var college  =
{
            "name":"<span class=collegename>Canadore College</span>",
            "contact1":"Angela Bitetto<br> 705.474.7600 ext.5199 <br><span class=mailto><a href=mailto:angela.bitetto@canadorec.on.ca>angela.bitetto@canadorec.on.ca</a></span>",
            "contact2":""
}; 

var programs = 
[
{
    "title":"Academic Skills Development (ASD)",
    "description":"The ASD program provides adult learners with the opportunity to upgrade their academic skills to prepare for college, apprenticeship, or employment, whether or not they have a high school diploma. Depending upon the learner's goal, studies may include mathematics, English, sciences, computer applications and self-management.This includes the Literacy and Basic Skills and Academic and Career Entrance programs. ",
    "duration":"Based on an individual training plan but maximum of 52 weeks",
    "start_date":"Continuous intake"
},

{
    "title":"Business Management",
    "description":"Applicants must be graduates of any non-business college or university program or possess equivalent work-related and training. <br>Enjoy a specifically customized curriculum developed to meet your particular needs and interests.<br>You can select from a variety of learning options including full-time or part-time study, day or evening classes, independent learning, distance education and correspondence delivery.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (50 Business credits)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, May 2009, September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Ecotourism",
    "description":" Ecotourism workers organize and deliver nature-based programs and experience. Program highlights are: canoe tripping, hiking, snowshoeing, dog sledding, and participating in a variety of workshops including:  rescue training, camping skills, cross country skiing, nature identification, earth science, native customs and outdoor games. Visit the Canadian Ecology Centre, Smoothwater Resort, North Bay Canoe and Kayak, Science North, Eau Claire Gorge, and Wolf Within Adventure and part of the programs important field trips.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Recreation-Therapist Assistant ",
    "description":" Recreation Therapist Assistants help plan and deliver activities and programs to people with illness or disabilities.  This program will prepare you for entry level practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant in clinical and community-based settings.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Personal Support Worker",
    "description":"Graduates of this program have the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to provide personal care and home management services to clients in both community and institutional settings.  They interact with clients, families, and care/service team members.  Personal Support Workers work with clients who are stable and who have clearly identified needs that are not expected to change. They work under supervision and, as valuable members of care/service teams, provide personal care and home management services to clients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioural challenges.",
    "duration":"30 weeks ",
    "start_date":"Core courses afternoons only; service courses may be done on line or in class during the morning"
},

{
    "title":"Motive Power Technician",
    "description":"Start an exciting and diverse career by enrolling in the Motive Power Technician program. This accelerated two-year diploma program is perfect for students interested in a career in any one of five motive power technician fields, including Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, Truck and Coach Technician, Farm Equipment Technician, and Forklift Technician. <br>This program covers a variety of subjects including:<br>&bull;   Applied work practices and procedures<br>&bull;   Engine mechanical<br>&bull;   Fuel systems<br>&bull;   Electrical/electronics<br>&bull;   Climate control<br>&bull;   Hydraulics<br>&bull;   Power trains<br>&bull;   Welding<br>&bull;   Steering suspension and brakes",
    "duration":"48 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Renovation Techniques-Construction Carpentry",
    "description":"The single largest investment most people make is in their homes. The Renovation Techniques - Construction Carpentry certificate program will provide you with basic carpentry skills. Skills required to gain entry level employment in the construction, renovation and maintenance of houses. The program offers a blend of theoretical and practical training. Major topics to be covered include:<br>&bull;   Construction safety<br>&bull;   Hand and power tools<br>&bull;   Building materials<br>&bull;   Site layout<br>&bull;   Concrete foundations<br>&bull;   Construction of footings and foundation forms<br>&bull;   Framing floors, walls and roofs. <br> An introduction to plan reading, quantity estimating and the Ontario Building Code is alsoincluded in this program.",
    "duration":"30 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Mechanical Technician-Machinist",
