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.

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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

Sep. 05, 2024

Federal investment elevates NAIT apprenticeship programs with new equipment

Hands-on learning for several NAIT apprenticeship programs received a boost thanks to an investment of $886,862.50 from Employment and Social Development Canada

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Aug. 29, 2024

NAIT reorganizes from 4 to 7 schools

Restructure aims to improve student experience and industry connections

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Aug. 29, 2024

NAIT welcomes two new deans

Newly formed Schools of Energy and Natural Resources, Manufacturing and Automation, and Transportation to benefit from new leadership

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Aug. 21, 2024

NAIT and API partner to boost life science innovation

NAIT's Centre for Advanced Medical Simulation and API to enhance training and support in the life sciences ecosystem

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NAIT is a Top Employer

For 12 consecutive years, NAIT has been named one of Alberta's top employers.

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