CICan’s Futures Forum
Impactful, Collaborative, Transformative Leadership
The Futures Forum is Colleges and Institutes Canada’s (CICan) dynamic new thought leadership concept, designed to empower leaders of publicly supported colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, and polytechnics.
Through focused discussions, expert insights, and signature events like the biennial Leaders Summit, the Forum ignites national conversations on system-wide challenges and emerging trends. It amplifies the voices of post-secondary leaders, fosters innovation, and inspires bold action to keep the sector agile, impactful, and future-ready.
Opportunities for Leadership
The Futures Forum connects college and institute leaders with a range of events and activities to reflect, adapt, and respond to sector challenges, including:
Presidents Circle
High-impact, peer-to-peer conversations among leaders on critical issues, providing thought-provoking exchanges, actionable insights, and strategic connections. Sessions are held online to ensure accessibility and flexibility.
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Leading Insights and Analysis
A curated collection of go-to resources— blogs, expert interviews, and resources exploring emerging trends and challenges—empowering leaders to navigate external headwinds and adopt future-ready approaches.
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The Leaders Summit
A biennial event that brings leaders together to explore trends, address key challenges, and unite the sector’s voice to influence national priorities.
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How the Futures Forum Drives Impact
Colleges and institutes are navigating unprecedented challenges. But, while the future may be uncertain, one thing is clear: a unified, forward-looking public college and institute system is essential to the future of the country. The Futures Forum is designed to:
- Inspire Leadership: Energize decision-makers and changemakers with thought-provoking exchanges and actionable ideas.
- Elevate the Sector’s Voice: Position colleges and institutes as essential partners in addressing Canada’s most pressing issues.
- Empower Advocacy: Equip leaders with messages and strategies to influence policy and advance the sector’s priorities.
- Foster Collaboration: Encourage partnerships across institutions and industries, driving collective action.
- Strengthen Resilience: Support leadership development and organizational transformation to meet evolving challenges.
Who Can Benefit from the Futures Forum?
The Futures Forum is for leaders, decision-makers, and changemakers across CICan’s member institutions—Canada’s largest post-secondary network. By addressing the evolving needs of learners and communities, our members are driving transformative change and addressing Canada’s—and the world’s—biggest challenges. The Future Forum equips leaders of our member institutions with the tools, insights, and connections needed to amplify their impact and ensure sustained success.