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As an ambitious 18-year-old, Rachel Ott embarked on a transformative journey, leaving Ottawa to pursue a Graphic Design diploma at George Brown College in Toronto. Little did she know then that her grit and determination would shape a decades-long career in an industry she's remained passionate about.

More than 30 events running November 15 –24 are open to George Brown College students, alumni, faculty and employees.

During Veterans’ Week, we mark two national observances to honour brave individuals who have served and currently serve Canada in times of war and peace — Indigenous Veterans Day on November 8 and Remembrance Day on November 11.

On Monday, we learned of the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, the former judge, human rights champion, senator, and chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), whose advocacy and work forever changed Canadians’ understanding of the multi-generational impacts of residential schools.

This week marks Treaties Recognition Week (November 3 – 9), providing us with an opportunity to reflect and learn about the historical and contemporary impacts of treaties in Canada.

For Joy Kennedy-Udida, the path to finding her true calling wasn’t a straight one. Trained as an accountant and having temporarily relocated to Iran for her husband’s job, Joy struggled to find work in her field due to the language barrier. As she began to feel disconnected from her sense of self, a...

Our seven nominees have positively impacted their professional areas and the GBC community. Their collective contributions are far-reaching, touching the construction, culinary, counselling, entrepreneurship, fashion and technology industries. 

Celebrating educational excellence and professional achievement, the Home Court Heroes event on October 21 illuminated the powerful partnership between George Brown College (GBC) and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)

On October 10, 2024, leading Canadian chefs transformed the Waterfront Campus into a nexus of gastronomic innovation for social change at the George Brown College (GBC) Foundation’s 11th Annual Food Court Social.

Campbell was honoured with the Leadership Award at the Impact Awards ceremony at Memorial Hall in North York on October 19. He has been a champion of supporting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) students.