. Known as Ed Techs, the graduates were prepared to provide adult upgrading to the grade nine level in their home communities. Archie returned to his home community of Peavine to teach adult upgrading. Archie made his career at the institution, and went on to serve on the Northern Lakes College Board of Governors as a public member (2008 to 2010) and Chair (2010 to 2014). In his work, he truly personified the values of the College. Archie’s passing is a profound loss to the College community.

Archie’s commitment to community-based adult education was unwavering and will not be forgotten.

– Daniel Vandermeulen, Board Chair

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Chateh

High Level Fort Vermilion La Crete

Paddle Prairie

Loon River

Smoky River (McLennan)

Peace River Peavine

College Campuses Community Access Point (CAP) Sites

Peerless / Trout Lake

Cadotte Lake Atikameg

Stony Point (Wabasca)

Campus Alberta Partnerships

Gift Lake Grouard High Prairie

Valleyview

Slave Lake Driftpile East Prairie

Town of Hinton Partnership

Athabasca

Fox Creek

Whitecourt Hinton

Edmonton

Drayton Valley

Lloydminster

Calgary

Brooks Medicine Hat

Northern Lakes College is excited about the partnerships with the towns of Drayton Valley, Fox Creek, Hinton, and Whitecourt, and welcomes the opportunity to provide post-secondary programming to these communities. NLC seeks to provide the most accessible community-based learning opportunities and endeavours to find collaborative ways to support the provincial goal of increased participation in post-secondary education.

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INCREASING POST-SECONDARY ACCESS AND PARTICIPATION Following the announcement of a new education partnership with the Town of Hinton, Northern Lakes College began offering services to residents of the community in September 2021. The College’s unique Supported Distance Learning model, which allows students to study from home or work, effectively supports the distance education needs of the community. Comments Hinton Mayor, Marcel Michaels, “It’s extremely exciting to see partnerships that are adapting to the delivery of post-secondary education. This will give students a chance to gain essential skills while staying in Hinton.”

Serving the Town of Whitecourt In the fall of 2021, Northern Lakes College began serving the Town of Whitecourt. With a commitment to enhancing access to post-secondary education in rural communities, Northern Lakes College is a good fit for the Town of Whitecourt. With accessibility as a cornerstone value, and a proven Supported Distance Learning model that meets the challenges of rural Alberta communities, Northern Lakes College looks forward to providing the community with the post-secondary educational opportunities it needs to continue to grow and prosper.

Drayton Valley In September 2021, the Town of Drayton Valley and Northern Lakes College announced the signing of a multi-year lease for space at the Clean Energy Technology Centre (CETC). This agreement brings Northern Lakes College Supported Distance Learning programming to the CETC, continuing the Town’s pursuit of accessible education for rural Albertans. Northern Lakes College and the Town of Drayton Valley announced the partnership in November 2020, and the College began offering programming and services to the community in January 2021. Offering classroom space for distance learning students ensures access to the Internet and support for rural students who may not otherwise have the option to pursue online education. This arrangement also provides more opportunities for students who wish to stay in the community while pursuing post-secondary education. For the fall 2021 term, there were 14 students enrolled in 12 different Northern Lakes College programs. In addition, Northern Lakes College has hired a local, part-time Access Facilitator to support Drayton Valley students and to be the point of contact for students wishing to access the many support options available.

The numbers speak for themselves in telling the NLC accessibility story. Our Supported Distance Learning model means that we don’t need a full cohort of students in any specific program to make it accessible in a community. Drayton Valley students participate in classes with students from throughout Alberta. This dedication to accessibility is why, at Northern Lakes College, we count our success one student at a time.

-D r. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO

Fox Creek Campus In early 2021, Northern Lakes College opened a campus in Fox Creek. For the first time in its history, the community of Fox Creek has a post-secondary institution right at its doorstep. Most importantly, this means that residents are no longer required to travel to further their education. The new campus is located at the former Tourist Information Centre, and underwent renovations by Northern Lakes College in order to prepare a space conducive to learning. Community Report 2021

CAMPUS ALBERTA PARTNERSHIPS INCREASE OPPORTUNITY AND ACCESS Northern Lakes College and Portage College Collaborate to Increase Program Accessibility A collaboration between Northern Lakes College and Portage College is increasing accessibility to a broader range of business and hospitality programming. The institutions, together, serve a large portion of north central and northeastern Alberta. The two institutions are partnering to increase the breadth of business specialties available in their respective service regions. Students who have completed the Portage College

Business Administration Certificate can apply to the Human Resource Management Diploma offered by Northern Lakes College. Northern Lakes College students with a completed Business Administration Certificate can apply to the Accounting Diploma or the Business Administration Diploma in Management, both delivered by Portage College. In future, Portage College will also be offering professional cooking training in the industrial teaching kitchen at the new Northern Lakes College High Prairie Campus.

Northern Lakes College is eager to work with our colleagues from Portage College to increase accessibility to programming. We are excited to increase the number of specialties available to business students throughout our respective service regions, and to provide an opportunity to offer culinary training in the new, state-of-the-art kitchen at the High Prairie Campus.

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-A my Saitz, Dean, Business, Academics, Trades & Regional Stewardship

NLC Experiences Growing University Studies Enrolment Through UCalgary Partnership The incredibly successful partnership between the University of Calgary’s Werklund School of Education and Northern Lakes College has resulted in enrolment growth for the College’s University Studies program. When the collaboration was announced in the fall of 2019, NLC had 120 seats in its University Studies program. With demand continually increasing, the College has now exceeded 200 seats, with many students intending to continue into the Community-Based Bachelor of Education degree. The partnership with UCalgary allows NLC University Studies students to transfer courses towards the completion of UCalgary’s Community-Based Bachelor of Education degree.

This provides students living in rural and remote communities with an opportunity to complete the majority of their program requirements without leaving home. Specializations in the program include English, Early Childhood Education, Math, Revitalization of Indigenous Languages, Science, and Social Studies. Courses are completed online, enabling students to take courses at home, work, or at any NLC campus, and placements are completed in or near students’ local communities. The course of studies prepares students to teach at the elementary and secondary levels.

