Ontario’s public colleges are a vital part of our communities, shaping the skilled workforce that drives our economy and provides essential services. St. Lawrence College plays a critical role in educating future nurses, tradespeople, early childhood educators, and countless other professionals who strengthen our society. But the college system in Ontario is crumbling. As of February 2025, nearly 200 jobs have been lost, 55 programs cut, and Brockville and Cornwall campuses have been reduced to ‘learning centres’. We need your voice to protect St. Lawrence College from further devastation. Here’s what you can do right now to help:

1. Write a letter to all levels of elected officials, share your testimonials on the value of local post-secondary education:
   – Municipal councillors
   – MPP
   – MP
2. Call & email the St Lawrence College Board of Governors:
   https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/about/board-of-governors
3. Participate & Share in the OPSEU Action campaigns:
   https://opseu.org/saveourcolleges/
   https://opseu.org/fundourcolleges/
4. Share your testimonials on social media:
   Use hashtags #saveourcolleges, #slc, #slcfacultylocal417