About NAIT  

About NAIT

NAIT’s hands-on, technology-based education and applied research are essential to the productivity and prosperity of Alberta. Graduates have the knowledge and skills employers want. They leave NAIT confident, prepared and in demand.

NAIT's Institutional Strategic Plan

The NAIT Effect, our new vision and strategic plan, gives us and our stakeholders a clear sense of the positive impacts we will have and what we must do in order to make them happen.

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What makes a polytechnic different? The people

Read the inspiring stories of NAIT alumni who are making a difference in their communities and across Canada.

Rebuilding with care

Carolyn Kincade creates dental implants for cancer survivors following treatment.

Leading with resilience

Tara Chahl’s resolve sets her down a path from the military to marathons to managing pipeline projects.

Rethinking solar solutions

Renewable energy technologist Csilla Harsasi leads the way with portable, off-grid solar project.

Advancing industry solutions

Heather Kaminsky works with industry to tackle oil sands tailings.

Venturing into virtual

Entrepreneur Kyle Gagnon is building a real future in virtual and augmented reality.

Energizing communities

NAIT grad Jordan Jolicoeur shines light on opportunities for Métis and Indigenous communities.

Meeting Alberta’s Needs

95% of employers are satisfied with the performance of NAIT graduates

Lasting Careers

5 years after graduation, NAIT grads have near-zero unemployment

Ready for the Workforce

86% of grads are employed within 9 months after graduation

What's new at NAIT

Jan. 28, 2025

NAIT named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14th Consecutive Year

Commitment to employee health, wellness and financial security earns polytechnic top honour

Jan. 22, 2025

NAIT welcomes Dr. Tamara Peyton as dean of School of Media and IT

Dr. Peyton brings years of experience in faculty leadership and technology

Jan. 16, 2025

NAIT welcomes Mike High as VP Administration and Chief Financial Officer

High brings 25 years of diverse experience to the polytechnic

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Jan. 13, 2025

NAIT ranks 3rd among top 50 Canadian research colleges, polytechnics

NAIT also ranked 1st in research income and 2nd in research intensity

NAIT is a Top Employer

For 12 consecutive years, NAIT has been named one of Alberta's top employers.

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