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Growing pains: Horticulture industry feels scorched by college’s decision to shear program

Reilly Armstrong — May 01, 2026

As the college begins to phase out its horticulture pathways, students and industry experts are wary of long-term consequences

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Algonquin has always been known for its pizza, said student Geoff Quist.

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College coffee provider inspired by community, consistency, quality and sustainability

Angel Belair-Poirier
September 19, 2024

International students may see increased off-campus work hours in 2024

Agrani Tiwari
September 19, 2024

Two players from the Wolves and the Lords were fighting for the football. The player from Lords lost her balance and fell on the grass during the game on Sept.15.

Photo: Laiyiady Lam

Wolves dominate in a fiery 4-2 win over Durham

Laiyiady Lam
September 19, 2024

Stephen Smith is the coordinator of security investigations, and wants students to know risk management is here for them. As Marelic said,

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Campus groups prepare for fall spike in sexual assaults

Claire Donnan
September 17, 2024

Wolves striker Olivia Lambert scored four goals against the Fleming Phoenix during the Wolves' Sept. 14 home opener.

Photo: Shaun Klepko

Women’s soccer Wolves beat Fleming 5-0 in home opener

Shaun Klepko
September 16, 2024

The Humber Hawks forwards frequently overpowered the Wolves' pack.

Photo: Tyler Reis-Sanford

Humber Hawks rout Algonquin Wolves in men’s rugby home opener

Tyler Reis-Sanford
September 16, 2024

Nina Cortez an Algonquin College student in the architectural program, outside the Circle K.

Photo: Linda Verreault

Alcohol sales expanded around the corner from Algonquin College

Linda Verreault
September 16, 2024

Robert Bockstael teaches the performing techniques course to his performing arts students on Sept. 11, 2024.

Photo: Shaun Klepko

Accomplished actor brings his expertise to the performing arts program

Shaun Klepko
September 13, 2024

Lisa Hartill, recreation attendant (left), and Eleonore Brunelle, camp counsellor.

Photo: Angel Belair-Poirier

Rock climbing a favourite at Algonquin’s youth summer camp

Angel Belair-Poirier
September 05, 2024

Featured performer Monique Messier on the Rainbow Bistro stage.

Photo: Steven Dalloo

Algonquin students drop the mic at the Rainbow Bistro

Steven Dalloo
September 05, 2024

Photo: Aicha Chamor

Yoga, smoothies and student wellness

Aicha Chamor
September 05, 2024

A heavily-contested ball during the Talent I.D Camp scrimmages.

Photo: James Gray

Long, hard road for soccer team hopefuls

James Gray
September 04, 2024

Ottawa has seen a streak of extremely hot days this summer, often exceeding 30°C with blazing sun

Photo: Aicha Chamor

Feeling the heat: Algonquin students navigate climate crisis and classroom challenges

Aicha Chamor
August 01, 2024

Growing pains: Horticulture industry feels scorched by college’s decision to shear program

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Inflation leaves a mark on Algonquin College’s Marketplace cafeteria

Library workshop on research strategies attracts one student

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College coffee provider inspired by community, consistency, quality and sustainability

International students may see increased off-campus work hours in 2024

Wolves dominate in a fiery 4-2 win over Durham

Campus groups prepare for fall spike in sexual assaults

Women’s soccer Wolves beat Fleming 5-0 in home opener

Humber Hawks rout Algonquin Wolves in men’s rugby home opener

Alcohol sales expanded around the corner from Algonquin College

Accomplished actor brings his expertise to the performing arts program

Rock climbing a favourite at Algonquin’s youth summer camp

Algonquin students drop the mic at the Rainbow Bistro

Yoga, smoothies and student wellness

Long, hard road for soccer team hopefuls

Feeling the heat: Algonquin students navigate climate crisis and classroom challenges

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