Fleming College and St. Lawrence College have agreed to integrate as equal partners, beginning a formal process to create a larger, more sustainable institution serving eastern Ontario.
College leaders say the integration is aimed at expanding access to programs, strengthening financial stability and better aligning with regional labour market needs. Over time, students are expected to benefit from broader academic pathways, more specialized programming and increased work-integrated learning opportunities.
“This integration represents a forward-looking investment in our students and communities,” said Theresa Knott, interim president of Fleming College. “By bringing our strengths together, we are positioning ourselves to deliver more opportunities, more innovation, greater access, and a stronger foundation for the future.”
St. Lawrence College president Glenn Vollebregt said the move will help both institutions better serve students in a changing economy. “This integration gives us the scale and capability to serve more students, offer more opportunity, and build a stronger institution for the long term,” he said.
Officials say there are no immediate changes planned to campuses, programs or student services as the process moves forward.