    "description":"Never has the demand for Machinists been greater than it is today. Now is the time to take charge of your future by enrolling in the Mechanical Technician/Techniques - Machinist program. The program provides theoretical training and hands-on experience with machine tools, plus sufficient computer numerical control (CNC) exposure to teach students basic programming and production work. You will work with standard engine lathes, millingmachines, surface grinders, cylindrical grinders and more. The Technician level program continues to include programming, set-up and operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery.Graduates of this program may receive, at thediscretion of the employer, advanced standing intheir apprenticeships, based on their on-the-jobperformance.",
    "duration":"45 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Mechanical Technician-Industrial Maintenance",
    "description":"Start a lucrative and challenging career as a mechanical technician or millwright. Enrol in the Mechanical Technician - Industrial Maintenance program and receive theoretical and hands-on training in equipment installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, with a strong emphasis in fluid power.<br>Major subjects of study include:<br>&bull;   Shop procedures/Welding Techniques<br>&bull;   Hydraulics<br>&bull;   Technical mechanical drawings<br>&bull;   Pneumatics<br>&bull;   AC and DC electricity<br>&bull;   Programmable logic controllers<br>&bull;   Power transmission<br>&bull;   Material handling equipment<br>&bull;   Machining",
    "duration":"45 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Mechanical Technician-Welder-Fitter ",
    "description":"Enrol in the Welder Fitter program and learn specialized skills in Canadore's first-class welding facilities. The diverse skills acquired can be used in most industrial applications where the demand for versatile, qualified tradespeople continues.  Interesting and rewarding careers exist in welding fabrication or repair shops, mines, mills and construction. This program emphasizes the safe and practical application of all-position welding of plate steel using shielded metal arc (stick) welding procedures. Skill training in all-position welding in gas metal arc (MIG) and gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding, oxyacetylene welding, brazing and cutting techniques are also included in this program.",
    "duration":"45 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Motive Power Technician-Marine and Small Powered Equipment",
    "description":"Start a promising career servicing Marine and/or Small Powered Equipment by enrolling in either the Motive Power Techniques or Technician program.  Subject areas covered in the program include:<br>&bull;   Two and four stroke cycle engines<br>&bull;   Electrical and electronic systems<br>&bull;   Power trains<br>&bull;   Brake systems<br>&bull;   Steering systems <br>&bull;   Applied work practice and procedures <br>In addition, auxiliary equipment such as cutting attachments, blowers and helpful accessories are covered. Students apply the theory and skills taught in the program on modern vehicles and equipment such as snow machines, chainsaws, snowblowers, allterrain vehicles, lawn mowers, outboards, watercraft, as well as numerous gas-powered and hand tools.",
    "duration":"45 Weeks",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Computer Systems Technology-Networking",
    "description":"This six-semester program (completed in less than two years) is based on the CISCO curriculum. This program offers a comprehensive plan of study that includes computer hardware, networking, server operating and management systems. Specific subjects include wireless technologies, the Linux operating system, e-mail management solutions, and WAN technologies. Supplementary topics include application software, database systems, data management, and computer programming with a business environment focus. Graduates of this program may obtain employment in the information systems department within business enterprises, government agencies, or educational institutions.",
    "duration":"Six consecutive semesters (84 wks)",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Information Technology Technician",
    "description":"Now you can obtain provincial certification in the information technology field through apprenticeship, a combination of hands-on training provided by an employer and in-school training provided by Canadore College.  ITT's online courses include a unique blend of components - the Internet, The Learning Manager (TLM), and CD-ROM courseware. TLM is the software system used by Canadore College to manage online learning, and allows students access to courses of study, unit outlines, study guides, projects, tests, final exams and communication with fellow students. In addition, it marks online tests and provides you with immediate feedback, tracks your progress, and provides performance reports to facilitators.",
    "duration":"Six consecutive semesters ",
    "start_date":"Continuous Intake"
},

{
    "title":"Office Administration-General",
    "description":"Are you looking for an exciting program with excellent career prospects? Then the Office Administration - General program has what you are looking for. This program offers you the opportunity to develop your administrative and leadership skills, to work with the latest computer technology, to interact with a close-knit community of students and faculty at an exciting campus, and to prepare yourself for career opportunities worldwide. This is a great opportunity for you to pursue a certificate or diploma program in a challenging, innovative, and rewarding field. It can also be an effective way to enhance a college/university education and broaden your knowledge base with a host of transferable and marketable office skills. ",
