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About Us

About Us

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At our adult education center, professionalism is rooted in compassion and respect. We prioritize leading with the heart, creating a safe and supportive environment where students feel valued and understood. We strive to be steady anchors and calm seas, guiding our students through their educational journey with empathy and patience. 

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We treat our students as adults and partners, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where their voices are heard, and their input is valued. Through active listening and genuine engagement, we seek to understand their needs and preferences, always acting in their best interest. Decision-making is a shared process, empowering students to take ownership of their learning experience. 

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Customization is key to our approach, recognizing that each student has unique strengths and challenges. We provide tough love from a place of compassion, offering praise, recognition, and positive feedback to encourage growth and confidence. Upholding their dignity and confidentiality is paramount, ensuring a safe and respectful space for learning. 

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We consistently view situations through the lens of "how can I best help students," staying positive, proactive, and solution-oriented at all times. Our communication is non-confrontational, fostering understanding and cooperation. We refrain from swearing, taking things personally, or passing judgment, instead focusing on building trust and mutual respect.

 

In summary, our professionalism is defined by our commitment to compassion, partnership, and empowerment, always striving to uphold the values of adult education in everything we do. 

 

Programs and Services:

  • Quebec High School Diploma

  • Vocational Diplomas

  • Academic Upgrading

  • Pre-requisite training

  • GDT (General Development Test) Testing

  • SSETs

  • Classroom and facility rental opportunities evenings and weekends

  • Offering Commerce- Secretarial and Accounting Vocational Diplomas

The Centre and its Community

The Maniwaki Adult Education and Vocational Training Centre is located in the town of Maniwaki in the region of La Vallée de la Gatineau. The town is adjacent to the First Nations community of Kitigan Zibi, part of the Algonquin First Nations. The Maniwaki Adult Education and Vocational Training Centre serves as the only point of English academic and vocational training for adults between Gatineau and Val d'Or.

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The centre has been providing academic and vocational programming in the Maniwaki area since 1986. Catering mostly to Indigenous and English communities, the centre offers academic courses leading to a DES (high school diploma) or pre-requisites for college or university programs. The centre also offers accounting and secretarial studies programs through a blended delivery of on site teaching and video conferencing. These programs lead to a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS). Health care programs and carpentry programs have also been delivered according to community requests and needs.

Our mission is to continue to cultivate a compassionate and respectful learning environment, guiding our students with empathy and patience as they navigate their educational journey. We empower our students as partners in their learning experiences, prioritizing customization, active listening, and collaborative decision-making to foster growth and confidence. 

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Our Vision is to provide quality education in a culturally and demographically inclusive environment, with the highest academic standards, encouraging students to find their intrinsic motivation by celebrating their achievements, and always empowering them to achieve their full potential. 

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Our values are founded upon the principles of diversity, acceptance, and inclusivity, where each individual is valued for their unique perspectives and experiences. We cultivate an environment of compassion and tolerance, fostering understanding and empathy towards one another. Through patience and positivity, we seek consensus, embracing proactive approaches to address challenges and promote unity. We believe in the strength of our collective voices and celebrate the richness of our differences, working collaboratively towards a shared vision of equality and harmony.

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Maniwaki Continuing Education Centre

265 rue Hill, Maniwaki, QC  J9E 2G8

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Sheldon Macgillivray

819-593-3643

smacgillivray@wqsb.qc.ca

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Land Acknowledgement

Nous reconnaissons que nous nous trouvons sur les territoires traditionnels, ancestraux et immuables des peuples Anishinàbe, algonquins et cris, territoires qui n’ont jamais été cédés ni abandonnés. Ces nations vivent sur ces terres, en prennent soin et en assurent la gestion depuis des temps immémoriaux. Nous exprimons notre profonde gratitude et notre respect aux peuples algonquins et cris, dont le lien immuable avec la terre continue de façonner et d’enrichir ces territoires pour les générations actuelles et futures.


En tant qu’établissement d’enseignement, nous reconnaissons les répercussions historiques et actuelles de la colonisation sur les peuples autochtones et nous nous engageons à tirer les leçons du passé. Nous nous efforçons de favoriser la compréhension, la guérison et la résilience grâce à des partenariats significatifs avec les nations algonquines et cries, ainsi qu’avec les Premières Nations, les Métis et les Inuits, dans un esprit de vérité, de respect et de réconciliation.


Nous comprenons que la reconnaissance des terres n’est qu’une étape vers une réconciliation significative. Nous nous engageons donc à soutenir ces paroles par des actions concrètes, l’établissement de relations et un engagement à créer des communautés inclusives, respectueuses et équitables pour tous.

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We acknowledge that we are located on the unceded, unsurrendered traditional, ancestral, and enduring territories of the Anishinàbe Algonquin and Cree Peoples. These Nations have lived on, cared for, and stewarded these lands since time immemorial. We express our deepest gratitude and respect to the Algonquin and Cree Peoples, whose enduring relationship with the land continues to shape and enrich these territories for present and future generations.


As an educational institution, we recognize the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization on Indigenous Peoples and are committed to learning from the past. We strive to foster understanding, healing, and resilience through meaningful partnerships with Algonquin and Cree Nations, as well as with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, in the spirit of truth, respect, and reconciliation.


We understand that land acknowledgements are only one step toward meaningful reconciliation. We therefore commit to supporting these words through ongoing action, relationship-building, and a dedication to creating inclusive, respectful, and equitable communities for all.

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