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Explore the remarkable potential of groups and individuals striving to drive systemic transformation. The Social Innovation and Community Development program caters to those aspiring to make an impact in urban, rural, local, or international contexts. This curriculum equips you with theoretical knowledge, hands-on skills, and professional experience essential for careers in socio-economic advancement and environmental initiatives. You'll also gain expertise to collaborate with Indigenous communities, governmental bodies, and social enterprises. Blending practical education with real-world experience, the program emphasizes the social, political, cultural, and economic dimensions influencing development across various scales. Additionally, you'll gain insights into community growth and economic reconciliation from Indigenous viewpoints.
Certificate: Upon finishing the first year, you may opt to graduate with a Foundations in Social Innovation and Community Development certificate.
Diploma: After the shared first year, you can pursue specialized studies to earn a diploma in either Community Development or Indigenous Social Entrepreneurship.
Regular Admission Requirements
Grade 12
Submit proof of graduation from or enrolment in Grade 12, including one credit in each of the following:
Grade 12 English
Grade 12 Math
If you provide proof of enrolment at time of application, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter
Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.
Academic Requirement
High school graduation is not required, but you must have successfully completed or be enrolled in one credit in each of:
Grade 12 English
and
Grade 12 Math
English Language Requirements:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): Listening 6.5, Speaking 6.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5 or
CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language): Listening 60, Speaking 60, Reading 60, Writing 50
PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English): Listening 58, Speaking 58, Reading 58, Writing 58
TOEFL - iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test): Listening 20, Speaking 20, Reading 19, Writing 24
Duolingo (Duolingo English Test): minimum overall score of 115 required.