    "duration":"15 Weeks ",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Office Administration",
    "description":"In the Office Administration program, we offer you the opportunity to develop your administrative and leadership skills, to work with the latest computer technology, to interact with a close-knit community of students and faculty at an exciting campus, and to prepare yourself for career opportunities worldwide. Beyond the entry-level office skills training received in the first two semesters of the program, you will be trained at an advanced level in software applications, as well as being provided with the tools for problem-solving and critical and creative thinking.",
    "duration":"1 and a half years ",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"General Arts and Science",
    "description":"The General Arts and Science program will help you find direction while learning the vital skills you need to make an informed decision. This program will provide you with the opportunity to achieve the following goals:<br>&bull;   explore career options<br>&bull;   acquire necessary prerequisites for admission into college programs or industrial skills training<br>&bull;   prepare for access to some university programs <br>&bull;   strengthen academic, interpersonal and learning skills On the basis of placement assessments in English and mathematics, and personal interviews, you will be guided into one of the following three certificate programs:<br>&bull;   Aboriginal General Arts and Science (one year)<br>&bull;   General Arts and Science (one year)<br>&bull;   Preparatory Health Sciences (one year)",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Preparatory Health Sciences",
    "description":"The General Arts and Science program will help you find direction while learning the vital skills you need to make an informed decision. This program will provide you with the opportunity to achieve the following goals:<br>&bull;   explore career options<br>&bull;   acquire necessary prerequisites for admission into college programs or industrial skills training<br>&bull;   prepare for access to some university programs<br>&bull;   strengthen academic, interpersonal and learning skills On the basis of placement assessments in English and mathematics, and personal interviews, you will be guided into one of the following three certificate programs:<br>&bull;   Aboriginal General Arts and Science (one year)<br>&bull;   General Arts and Science (one year) <br>&bull;   Preparatory Health Sciences (one year)",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Pre-Technology",
    "description":"The Pre-Trade/Pre-Technology program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue further education in a variety of skilled trades. Students are introduced to various trades so that they can explore different career opportunities while building the solid foundation skills required to be successful in techniques or technician programs. Graduates from this certificate program will continue their education or will be able to work in entry-level positions in various trade sectors (e.g., construction and manufacturing).",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"English as a Second Language",
    "description":"Investing in becoming bilingual is investing in your future. The two-semester English as a Second Language program is designed to meet the needs of Canadian and international students whose first language is not English. There are many reasons to choose ESL at Canadore College:<br>&bull;   The program is approved by the Ministry ofEducation and Training<br>&bull;   We have well-qualified instructors with many years of experience<br>&bull;   You will learn in a state-of-the-art Can8 language laboratory<br>&bull;   We offer small, friendly classes <br>If you graduate from the program with an academic average of A or B, you are considered to be functionally bilingual and able to successfully complete most postsecondary programs in English-speaking institutions.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year)",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Indigenous Wellness and Addictions Prevention",
    "description":"The Indigenous Wellness and Addictions Prevention program (IWAP) is designed to give you the skills and knowledge necessary for employment in urban and Aboriginal settings. Through the promotion of personal and spiritual growth within the healing process, you will acquire the ability to address your own needs and those of individual clients or groups. Traditional methods of healing include Sacred Circles, Teaching Circles, and the use of the four sacred medicines - tobacco, cedar, sage and sweetgrass - to promote an understanding of the physical, mental, social, cultural and spiritual elements of addiction and aspects of recovery, assessment and intervention techniques.",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 Year) ",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Early Childhood Education",