The ease of this partnership, between an urban, research-based institution and a rural community college, is truly a reciprocal one. The reciprocity of this agreement meets the needs of students and both institutions.

– Dr. Michelle Mitchell, Dean, Humanities, University Studies, & Quality and Interim Dean, Health

Dr. Michelle Mitchell

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Government

Alberta’s Colleges Ready to Act on Alberta 2030 Strategy The Alberta 2030: Building Skills for Jobs strategy was released by the Government of Alberta in the spring of 2021. Alberta 2030 provides a 10year strategy for post-secondary education in Alberta and will transform the adult learning system to provide the education, skills, and training needed for Alberta’s future.

Alberta 2030 provides a roadmap to ensure the province’s post-secondary system plays a strategic role in preparing Albertans to participate and

Alberta’s colleges are ready to respond to the Alberta 2030: Building Skills for Jobs strategy by continuing to provide adaptable, relevant, handson training that prepares students to support Alberta’s employers and economy. The strategy, released by the Ministry of Advanced Education, supports the work already being done by the province’s Comprehensive Community Colleges.

to be part of the solution.

Located in all regions of the province, Alberta’s colleges provide access to education and a variety of educational opportunities to all Albertans. Alberta’s colleges work closely with industry partners to ensure their applied degree, diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship programs provide both the technical skills and the employability competencies needed to prepare students to enjoy fulfilling lives and careers.

– Dr. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO

Alberta’s colleges welcome the opportunity to continue working with the Ministry of Advanced Education to collaboratively support students, industry, and communities throughout the province.

succeed in the 21st century economy, and Northern Lakes College is pleased

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NLC Welcomes Kapawe’no First Nation K-12 School at Grouard Campus The Grouard Campus is a hub of activity since Northern Lakes College welcomed the Kapawe’no First Nation K-12 School in September 2021. Northern Lakes College is maintaining services and programs at the Grouard Campus and relocated its classrooms to the western part of the campus in order to accommodate the K-12 school in the eastern wing. Kapawe’no First Nation K-12 School is utilizing the cafeteria and recreation spaces of the campus. Northern Lakes College is committed to providing accessible, community-based learning opportunities and to working collaboratively with the communities it serves.

Transitioning from high school to college can be a challenge for many students, but students from Kapawe’no First Nation K-12 School will just need to walk down the hall! We are always looking for collaborative ways to increase student participation in postsecondary education.

- Dr. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO

The Family that Learns Together While convocation is always his favourite time of year, Convocation 2022 will be particularly special for President & CEO, Dr. Glenn Mitchell. That is because his daughter, Erin, will be crossing the stage as a graduate of the Community-Based Bachelor of Education, which is offered by Northern Lakes College in collaboration with the University of Calgary. Erin completed her first two years of study through the University Studies program at NLC and plans to teach elementary school. Erin’s sister, Madison, is enrolled in the Social Work Diploma, so will also be taking her turn at moving the tassel from the right to the left at a future Northern Lakes College convocation celebration. While still in high school, Madison completed Academic Upgrading courses through the College, along with University Studies courses through Dual Credit. This means that she obtained high school credit for her college-level studies, giving her a head start as she was able to apply those courses toward her Social Work Diploma. Dr. Michelle Mitchell, proud mom to Erin and Madison, is the Dean of Humanities, University Studies & Quality and Interim Dean, Health at Northern Lakes College. “As a parent, we want to provide our children with the best opportunities possible. For us, this means Northern Lakes College!” Employees often refer to their NLC colleagues as their “NLC family”. The Mitchell family can certainly be called an NLC family!

The Mitchell family

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BUILDINGFUTURE for the

In 2021, Northern Lakes College completed one of the largest infrastructure projects in College history - construction of the first, net-zero ready campus in Alberta. The new, LEED Silver High Prairie Campus can accommodate up to 225 students, addresses future growth plans, and increases campus energy efficiency. The campus supports specialized training in health and trades programs, and includes the Big Lakes County Trades Classroom, Plains Trades Lab, Shell Trades Lab, and Tolko E-Learning Suite.

In September, the new campus opened its doors to students and the community. The $24 million project was funded by the Government of Alberta’s investment of $21.6 million, along with $2.4 million committed by corporate donors, community members, and the College. The facility positions Northern Lakes College to help meet current and future workforce demands in the region.

The LEED Silver, net-zero ready campus is fitted with furniture and technology to support the learning and teaching needs of students, staff, and community members well into the future.

- P aul Chaulk, Senior Director, Facility and Ancillary Services

Paul Chaulk was involved with all aspects of the project, from preparing proposals for provincial funding, to concept and design, construction, and furnishing.

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We are appreciative of the support of the province and donors and are proud of the teaching and learning space the new campus will provide to NLC students and the region. This campus is comparable to learning facilities in urban centres and it is wonderful that learners in the north will have access to such a space.

– Dr. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO

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Thank you to our community business and corporate donors!

Board Chair, Daniel Vandermeulen, stands before the new High Prairie Campus.

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FRIENDAWARD

OF NORTHERN LAKES COLLEGE

2020 Recipient Charlie Orr Charlie has been involved with Northern Lakes College since its inception in his community of Peerless Lake in the late 1960s. He was a member of the Peerless Lake Education Management Committee (EMC), the precursor to today’s Community Education Committee (CEC). EMCs were created in advance of the establishment of a Community Vocational Centre in a community. Charlie was involved in falling the logs in the winter of 1969-1970, which were utilized to construct the original Peerless Lake Campus in 1970-1971. He attended as a student in the campus’ inaugural year, 1971-1972.

Charlie Orr

Except for brief periods, Charlie has remained on the CEC and today serves as the Chair. He is a valued and contributing member of the Council of Community Education Committees (CCEC), where he advocates for the educational needs of his community. Charlie’s ongoing commitment to the College illustrates the value he places on the provision of educational opportunities to adults.

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Candidates nominated for the Friend of Northern Lakes College Award have demonstrated a commitment to the success of NLC students and the advancement of the College, are role models to others, and active in their community supporting post-secondary education.

