Owen Sound Campus
The Owen Sound Campus is located on almost 15 acres of property and is small but mighty. It offers a wide variety of programs, in great facilities, including Canada’s most advanced marine simulation and research centre.
Our warm community offers everything students need, the ability to connect with staff and faculty, as well as provides a personalized approach to education.
Get your diploma or degree in Owen Sound
At Georgian, you’ll have a transformative experience, one that connects you to the skills you need, the people who inspire you, the mindset to succeed, and the confidence to thrive. Browse our academic areas below or take the Career Match quiz to find the path that’s best for you.
Health, Wellness and Sciences
- Personal Support Worker
- Practical Nursing*
- Pre-health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
- Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BScN)*
- Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing RPN to BScN Advanced Standing Pathway (Bridge)
*Find out how you could receive up to $10,000 per year with the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant!
Not sure what career is right for you?
Use our career assessment tool to help you find the best program for your personality type.
Pre-apprenticeship program
Build MORE. Free electrical pre-apprenticeship program
Interested in skilled trades? Don’t know where to start? This FREE 34-week pre-apprenticeship program includes plenty of hands-on learning in the electrical trades.
Benefits
- Paid 12-week work placement with local employers
- Cutting-edge equipment
- Experienced faculty
- Powerful networking opportunities
- Pathways into apprenticeship
- First Aid, WHMIS and Working at Heights training
- Travel expense reimbursement
- Financial assistance for eligible applicants
Eligibility
You qualify for this program if you:
- are 18 years of age or older
- are a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
- aren’t already registered as an apprentice
The program begins May 6, 2024 and ends Jan. 10, 2025. Applications will be accepted until 11:45 p.m. on April 14, 2024.
Learn more about the program
Apply to the pre-apprenticeship program
Continuing education
Take a single course, or work towards a diploma, certificate or degree – all at a pace that’s right for you. Part-time courses are offered at night or on weekends, or you can opt for online learning.
Looking for credit?
Select from a range of programs, register class-by-class and study on your time. Georgian offers degrees, certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and graduate certificates.
Professional development
Looking to advance your career, meet an industry requirement or learn a new skill? We offer a variety of evening and weekend courses to support your ongoing growth.
Study online
Take a course or program online instead as an alternative to in-class. Online courses for a range of subjects are available to part-time and full-time students through OntarioLearn.
Campus features and video tour
Take a video tour
Georgian’s Owen Sound Campus has many features and services to enhance your college experience.
Watch our campus tour video to get a glimpse of what life at the Owen Sound Campus is like, and learn more about campus features below.
Take a campus tour
The best way to imagine yourself at Georgian is to visit us in person. Experience a guided campus tour to see all that Georgian has to offer!Services and supports
Labs and learning spaces
- Centre for Marine Training and Research
- High-fidelity nursing simulation lab
- Marine Emergency Duties Centre
- Power Engineering Lab
- Skilled trades lab
- Student lounge
- Videoconferencing classroom
Things to do on campus
Connect with us
Join us for Virtual Open House on Saturday, Jan. 25.
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About Owen Sound
Located on Georgian Bay, right below the Niagara Escarpment, the historic port of Owen Sound features beautiful waterways and parks, perfect for outdoor activities like fishing and skiing. The largest urban centre in Grey and Bruce counties, it has a vibrant downtown and all the conveniences you could expect in a larger city.
Noteworthy annual events
- Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival (August)
- Owen Sound Fall Fair (September)
- Festival of Northern Lights (December)
Amenities
- Hospital: Brightshores Health System
- Groceries: Seven large grocery stores, several small businesses, year-round farmers’ market
- Shopping: Mall, shopping plaza, vibrant downtown shopping area
- Harbour, beach, rivers, parks, conservation areas, trails
- Skiing facilities, arenas, sports field, golf courses
- Art gallery, theatres, museums
Partnership opportunities
Developing a partnership with Georgian College will benefit you, your employees and organization, while making a difference in the lives of students.
Access talent
- Build your workforce with students or graduates
- Strengthen the skills of future employees
- Connect with university and college-level educated students
Build and grow your business
- Pursue innovation opportunities
- Increase the skills of your workforce
- Stay up-to-date on advancements in the field
Invest in innovation
- Tailored partnerships
- Strategic philanthropy
- Exclusive sponsorships
Use Georgian services
- Host a conference or event
- Access our affordable Health and Wellness Clinics
- Use our fitness centres
Facilities rental in Owen Sound
Our Owen Sound Campus offers a variety of meeting spaces, videoconferencing and multimedia classrooms, computer labs and learning spaces for rental, year-round at reasonable rates.
Classrooms and labs include a presenter podium computer, projector, screen, VCR/DVD and external laptop cable. All facility rentals require proof of public liability and property damage insurance prior to the event.
Call 519.376.0840 for rates and booking information.
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Contact us
Get in touch with the Owen Sound Campus
1450 8th St. E.
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 5R4
519.376.0840
inquire@georgiancollege.ca
Which best describes you?
I’m a future student — connect with the recruitment team
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