    "description":"Canadore's Early Childhood Education program will help you gain the essential skills needed to start a rewarding and fulfilling career working with children. This is an activity-based program that emphasizes personal growth as well as the knowledge and abilities needed to nurture the development of young children. The placement component of this program provides you with the opportunity to experience the role of an early childhood educator first-hand. These placements are part of the certification process with the Association for Early Childhood Education of Ontario. Modern stage theorists will be presented, outlining the developmental growth of children through stage theories based on certain ages.",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 Year) ",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Aircraft Structural Repair Technician",
    "description":"Specialize in the repair, upgrade and modification of the aviation industry's aging commercial airplanes. Graduates of the Aircraft Structural Repair program are in high demand and many have been hired through on-site recruiting by aviation companies. This program incorporates the Aircraft Structural Repair Technician curriculum that was developed for the industry by the Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council. It focuses on the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of aircraft structural components in response to industry and advisory board input. In addition, the curriculum will prepare you with job entry skills including sheet metal layout, blueprint reading, structural repair of fuselages, wing and empennage sections, and heat and corrosion treatment. ",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"August 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Culinary Skills-Chef",
    "description":"During this one-year certificate program, you will receive the training necessary to start a career as a professional cook and chef in today's growing and challenging cooking industry. Topics of study will include the fundamentals of food preparation, presentation and management of kitchen production. You will also be introduced to hospitality management through courses that focus on areas such as food and beverage management, nutrition and kitchen management. Under the coaching and guidance of culinary award-winning chefs de cuisine and experienced hospitality professors, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in our $2.5 million Hospitality and Tourism Centre, which houses state-of-the-art classrooms, experimental and production kitchens and a dining room facility.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Interactive Multimedia",
    "description":"The explosion of interactive digital media in the home and workplace is creating new opportunities for effective communications. Canadore College's Interactive Multimedia postgraduate program is one of the best ranked in the province according to the KPI survey. You will be developing a variety of products and documents using over a dozen different applications. Some of the industry leading applications include 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, Audition, Encore and MS Project. As a student in the program you will also have the opportunity to work on server technology and create database driven websites.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 Year) ",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Theatre Arts",
    "description":"The Theatre Arts program offers career-oriented actors the fundamental skills, tools, and professionalism for success in the highly competitive world of theatre, film and television. This program combines theory and practice to give students a solid foundation of essential acting skills and techniques necessary to work effectively in all aspects of today's entertainment industry. This three-year program, condensed into two years, includes acting techniques, movement, speech, improvisation, stage combat, film and TV performance, and theatre history. Actor training culminates at the end of the third-year term with a main stage production series showcasing the talents of each graduating class.",
    "duration":"6 Semesters Compressed ",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Crime Scene Investigation",
    "description":"Edmund Locard, the director of the first forensic center in France, once said: &Prime;Wherever he steps, whatever he touches, whatever he leaves behind, even unconsciously, will serve as a silent witness against him.&Prime; Canadore College's new certificate course will show you &Prime;hands-on&Prime; how to photograph crime and crash scenes, collect evidence, and package and prepare exhibits for further analysis. CSI will consist of theory, legal applications, laboratory and field work and will be taught by forensic identification and criminal investigation division personnel. Having the right instructors is the key to success and we have some of the best in the province to help you meet the course's goals and objectives.",
    "duration":"2 Semesters (1 year)",
    "start_date":"September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Business",
    "description":"This 2 year program is an excellent base for students wanting launch a career in the business world, or provides an excellent platform for students wanting to continue their education. In two years, students develop essential skills in business, communications, project management and strategic business analysis.",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Business Administration",