2021 Recipient Ernst (Ernie) Grach Over the last 25 years, Ernie has contributed to Northern Lakes College in numerous capacities. Most recently, he served as a Governor on the College Board of Governors from 2018 to 2020, bringing a strong community focus to the table. Ernie also served on the Wabasca Community Education Committee in prior years. In his capacity with CAREERS: The Next Generation, Ernie travelled a large portion of the NLC service region presenting to high school students, delivering a consistent message that Northern Lakes College is a great option for students to continue their education. A strong advocate of dual credit programming, Ernie promoted the College’s dual credit programs and, through his role with CAREERS, found summer internships for students in programs such as Power Engineering, Health Care Aide, and Water & Wastewater Operator. Ernie worked many years connecting high school students with Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) work placements. Many apprentices in the region owe their start in the trade to Ernie. Ernie was instrumental in the delivery of the Indigenous Careers Explorers Academy summer program, leveraging his many industry connections to find work placements for students. Every year, Ernie raises funds for the Canadian Cancer Society as a participant in the grueling Ride to Conquer Cancer.

Ernie Grach

A Career in Welding Welder Apprenticeship Alumni Jesse Auger Jesse Auger, of Slave Lake, has a practical approach towards his welding career. Hard work, dedication, and an affinity for the trades has built his career into a profitable and fulfilling one, despite the economic downturn. “I personally enjoy welding. I enjoy the work style. I’m a guy that can work 40 days and still enjoy the complexity of welding. You drive into a new site, that’s basically just an open field, and leave having built multiple buildings with tiles and piping absolutely everywhere. That’s pretty neat,” enthuses Jesse.

Jesse Auger

I liked that my classes weren’t huge. We had a lot of people, but it was easy to get a one on one with your instructor, and there was a lot of dedication from the teachers. They just kept on giving advice and sharing their own experiences.

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After graduating from NLC in 2007, Jesse spent six years working as a welding contractor before trailblazing his own company, Brownie’s Up 5 Welding. As he explains, “I wasn’t tied to any one company in my career, and I liked that. But as a contract employee, there were ten welders that had seniority ahead of me so, when it slowed down, I wouldn’t get called in. Eventually, I decided to just veer off on my own and then I was finding work all over Alberta.” Though welding can be a seasonal industry, Jesse has taken quiet months as an opportunity to explore other areas of work. Recently, he created a guiding business, Historic Outfitters, where he helps hunters navigate forests during hunting season and pulls from his Indigenous upbringing to introduce others to the land. He explains, “Welding is seasonal and opposite to hunting season. So, I can guide for hunting season from September to December, and then bear season is May and June, and then I’ll do fishing in the summers. December to April, when the ground is frozen, is usually my busiest time as a welder. Those are the months I’m not guiding. It’s perfect. I go between both and I’m hoping to keep building my guiding outfit.” NLC gave Jesse the best of both worlds - the option to reside in his hometown while learning his trade, and new opportunities to connect with important mentors. For anyone considering NLC’s Welder Apprenticeship program, Jesse’s advice is, “learn how to do the work and then do a good job. It’s all about work ethic. You’re not going to be a successful welder if you can’t show up. If you want to succeed in almost anything in life, you have got to be able to show up and work.”

SWITCHING GEARS: from BOOKKEEPING TO NURSING Practical Nurse Alumni Rolanda Goertz Rolanda Goertz didn’t always know she wanted to go into nursing, but she did know she needed a change. “I was working as a bookkeeper and bored out of my ever-loving mind,” Rolanda laughs. “I thought nursing would be a good option, as it’s such a vast field. You can go into the ER, you can go into home care, or you can do public health. There are just so many different options.” A busy, single mother to two children, flexibility and versatility have always been important to Rolanda. In her nursing career, Rolanda enjoys being able to easily trade shifts, when needed, with her supportive teammates. As a first-time post-secondary student, NLC won out over other schools when Rolanda was considering her options. She appreciated that NLC offered the flexibility to attend some of her classes online, and she often found herself attending online classes with her youngest child sitting in her lap. Rolanda works in the acute care unit of the Westlock Healthcare Centre. She so enjoys her job that she chose to build upon the education provided to her at Northern Lakes College and register in a bridging program through Athabasca University to complete a degree in Nursing Science, allowing her to work as a Registered Nurse. Having transitioned from a quiet office environment to a busy healthcare unit, where she thrives on the fast-paced, everchanging scope of work, Rolanda encourages potential NLC students to go for what they want, no matter where they start. “I think, if you want to pursue something that you’re interested in, you should do it. Maybe go follow a nurse around for a day, if that’s an option, just to see what you think. But it’s a great career, and, if you don’t like one part of nursing, there are so many different places you can go!”

Rolanda Goertz

I think there is always a learning curve with any new nursing unit, but even at the start, I felt my knowledge base was good. To be honest, sometimes I meet students from other colleges, and it’s obvious that Northern Lakes College really did give me a strong foundation.

– Alumni, Rolanda Goertz

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SUPPORTED

DISTANCE LEARNING Wood Buffalo Park

Mackenzie County

Chateh

LEARNER LOCATIONS*

High Level Fort Vermilion La Crete

Paddle Prairie County of Northern Lights

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

ALBERTA

Clear Hills County Northern Sunrise County

Peace River

Peerless Lake (Trout Lake)

Loon River

2,379

MD of Opportunity

Cadotte Lake MD of Peace

MD of Fairview Peavine MD of Spirit River Birch Hills MD of County Smoky River

Saddle Hills County

Smoky River (McLennan)

County of Grande Prairie

Gift Lake Grouard

High Prairie

Grande Prairie

Stony Point (Wabasca)

Atikameg

Driftpile Big Lakes County

students

MD of Lesser Slave River Lac La Biche County

Slave Lake

East Prairie

Valleyview

Athabasca County

(Inside Service Region)

Athabasca

MD of Greenview

(Inside Service Region)

MD of Greenview

Athabasca County

MD of Bonnyville

(Outside Service Region)

