eCampusOntario Welcomes Three New Members to Expand Virtual Learning Capacity
eCampusOntario admitted three new members into its consortium this winter: the Northern Ontario School of Medicine University (NOSM U), Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute, and Anishinabek Educational Institute. Their addition brings eCampusOntario’s membership to 57 postsecondary institutions, further strengthening the organization’s role as a leader in digital learning innovation across Ontario.
eCampusOntario’s growing network now includes a broader range of expertise and perspectives, enhancing the consortium’s capacity to develop inclusive, high-quality digital learning experiences. The three new members bring strengths in medical education, Indigenous-led training, and community-centered programming that will support collaborative initiatives, shared resources, and learner-centered innovation across the province.
“We are delighted to welcome NOSM U, Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute and Anishinabek Educational Institute as our newest members,” said Robert Luke, CEO of eCampusOntario. “Their expertise and community-rooted approach will deepen our collective ability to design accessible, culturally responsive, and future-ready learning opportunities for learners across Ontario.”
“Joining eCampusOntario opens new pathways for our learners and faculty to collaborate on cutting‑edge, technology‑enabled medical education,” said Dr. Michael Green, President, Vice Chancellor, Dean and CEO, NOSM U. “By working with the consortium, we can scale clinical simulation, interprofessional learning, and research-informed teaching to better prepare health professionals for the challenges of tomorrow.”
“We are honoured to join eCampusOntario and to contribute Indigenous knowledge, language revitalization, and community‑centered learning to Ontario postsecondary education,” said Norma Sunday, Associate Director, Post-Secondary & Continuing Education at Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education. “Membership in eCampusOntario will help ensure Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute has improved access to tools and resources to provide digital learning for our students that is culturally grounded.”
“Becoming part of eCampusOntario strengthens our ability to share Anishinabek perspectives and pedagogies across the postsecondary sector,” said Mindy Taylor, Director of Education for the Anishinabek Nation. “Together we will advance inclusive online learning practices that respect Indigenous ways of knowing and support student success across the province.”
About eCampusOntario
eCampusOntario is a not-for-profit organization funded by the provincial government, that supports innovation, collaboration and digital-by-design education in Ontario’s colleges, Indigenous Institutes, and universities. We provide the sector with platforms, programs and services to advance digital participation in postsecondary education, connecting Ontario’s postsecondary institutions and learners to the future of learning and work.
About The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM)
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is Canada’s first independent medical university, with campuses in Thunder Bay and Sudbury. Established to address the healthcare needs of Northern Ontario, it provides training and education in over 90 communities across the region through a community-engaged model. The university offers medical education, as well as training for other health professionals, and has a mission to improve health equity for Northern Ontarians.
About Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute
Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute is an Indigenous-led, accredited post-secondary institution in Akwesasne (Mohawk Territory) offering culturally relevant education, training, and skill development for adult learners, focusing on economic empowerment, self-sufficiency, and preserving Indigenous knowledge through programs like high school completion, college diplomas, and vocational training
About Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI)
The Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) is a First Nation-owned post-secondary institution in Ontario, Canada, providing culturally supportive education for Anishinabek people, focusing on programs like health, childcare, and mental health, often delivered through flexible blended learning models (on-campus, community-based, or combination) to support student success while respecting Indigenous identity and traditions.