Ontario Investing Almost $7M in Postsecondary Infrastructure at Humber College
Funding will ensure Humber College has modern facilities, learning tools and equipment
NEWS | August 27, 2024
ETOBICOKE — The Ontario government is ensuring students at Humber College have access to modern facilities, learning tools and equipment so students develop the skills to succeed in the workforce through an investment of almost $7M in 2023-24. Part of this investment requires Humber College to receive matching contributions from a private sector partner to help deliver the high-quality education and training to meet the needs of employers.
“It is essential that our colleges and universities have the latest learning tools and equipment so students can get the skills they need for the in-demand jobs of today and tomorrow,” said Jill Dunlop, Minister of Colleges and Universities. “As part of our government’s plan to build Ontario, this investment will help institutions renew and modernize their facilities and allow them to continually improve the learning experience for students.”
The funding from the Ontario government will help support upgrades to equipment and lab spaces, while allowing Humber College to repair and replace critical building systems that are beyond their useful life. While upgrading systems, Humber will take advantage of the opportunity to improve accessibility and increase energy efficiency.
“This support will ensure students at Humber College have access to modern instructional equipment to meet business and industry standards, increase student access to courses and enhance the overall student experience,” said Christine Hogarth, MPP, Etobicoke-Lakeshore. “By investing in postsecondary infrastructure, we are not only supporting our local economy, but ensuring students develop the skills they need to succeed in the workforce.”
“Humber is focused on providing an unparalleled student experience, which includes state-of-the-art resources, equipment, and facilities in which to learn,” said Ann Marie Vaughan, president and CEO, Humber. “We are grateful for the Ontario government’s support, which is vital to continually improving our infrastructure, meeting our priorities and contributing to student success.”
Colleges and universities can use the funding for projects that support the renewal and modernization of campuses including major building systems upgrades, heating and ventilating system upgrades, and mechanical and electrical system upgrades. The funds can also be used to buy instructional equipment and materials, such as new computers and software for teaching purposes, specialized equipment, or machinery for use in labs and classrooms, and tools for shops.
QUICK FACTS
- $171 million has been provided through the Facilities Renewal Program in 2023-24 to help publicly assisted colleges and universities with the critical maintenance, repairs, upgrades and renewal of existing facilities.
- $20 million has been provided through the College Equipment and Renewal Fund in 2023-24 to help colleges buy and renew instructional equipment and learning resources.
- $10 million has been provided through the Training Equipment and Renewal Fund in 2023-24 to help universities renew and buy modern, state-of-the art equipment and learning resources.
- On February 26, 2024, the government announced an additional investment of $167.4 million over three years, starting in 2024-25, for capital repairs and equipment at publicly assisted postsecondary institutions.
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MEDIA CONTACTS
Saurabh Kapoor
Senior Communications Specialist
Office of Christine Hogarth, MPP, Etobicoke-Lakeshore
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