The government of Ontario is investing $750,000 in George Brown College (GBC) through the Youth Skills Connections Program, as announced by premier Kathleen Wynne during the Talent and Skills in the New Economy summit last month.
Come June 1, the minimum wage, frozen since 2010, will rise from $10.25 to $11 an hour in Ontario.
During the 76th national conference in Edmonton held by Canadian University Press (CUP), the Edmonton Journal’s photojournalist Ryan Jackson showed us how to enhance our video skills without having to go through an entire school program.
The first Chefs of Winterlicious challenge was held on Dec. 11 at Mildred’s Temple Kitchen. Two pairs of Toronto’s top Chefs were challenged to cook with a secret ingredient and judged by Chef John Higgins, the Director of George Brown’s Chef School. and Caroline Hubberstey, Head of External Affairs & Interac.
Check out the bhangra fashion and dancing that was on display during Desi Night at the Kings Lounge on Nov. 8.
The 13th Annual Back to School Boat Cruise organized by the Student Association of George Brown College was a huge success as students had a great time on Lake Ontario.
Hands over hoops! Watch the video to find out who owned the game George Brown College’s Select Team vs. Street Ball Kingz, which took place on Sept. 12 at St. James’ Alex Barbier Gym.
Video report of George Brown College’s orientation for new students in late August 2013 Danilo Barba Mulitmedia Reporter Are you New to George Brown College (GBC)? Did you miss orientation? Catch up now and find out what students had to say during GBC’s Orientation Week 2013. See anyone you know?
Ontario Human Rights Commission rules that requiring Canadian experience is often discrimination. Danilo Barba, Multimedia Reporter Canada was the first country in the world to adopt multiculturalism as an official policy in 1971. But more than 40 years later, international students and immigrants still turn to unpaid work such as volunteering, internships or low-skilled…
By Karen Nickel & Danilo Barba Why do I have to pay a student Activity Fee? What’s it for? The Student Activity Fee ($87.42 per semester) is a way for the Student Association to keep a funding stream for all the amazing things they offer full-time students. Services range from funding an academic advocacy advisor…
