News and Stories
Ready for worlds
Logan Peters intends to become a certified world traveler by the end of 2026, and he’s relying on his carpentry skills to accomplish this. Peters is a third-year carpentry apprentice and member of Team Canada who will be competing at World Skills in Shanghai this October. To get there, he won...
Creating lifelike designs founded in sustainability
When Gracie Phipps was tasked with creating a design that would turn two shipping containers into an off-the-grid sanctuary, she employed everything she’d learned in class, a bit of ingenuity and a whole lot of imagination to meeting the challenge. For the project, Phipps and her fellow second-year...
International student builds business skills and confidence
Suparna Das came to Lakeland College looking to learn the business basics with the freedom to follow her creativity. She found all that and more – including the courage to step into the spotlight. Originally from India, Das came to Canada with her husband, who was working in Ontario. Already holding...
A legacy of learning and giving back
Dr. Franklin Foster’s connection to Lakeland College is both deeply personal and profoundly impactful. As a retired professor and dedicated donor, his legacy reflects a lifelong commitment to education, community service and helping students find their path. Born in Lloydminster on July 17, 1945,...
Single mom, foster parent, service advisor and student: Investing in future and family
When Pam Cannan decided to pursue an apprenticeship in the parts technician trade, it wasn’t just about career growth – it was about setting a good example for her family by investing in herself. She did it by balancing being a single mom, a foster parent, and a full-time service advisor at...