Woodlands County

Fox Creek Whitecourt

Thorhild County of Westlock County Barrhead County Lac Ste. Anne County

Yellowhead County

County of Lamont County St. Paul County of Minburn County of Vermilion River

Strathcona County

Parkland County

Hinton Improvement District

Sturgeon County

Smoky Lake County

Edmonton Brazeau County

Drayton Valley

Beaver County

Leduc County Camrose County

County of Wetaskiwin

Lloydminster

Flagstaff County

Ponoka County

MD of Provost

Lacombe County

NLC Campuses

Clearwater County

Community Access Point (CAP) Sites Campus Alberta Partnerships NLC Service Region

MD of Bighorn

County of Stettler

Red Deer County Mountain View County

Kneehill County

Wheatland County

County of Newell

Foothills County

Brooks Cypress County

Lethbridge County MD of Pincher Creek Cardston County

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Special Area 2

Rocky View Calgary County

The areas in grey represent municipal districts that have Northern Lakes College students.

MD of Wainwright

County of Warner

Medicine Hat

* Includes credit and non-credit students from September 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021

With Supported Distance Learning, Northern Lakes College meets the needs of students across Alberta.

Practical Nurse

1:13 Faculty to Student Ratio*

Social Work

Most Chosen PostSecondary Programs*

% 98 Employment Rate of NLC Program Completers**

Health Care Aide

University Studies

Student Satisfaction*** Quality of Instruction

Overall Satisfaction

Recommend NLC

* 2020-2021 academic year statistics ** NLC Employment Outcome Interviews 2019-2020 *** 2020-2021 Student Satisfaction Survey

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NLC Celebrates Doctorate Achievements Along with accessibility, collaboration, community, excellence, and respect, Northern Lakes College holds lifelong learning as one of its key values. It is understood that lifelong learning is essential to the growth of students, employees, families, communities, and organizations. In a perfect example of ‘walking the talk’, Northern Lakes College is excited to celebrate and share the achievement of Doctor of Education (EdD) degrees by three senior leaders. President & CEO, Glenn Mitchell; Dean, Humanities, University Studies, & Quality and Interim Dean, Health, Michelle Mitchell; and Dean, Student Success, Ashley Oostvogels completed their studies and successfully defended their dissertations over the course of the summer.

L-R: Dr. Glenn Mitchell, Dr. Michelle Mitchell, Dr. Ashley Oostvogels

All three graduated from the Doctor of Education program at the University of Calgary, with a specialization in Leadership in PostSecondary Contexts. The thesis-based program is designed for practicing professionals and is available through blended delivery. Topics in the program include understanding the post-secondary context from both a national and international perspective, instructional leadership, and technology innovation for teaching and administration in the post-secondary environment.

Adds Dr. Glenn Mitchell, “I was pleased to complete my degree at a world-renown institution like the University of Calgary. While the journey was challenging, encouragement from family, colleagues, and the flexibility of the U of C program enabled me to meet with success. I encourage others at Northern Lakes College to consider completing their terminal degree as well.”

Comments Dr. Michelle Mitchell, “The completion of doctoral studies signifies the fulfillment of a lifelong dream of mine. Coming from a rural area, during my fifteen-year tenure at Northern Lakes College, I have found myself relating to many of our students who realize the positive impact education has on their lives. I am the first in my family and from my home community to complete a doctorate. I hope to model lifelong learning for my daughters, my colleagues, and the many students who attend Northern Lakes College. If I can do it, so can they!”

On behalf of the Board of Governors, I

Explains Dr. Ashley Oostvogels, “Through the completion of my doctorate I have learned to value the nuanced journey that has led me to where I find myself today, and that will continue to guide me in all aspects of my life. Educational pursuits are much more than just a fixed point in our lives – we are lifted by our hopes and challenged by our hurdles, and with each, retaining the experience and wisdom to propel ourselves forward. In addition to my own journey, I have become more appreciative of the varying and unique journeys of our own students, which has positively impacted my perception and practice in my role at NLC. For this, I am grateful.” 20

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congratulate Glenn, Michelle, and Ashley on this significant achievement. The discipline and work ethic required to complete such rigorous studies is demanding, particularly while fulfilling senior leadership responsibilities. These accomplishments increase institutional capacity and expertise at Northern Lakes College.

- Daniel Vandermeulen, Board Chair

NLC CELEBRATES PEMAC AWARD WINNERS Northern Lakes College instructors and students were celebrated at PEMAC’s annual MainTrain Conference in September. The recognition was for contributions to the profession as well as achievement in the Asset Management Professional (AMP) and Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) programs. Lifetime Membership was awarded to NLC instructors Larry Cote and Len Middleton. The membership is bestowed upon retirement from a formal position with PEMAC to recognize individual contribution to the Association. The Sergio Guy Memorial Award was presented to Rob Lash, who completed AMP with NLC. The award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the profession and PEMAC.

On behalf of Northern Lakes College, I congratulate the 2021 PEMAC award recipients. Northern

The recipient of the Asset Management Leadership Award, Dharmen Dhaliah, teaches in the AMP and MMP programs. The award recognizes contributions to the field of asset management and celebrates an individual who inspires the advancement of asset management in Canada.

Lake College has a long-standing

MMP Capstone Awards were presented to NLC students Brendon Binns and Taylor Christie for Business Process, and Joseph Soenen for Technical Focus. The awards recognize excellence in the Capstone project, which students in the AMP and MMP programs must complete at the end of their programs. Explains Joseph Soenen, “The MMP program increased my knowledge and confidence as a leader, and gave me realistic tools to apply within my role at CNRL. The courses were challenging but manageable while working full time, and the instructors offered support when needed.”

organizations to increase capacity

The PEMAC Maintenance Team of the Year for a large organization went to the Irving Pulp & Paper Maintenance Team, which included NLC students Andrew Booker and Cody Munford. Comments Cody Munford, “As a maintenance planner with Irving Pulp & Paper, participating in the MMP program was extremely valuable for me. I learned about maintenance strategies and how to apply them to real projects. I was able to work on several improvement initiatives while completing the courses, which not only helped me to learn the material, but also had a positive impact on our business.”

relationship with PEMAC to provide training which supports through effective maintenance and management of assets.

