A new program intended for Indigenous students is coming to Assiniboine Community College's Parkland Campus in Dauphin.
Their new Horticultural Production program, which is free for successful applicants, will start on Tuesday, July 4th, and finish in March 2024.
"We hope this is the first step in bringing more horticultural production programs to the Parkland region", said Carol Stewart, Director at ACC's Parkland Campus.
The program has 15 open spots. Admission requirements are a Grade 12 diploma, including math and english.
Part of the program is a 3-week paid practicum with Vermillion Growers, who have partnered up with ACC for the program.
"We are going to be doing a lot of practical work there, on-site, at the greenhouse", says Stewart, who adds it's very exciting having Vermillion Growers be part of their new Horticultural Production course.
To find out more information about the program, you can call the Parkland Campus at 204-622-2222 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can also visit the campus on Whitmore Avenue East.
The campus also has a survey online about what kind of programs and education you would like to see come to the school in the future.
