Northern College is a post-secondary institution founded in 1967 with four campuses across Northeastern Ontario.
Northern College was founded in 1967, and its Timmins Campus serves as both a place of learning and a community hub. Its mission is to empower learners and communities through education and innovation. The college's vision is to be a catalyst for growth and innovation, building capacity and sustainability in its communities and beyond. The mailing address is P.O. Box 3211, Timmins, ON, P4N 8R6.
Northern College's post-secondary programs cover Business and Office Administration, Community Services, Engineering Technology and Trades, Health Sciences and Emergency Services, Veterinary Sciences, and Welding Engineering Technology. Education is offered on-site, through distance, and in hybrid formats. The college describes its education as hands-on, practical and career-focused. Free Academic Upgrading and no-cost Community Employment Services are also available as post-secondary preparation programs.
Northern College has four campuses located in Timmins, Haileybury, Kirkland Lake, and Moosonee. Each campus has workout and training facilities, a gym, cafeteria, study areas, and a library. Residences are available at the Timmins, Haileybury, and Kirkland Lake campuses, and the college has dedicated staff to help students find off-campus housing and match with roommates. The Innovation Hub connects businesses and entrepreneurs with faculty and students in an applied research centre.
Northern College's Indigenous Statement of Commitment states an aim to become the college of choice for Indigenous learners. The statement commits the college to act on the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Strengthening ties with Indigenous communities is listed among the college's strategic goals.