-A my Saitz, Dean, Business, Academics, Trades, & Regional Stewardship

NLC has been offering PEMAC’s MMP program since 2004, and AMP program since 2018, with enrolments from participants across the country and around the world.

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NLC Alumni Flies High with Emergency Air Ambulance Service

Practical Nurse Alumni Alyce Flemming It is difficult to imagine Alyce Fleming being scared of anything. However, after a discouraging experience at another college, Alyce was daunted by the prospect of transferring to a new school. “It makes me sad to think of how many people might have redirected careers because of poor post-secondary experiences,” Alyce says. “It kind of breaks my heart.” Recounting an experience before attending NLC, she says, “I had an instructor tell me that becoming a Registered Nurse in Critical Care was above my ability. I’m so glad that I decided to transfer to Northern Lakes College, where I had positive experiences and my growth was fostered.” Alyce credits her instructors at NLC with helping to rebuild her confidence.

Alyce Flemming

I feel like Northern Lakes College gave me the foundation to build confidence for what I do. And that was huge, especially coming from a place in which I had little confidence, to going to a place where my hard work was rewarded and encouraged.

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With the support of encouraging teachers, Alyce excelled in her studies and graduated from the program with exceptional marks and a drive to learn more. After working in pediatric and long-term care departments, Alyce chose to continue her studies to become a registered nurse. “My favourite thing about nursing,” explains Alyce, “is that I’m never going to know everything. There will always be something else to learn. That’s exciting.” Alyce had always been interested in the STARS Air Ambulance service, but her work at the hospital kept her busy. However, while driving to work one day, Alyce came upon a road accident in which the driver was severely injured. Her training allowed her to help the driver, on scene, while they waited for STARS Air Ambulance to transport him to hospital. As the helicopter lifted away into the sky, Alyce followed its flight with her eyes, reaffirming her desire to someday help others in the same way. It was a dream that would soon come true. Today, Alyce is part of the team at STARS, and continues to make future career plans involving the mentorship of new nurses. When asked for advice to give to aspiring nurses, Alyce says, “You can do it. You can absolutely do it! There are going to be points where you feel defeated or where your path is not as linear as you think it’s supposed to be, but don’t get discouraged. Give yourself time to take a break, regroup, and start again. You will absolutely get there.”

NLC Business Student Attends Entrepreneurial Training Business Administration Student Glen Whitfield Glen Whitfield received the opportunity of a lifetime when his instructor nominated him to participate in 90-Day Startup, a workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs. Participation in the training was made possible through Craig Elias, Entrepreneurin-Residence at Bow Valley College, who supports business students studying at Alberta post-secondary institutions to become first-time entrepreneurs. The training ran from April to July 2021. Glen originally began studying business in his twenties, but life happened and, before he knew it, almost ten years had passed. When Glen decided to resume his studies, he had a family to provide for. But his thirties also brought a discipline he hadn’t known before. This can-do attitude and ability to organize time and prioritize tasks was of huge benefit during his intensive 90-Day Startup training. He explains, “It was a lot of learning, but the coaching and materials made me feel very confident when performing the practical experiments. The

Northern Lakes College has been phenomenal. Because of their support, I haven’t missed a single day of work, except for a few I purposefully took off around finals.

– Student, Glen Whitfield

Glen Whitfield

greatest benefit for me was the confidence I gained in starting a successful business out of nothing. I now know how to approach potential customers.” Glen’s confidence was developed, in part, because of the dedication Northern Lakes College has to the success of students. Glen knew of the NLC reputation for supporting mature students through flexible schedules, and he chose the College so he could continue to work full-time night shifts while earning his diploma. He elaborates, “Northern Lakes College has been phenomenal. Because of their support, I haven’t missed a single day of work, except for a few I purposefully took off around finals. I feel like the NLC program is challenging, but at the same time I’m enjoying revisiting subjects for more context and clarity. I also can ask questions I might not be comfortable asking in the workplace. I feel more confident at work and in considering my future.” While not set in stone, Glen’s future might include further studies, as he is considering enrolling in a Bachelor of Finance program and entering the banking industry. His advice to other students is to simply ‘take the jump.’ He shares, “Ask yourself ‘what if?’ That was the biggest lesson of all for me. You’ll never know what you can do until you do it.” Community Report 2021

us. Many of our people don’t want to leave the reserve, but education is part of moving a person forward. It helps you further yourself, and then you bring that education back to your people.” And bring her skills home, she did. Upon graduating in 2008, Janine was hired by the Bigstone Education Authority to teach grade five at the local school. After five years in the classroom, Janine and her family moved to Edmonton. In 2016, she graduated with a Master in Education specializing in Indigenous Peoples Education from the University of Alberta. Despite this achievement, Janine knew her educational journey wasn’t over.

Janine Nanimahoo Photo credit: Steinhauer Photography

Education as a Vehicle for

Empowerment and Sovereignty

University Studies Alumni Janine Nanimahoo A member of the Bigstone Cree Nation, Janine Nanimahoo was born and raised in Wabasca. An alumni of University Studies and the Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP), Janine was impressed by the Northern Lakes College commitment to accommodating parents. As a woman raised with her culture’s traditional dedication to family, Janine appreciated NLC’s parentpositive atmosphere.

“My heart is in protecting our treaties,” Janine explains. “For so long, our people have been told what to do under the Canadian government, but now more and more of us are getting educated. Now it’s like, ‘No, we chose how we live, how our ancestors lived. We have our own laws and, as Cree people, we have our own lives.’ That’s where I want to go. I want to protect our sovereignty.” With this spirit of determination, Janine applied for both a doctoral program and law school. She was accepted into both, and ultimately chose the Wahkohtowin Law and Governance Lodge program at the University of Alberta, with the goal of building a career within the legal system and, eventually, entering into politics. Janine currently lives in west Edmonton, 15 minutes away from where she teaches elementary school in Enoch Cree Nation. She began her legal studies in September 2021.