    "description":"This 3 year program will help you develop a broad range of business and administration skills.  Case studies, work projects, seminars and skill development sessions will be used to examine and exchange ideas as well as develop interpersonal skills.   With successful completion of this program, students may be eligible for the Human Resource Certificate. ",
    "duration":"6 Semesters ( 3years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Business Administration-Marketing",
    "description":"This 3 year program will teach you specific skills in industrial and consumer sales, retailing, advertising, market research and marketing management. Develop marketing and advertising plans, perform market research, analyse consumer buyer behaviour, deliver sales presentations, and develop marketing recommendations. Also acquire business skills, knowledge in accounting, data processing, economics, and statistics.",
    "duration":"6 Semesters (3 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},

{
    "title":"Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Management",
    "description":"This 2 year program will prepare you for an exciting career in phases of management and food service. Emphasis is placed on industry related skills in your first year which is applied during your 5 month paid summer placement at recognized hotels, resorts and restaurants.  Your second year focuses on hospitality management. Take advantage of this opportunity to study in our $2.5 million dollar Hospitality and Tourism Centre, which houses state-of-the-art classrooms, experimental and production kitchens and a dining room facility. ",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},
{
    "title":"Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Administration",
    "description":"This 3 year program will prepare you for an exciting career in phases of management and food service. Emphasis is placed on industry related skills in your first year which is applied during your 5 month paid summer placement at recognized hotels, resorts and restaurants.  Your second year focuses on hospitality management. The third year emphasises the development of analytical problem solving.  Through case studies and practical application your learning experience will culminate in start-up and operation of your own hospitality business.  Take advantage of this opportunity to study in our $2.5 million dollar Hospitality and Tourism Centre, which houses state-of-the-art classrooms, experimental and production kitchens and a dining room facility. ",
    "duration":"6 Semesters (3 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009 (January starts will have to sit out 1-semester between semester 4 and 5), <br>September 2009"
},
{
    "title":"Recreation and Leisure Services",
    "description":" Imagine yourself , planning special events, managing sport and recreation facilities, organizing activities for seniors, leading youth activities, supervising outdoor programs, working at a resort or on a cruise ship... these are a few of the many job opportunities that await you.  This program place major emphasis on learning by doing.  Students organize and lead a variety of community events, participate in a number of workshops, and obtain certification in career-related areas.",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},
{
    "title":"Recreation and Leisure Services Administration",
    "description":" This 3 year program is affiliated with Canadore's school of Hospitality and Tourism. The first 2 years are identical to the Recreation and Leisure Services program and provide students with essential skills and practical experience in a recreation setting. The third year students are integrated with Canadore's Hospitality and Tourism students.  Through case study analysis, students are challenged to apply administrative solutions to real life situations.  Students work collaboratively in teams to develop, operate and manage their own business.",
    "duration":"6 Semesters (3 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009  (January starts will have to sit out 1-semester between semester 4 and 5), <br>September 2009 "
},
{
    "title":"Sports Conditioning ",
    "description":" This unique 2 year program teaches you the skills and techniques needed to help athletes reach their maximum physical potential.  This program is designed for athletes, coaches, or trainers who have experience in sport and fitness. This program is a fusion of theory and practical.  In the theory portion students will learn general exercise principles, nutrition, sport specific science.  The practical will consist of advanced training in weightlifting, agility, plyometrics, balance, and sprint training for athletes. Students will plan and deliver sport specific conditioning programs for teams and field instruction and practical coaching experience. ",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
},
{
    "title":"Recreation Therapy ",
    "description":"Recreation Therapy in one of the fastest growing professions in health care. Recreation Therapists participate in the assessment, planning, and delivery of activities to help individuals with illness or disabilities lead more fulfilling and independent lifestyles. The program offers, applied leadership, program planning, and supervisory skills.  Also, documentation procedures and strategies related to leisure and education and counselling. ",
    "duration":"4 Semesters (2 years)",
    "start_date":"January 2009, <br>September 2009"
}
];
