About NAIT  

About NAIT

NAIT’s hands-on, technology-based education and applied research are essential to the productivity and prosperity of Alberta. Graduates have the knowledge and skills employers want. They leave NAIT confident, prepared and in demand.

NAIT's Institutional Strategic Plan

The NAIT Effect, our new vision and strategic plan, gives us and our stakeholders a clear sense of the positive impacts we will have and what we must do in order to make them happen.

Read the plan

What makes a polytechnic different? The people

Read the inspiring stories of NAIT alumni who are making a difference in their communities and across Canada.

Rebuilding with care

Carolyn Kincade creates dental implants for cancer survivors following treatment.

Leading with resilience

Tara Chahl’s resolve sets her down a path from the military to marathons to managing pipeline projects.

Rethinking solar solutions

Renewable energy technologist Csilla Harsasi leads the way with portable, off-grid solar project.

Advancing industry solutions

Heather Kaminsky works with industry to tackle oil sands tailings.

Venturing into virtual

Entrepreneur Kyle Gagnon is building a real future in virtual and augmented reality.

Energizing communities

NAIT grad Jordan Jolicoeur shines light on opportunities for Métis and Indigenous communities.

Meeting Alberta’s Needs

95% of employers are satisfied with the performance of NAIT graduates

Lasting Careers

5 years after graduation, NAIT grads have near-zero unemployment

Ready for the Workforce

86% of grads are employed within 9 months after graduation

What's new at NAIT

Dec. 09, 2025

NAIT ranks 3rd among top 50 Canadian research colleges

Learn more about the polytechnic is celebrating national recognition for research excellence

Dec. 05, 2025

NAIT hosts vigil to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

The event honoured the14 women murdered at Polytechnique Montréal in 1989, victims of gender-based violence

Dec. 01, 2025

NAIT hosts Jill of All Trades to empower women to explore the skilled trades

Discover how this event is breaking barriers and welcoming students from outside Alberta for the first time.

Nov. 27, 2025

A legacy of giving: NAIT celebrates $2 million gift from Arnold and Grace Rumbold

Read more about how the donation will help create a substantial new student award and support students in the skilled trades

NAIT is a Top Employer

For 14 consecutive years, NAIT has been named one of Alberta's top employers.

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