Education helps you grow as a person. It instills

“We had a newborn in our class,” Janine reminisces, “and everybody was fine with that. If I was a new mother and I had hundreds of students in the class with me, no way would I be able to bring my baby,” says Janine, comparing the NLC experience to that at larger universities. It was these nuances that created a welcoming environment.

pride. It instills that ‘Hey, I can do this,’ belief,

The main reason Janine chose NLC was its proximity to home; a key, Janine believes, in empowering many Indigenous and rural students. “Being able to study close to home gives students that sense of family and security. We need to be able to travel home from school that same day to care for those who depend on

supports us in that effort – or at least it gives

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and NLC supports that attitude. And we can do this! Our people should be running, operating, and doing everything within our Nation. NLC people a little push towards a fuller life.

– Alumni, Janine Nanimahoo

NLC CCEC Partners to Host

Chief Louie Workshops

Partnering with the Regional Economic Development Initiative of Northwest Alberta (REDI) and Community Futures Northwest Alberta, the NLC Council of Community Education Committees (CCEC) hosted online workshops with Chief Clarence Louie, Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band located in British Columbia. Drawing from his extensive knowledge and decades of experience as Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band, Chief Louie shared lessons learned on leadership, economic development, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Chief Louie provides inspiration and a wonderful message of self-empowerment. The success of the Osoyoos Indian Band is testament to Chief Louie’s message.

-D r. Glenn Mitchell President & CEO

A recipient of the Order of Canada in 2017 and inductee into the Canadian Business Hall of Fame in 2019, Chief Louie is a sought-after speaker with engagements throughout Canada and internationally. His message is one of empowerment through work, education, and building community, with a focus on socio-economic development. Chief Louie’s focus on economic development as a means of creating opportunity in a community is clear. “Good words, without money to back them up, have no legs. Money equals opportunity, and they are connected by a solid line, not a dotted line. Economic development creates opportunity. There might be a lot of talk, for example, how to improve health, education, or youth programs, but unless a community has the money, nothing gets done,” says Chief Louie.

Photo courtesy of Speakers Bureau of Canada

Chief Louie’s workshops were part of a series of online workshops and training opportunities, offered free of charge, to community members throughout the Northern Lakes College service region.

REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE for N o r t h w e s t A l b e r t a

Community

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Growing communities one idea at a time.

Northern Lakes College is a learning institution, and while every day at NLC is a learning day, September 30 was a special day of learning to commemorate the tragic history and lasting

Orange Shirt Day National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Northern Lakes College joined the nation in recognizing

impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous students and their families. In an effort to increase awareness about truth and reconciliation and the legacy of residential schools, Northern Lakes College created a new, permanent page on the Northern Lakes College website.

September 30, 2021 as the first National Day for Truth and

The webpage includes resources to help viewers learn about

Reconciliation. Northern Lakes College acknowledges we

truth and reconciliation and includes videos, podcasts, articles,

are on Treaty 8 territory and the lands of Métis Nation of

and stories from organizations such as the United Nations,

Alberta Regions 4, 5, and 6. We recognize the importance

CBC, National Film Board, Canadian Museum for Human

of our relationships with the 15 First Nations, four Métis

Rights, and the National Centre for Truth & Reconciliation.

Settlements, and all of the communities we serve. We

In the spirit of reconciliation, we invite our students, staff,

respect our Indigenous learners, and we are proud of all of

faculty, and community members to view, listen, and share at

our students.

northernlakescollege.ca/about-us/truth-and-reconciliation.

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Métis Week,

November 15 to 19 The Métis Nation of Alberta has declared the week surrounding November 16, which is the date of The Right Honourable Louis Riel’s death, as Métis Week. Métis people pay tribute to Riel and his visions. These visions include recognition of Métis people as a distinct group and nation, along with fairness and equality for all. NLC was proud to offer students, employees, and community members the virtual opportunity to engage, learn, and even participate in painting activities during Métis Week 2021.

The NLC Library featured five books by Métis authors. From the Ashes - Jesse Thistle

Crow Winter - Karen McBride

The Art of Being with Angela Hall Angela, Aski ka na kwa ha mo wa tam (She Who Sings with The Earth), a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 4, led an online, interactive paint night. This was no traditional paint night. Participants used the creating and creativity approach to explore and understand themselves more deeply while painting a canvas, including mindfulness skills, trauma-informed education, and Indigenous ways of knowing. The two sessions included Tree Meditation & Art and My Safe Place Landscape Art.

The Marrow Thieves - Cherie Dimaline

Half-Breed - Maria Campbell

Kookum’s Empowerment through Mind, Body, and Spirit Participants enjoyed a virtual presentation on Métis culture by Métis Bev, who shared stories, explored career and cultural connections, and performed a jigging performance to end the session.

In Search of April Raintree - Beatrice Mosionier

Colouring Contest In collaboration with Rupertsland Institute, children aged 2-5, 6-10, and 11-16 years old were able to enter in a colouring contest.

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Builds Community Capacity Over the course of the winter and spring, the NLC Council of Community Education Committees (CCEC) hosted a series of online workshops and training opportunities, offered free of charge, to community members throughout the Northern Lakes College service region. Responding to the unique needs of the region, the CCEC sponsored over 17 events. In partnership with the ACHIEVE Centre for Leadership, a series of workshops focusing on leadership, workplace culture, conflict, and communication were offered. The series included workshops such as Mental Health Awareness and Support, Stress Management, and TraumaInformed Leadership. Teaming up with Kendal Netmaker, founder and CEO of Saskatoon-based Neechie Gear®, author of Driven to Succeed, and a leading Canadian entrepreneur, participants enjoyed workshops such as Indigenous Economic Development and Prosperity and Storytelling Secrets: Speak Like a Leader. From the Sweetgrass First Nation in Saskatchewan, Kendal speaks professionally to thousands of people each year on his mission to empower entrepreneurs.

