Suncrest College is a Saskatchewan college formed by merging Cumberland College and Parkland College, with 11 campuses across the province.
Suncrest College's mission is connecting education and innovation, building skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving world. Its vision is inspiring bright futures for Saskatchewan. The college has more than 4,500 learners, 350 employees, and 11 campuses. Its main address is 273 Dracup Avenue North, Yorkton, SK S3N 4H8.
Suncrest College is the merged college of Cumberland College and Parkland College. Cumberland College has provided training and education programs for adults in northeastern Saskatchewan since 1975. Parkland College has provided education and training since 1973. The sun in the college logo represents new growth and beginning and symbolizes the commencement of the merged college.
The 11 campuses include locations in Canora, Esterhazy, Fort Qu'Appelle, Kamsack, Melfort, Melville, Nipawin, Tisdale, and Yorkton. Campuses are situated on Treaty 4, Treaty 5, and Treaty 6 Territories and the Homeland of the Métis. Listed facilities and services include Email and Printing, Technical Services, Health & Dental, Career & Student Services, and Learner Experience Counsellors/Advisors.
Students can choose from university degrees, skills training diplomas and certificates, trades training, high school upgrading, employability programs, safety training, and corporate/professional development. The Bachelor of Indigenous Education is delivered in partnership with First Nations University of Canada. The college has been involved in international development work since 2006.
The Centre for Applied Research and Innovation (CARIS) conducted 92 funded projects last year and employed more than 40 student researchers. Research activities added nearly $900,000 in economic benefits during the 2023-24 fiscal year. 8 million in added income to the regional economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year.
Domestic applicants apply for certificate, diploma and university programs. International applicants apply through a route described as First Qualified, First Admitted.