Congratulations to all 2020 & 2021 Northern Lakes College graduates! CELEBRATING GRADUATES AT CONVOCATION 2020 & 2021 Northern Lakes College celebrated 1,337 graduates from the classes of 2020 and 2021 at a virtual ceremony in June. NLC graduates and employees, along with guests, family, and friends, gathered virtually to mark the event. Charlie Orr, Chair of the Peerless Lake Community Education Committee, led the ceremony with an opening prayer, followed by Canada’s national anthem. Master of Ceremonies, Amy Saitz, welcomed attendees and introduced a number of dignitaries, including Board Chair, Daniel Vandermeulen, who brought greetings from the Board of Governors of Northern Lakes College. Alumni, Katie Bickell, delivered the keynote address. Valedictorians, Jocelyn Scott (2020) and Jeri Asels (2021), delivered addresses on behalf of their respective graduating classes. Dr. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO, delivered the congratulatory address, recognizing the extraordinary level of perseverance required to succeed during the COVID-19 pandemic. “That you are celebrating your graduation today is proof that you stayed the course, in spite of life’s unexpected challenges. You took on those challenges, you scaled the mountain, and slayed those nasty dragons. I know the dedication and hard work that it takes to persevere as a student, and commend each and every one of you.” The 2020 and 2021 Practical Nurse students celebrated the completion of their program with a virtual capping and pinning ceremony prior to the convocation ceremony. Each nursing student was presented with a nursing cap and pin by a member of their immediate household.

Katie Bickell Keynote

Daniel Vandermeulen Board Chair

Today is reserved for one thing, and one thing only, and that is celebrating you, the graduates of 2020 and 2021. Celebrating the graduates of 2020 has been a long time coming, and we are so glad to finally have that opportunity now. The classes of 2020 and 2021 have had their fair share of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, but have found success.

– Daniel Vandermeulen, Board Chair Community Report 2021

for both its flexibility and for the relationships she made with other students, despite the distance. Jocelyn has been accepted into the University of Calgary’s Community-Based Bachelor of Education program, a partnership with Northern Lakes College. Jocelyn has future goals to follow in her NLC instructors’ footsteps, eventually pursuing a Master’s in Adult Education so that she might inspire and encourage future college students, as well. “The teachers at NLC are unbelievable. Their communication skills are great, and when you send them an email, they usually get back to you within the hour! They’re just so warm and so welcoming and they really go above and beyond to support their students. If you don’t understand something that’s being taught, they will teach the concept to you 16 different ways until you are confident in the subject. I don’t know what NLC’s instructor training program is, but whatever they’re doing, they are doing great!”

Jocelyn Scott 2020 Valedictorian Applauds Opportunities

Provided Through Supported Distance Learning

Selected as the valedictorian of the 2020 graduating class at Northern Lakes College, University Studies graduate, Jocelyn Scott, has proven that those who believe in themselves are capable of anything. Originally hailing from Saskatchewan, Jocelyn did not always know what path she wanted to pursue. She managed a restaurant in Edmonton before deciding to go back to school, but worried her high school grades might prevent her from pursuing a post-secondary education. Through an Internet search, Jocelyn learned about Northern Lakes College and was thrilled by the possibility of attending university-level courses through Supported Distance Learning, despite her urban home base. A working mother of two, Jocelyn credits the program 30

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She leaves this advice for future or potential Northern Lakes College students, “Keep pushing and keep following your dreams. Remember, the person you are today, or can be tomorrow, is not the same person you used to be. Your high school marks do not reflect who you are as a mature student. NLC gives you the opportunity to keep going and will support you in every direction you want to go. So, pick your direction – or, heck, 17 different directions - and let’s go!”

We are given the opportunity to form relationships in a new way, and I think it’s almost sometimes in a deeper way. Supported Distance Learning can offer an equal opportunity for students no matter where they come from. We all get to hear each other’s stories either through discussion forums or in introductions or even just hearing them speak in class. It’s quite amazing, and I really enjoyed it.

– 2020 Valedictorian, Jocelyn Scott

2021 Valedictorian Learns

It’s Never too Late to Follow Dreams Selected as the valedictorian of the 2021 graduating class, University Studies graduate, Jeri Asels-Beaulieu, modelled grit, determination, and resiliency in her studies as she navigated family health scares over the last year. Before enrolling in the Northern Lakes College University Studies program, Jeri worked in early childhood education for over ten years. She loved teaching preschool children, but dreamed of teaching older students. As Jeri states, “I was a working mother and unsure how I would access my education. After learning that NLC offers classes online, it suddenly made everything achievable for me.” Immediately thriving in her studies, Jeri started working at an elementary school where she met a veteran school teacher, who soon became her mentor. Jeri noted that the warm, welcoming, and wise woman was the only Indigenous teacher in the school, and that the young students looked up to her. Jeri herself valued seeing an Indigenous woman in a position of leadership and influence. “It was eye-opening to see that there were so many Indigenous children in the school, and yet there was only one teacher there who shared their culture. I learned that she was well into her years when she decided to become a teacher. That was my story, too. My mentor is the one who showed me that it’s never too late to follow your dreams,” Jeri explains. When considering her future, Jeri’s focus is on Indigenous youth. “Kids are growing up unaware of the histories of Canada’s First Peoples, and there is loss of language and culture. That inspired me to be not only a teacher and a leader, but an inspiration to children. I hope to be a good role model,” she explains. Through a partnership with Northern Lakes College, Jeri has been accepted into the University of Calgary’s CommunityBased Bachelor of Education program, where she will pursue a specialization in Social Studies.

Jeri Asels-Beaulieu

2021 was such a difficult time for my family! We got through it, and I’m so thankful for the support of my instructors. When my husband was admitted to the hospital, I was crying on the phone to my instructors, worried that maybe I wouldn’t be able to complete the essays that were due, but they were really understanding. They gave me open deadlines and trusted in me. They just said, ‘come back when you are ready to start working again.’ I appreciated how NLC values family.

– 2021 Valedictorian, Jeri Asels-Beaulieu Community Report 2021

Providing Employee Development in Engaging Indigenous Learners With a service region that includes 15 First Nations and four Métis Settlements, and more than half of the student body self-identifying as Indigenous, Northern Lakes College is committed to programming and operations which are grounded in profound respect for Indigenous cultures. To support this commitment, NLC has created Engaging Indigenous Learners, an in-house, custom course designed to help those in the educational field to work effectively with Indigenous learners. Northern Lakes College created the course in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action for post-secondary institutions. All Northern Lakes College faculty and staff are required to complete this course, which includes five learning modules and four case studies. Course modules include: NLC Context, Becoming Aware, Building Trust, Embracing Diversity, and Indigenous Arts & Design. The case studies include topics such as unconscious bias, learner preconceptions, community involvement, culturally-inclusive learning environments, assessing barriers, cultural relatability, and inclusiveness. All new hires complete the course as part of their orientation and onboarding.

In order to build an inclusive learning environment, it is important to have some understanding of Indigenous history, experiences, and traditional ways of knowing. Northern Lakes College is committed to creating a learning environment that respects and engages Indigenous learners.

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Lovsin Legacy Fund Makes Generous Gift to NLC High Prairie Campus The Frank and Agnes Lovsin Legacy Fund generously contributed to the Northern Lakes College High Prairie Campus Campaign. The $15,000 contribution helped equip the state-of-the-art, culinary arts kitchen at the new campus. Although they moved from northwestern Alberta to be close to family, Frank and the late Agnes Lovsin spent 58 years of their life in Peace River. The couple created the Frank and Agnes Lovsin Legacy Fund, an endowment fund administered by the Community Foundation of Northwestern Alberta, to offer financial support to organizations in the communities that have meant so much to them. “Northern Lakes College is honoured to be selected as a recipient of the Frank and Agnes Lovsin Legacy Fund. As a community-based college, we appreciate the communityminded values espoused by the Lovsin Legacy Fund. This generous donation has assisted the College in equipping the new teaching kitchen with industrial-grade equipment and appliances,” comments President & CEO, Dr. Glenn Mitchell. “It is fitting that the donation has been utilized to help equip a culinary arts kitchen. Mom was an excellent cook and got great pleasure from giving second helpings at family gatherings. Last Christmas, Mom made over 60 personalized gingerbread cookies for each of her children, grandchildren, and other special children in her life,” says Mike Lovsin of his mother, Agnes, who passed away in May. Laura LaValley, CEO for the Community Foundation of Northwestern Alberta, says, “We are honored to help connect the Lovsin Family to causes in the region that are aligned to their values. We know students in this region will benefit from this contribution and we are pleased to help facilitate the support.”

My family is very proud to provide this funding to the Northern Lakes College campus in High Prairie. Our future as a community and as a region rests in the hands of the young people and we believe that this financial assistance will help in the development of this homegrown talent. We are so proud and pleased to participate in this project.

- Frank Lovsin Community Report 2021

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LeSage, Robert Lesser Slave Lake Community Development Corporation Lesser Slave Lake Forest Education Society Lesser Slave Lake Indian Regional Council Lesser Slave Lake Regional Housing Authority Lyons, Taralynn Mackenzie County Max Fuel Distributors Ltd. McCorrister, Gail Meatheringham, George Melnyk, Julia Missal, Mark Molloy’s Welding & Construction Ltd. Municipal District of Lesser Slave River #124 Native Book Centre Neidig, Rick Nicholson, Judy Northstar Energy Oil Boss Rentals Oliver, Diana Osum Oil Sands Corp. Ouellette, Reg Ouellette, Rene Parkland Industries Prabhakaran, Vari Precision Drilling Corporation Rae Wellington, Constance Rasmuson, Tim Regier, Donald Resource Industry Suppliers Association Roil Energy Services Ross, Colin Rotary Club of Slave Lake Rupertsland Institute Saitz, Amanda Schroder Oilfield Services Sterling Crane Synterra Technologies Ltd. Tett, Alex Tomkins, Noreen

Holick, Barb Hommy-Bugarin, Shona Hopps, Susan Knight, Eileen Lafoy-Caissie, Debra LeBlanc, Melane Legal Archives Society of Alberta Livesley, Howard Lukan Inc. Marathon Canada Limited Marsh Insurance Marshall Automotive Ltd. Moore Canada, dba RR Donnelley Moore, Jennifer Muhlbeier, Donna Munro, Andrew $500 - $999 Murphy’s Oilfield Services Ltd. Albert, Natasha Myre, Louise Alberta Rural Development Network Neaves, Valerie Apex Distribution Inc. Netowastenum, Connie Armstrong, Chuck Panasiuk, Brian Art Gallery of Grande Prairie Portobello Jobber Associated Health Systems Ramjit, Wendy Beer Industrial Service Inc. Red Sky Developments Bellerose, Roland Reid-Soucy, Kathy Brown, Diane Richard, Lisa Cardinal, Charlotte Sarai, Bernice Cherniwchan, Lionel and Tannia Schell’s Carpets (Slave Lake) Ltd. Cunningham, Gerald SKEG Enterprises Davies, Leigh Slave Lake Adult Education Committee Davis, Alane Slave Lake Realty (2003) Ltd. Dennis, Danielle Sloan Helicopters Donald Rigging Heavy Lift Experts Sniper Communications Dreger, Jane Thatcher, Jennifer Drummond, David Triple 6 Line Locating & Safety Services Ltd. Edwards, Monica Van Boxtel, Angelina Enterprise Energy Services Inc. Van Braeden, Johan Fors, Darrell West Fraser Gilbert, Trudy Willier, Heather-Lynn Groom, Rhonda Grouard Community Association Williscroft, Gary & JoAnn Grouard Seniors Community Club Hendry, Willie Tomkins, Vivian (Mitzi) Tradewell, Valerie Tully, Kenneth Vandermeulen, Daniel Vandermeulen, Noela Vidar Forest Technologies Ltd. WAT Holdings Ltd. Whitby, Lori Wilcox, Cathy Williams, Nick Willing, Sandra Woodlands Operating Learning Foundation (WOLF) Zinyk, Jim Zone 5 Regional Council

For a listing of donations under $500, visit the Northern Lakes College website. Community Report 2021

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