St. Lawrence College suspends 40% of programs starting spring 2025

Blames changes imposed be federal government

St. Lawrence College (SLC) announced it will suspend 55 program intakes across its three campuses beginning in spring 2025. The cuts represent about 40% of its programming, including 51 post-secondary and four apprenticeship programs.

SLC President and CEO Glenn Vollebregt attributed the decision to federal policy changes that impacted college operations. “Short-sighted decisions didn’t consider the unique needs of colleges and the communities we serve,” Vollebregt said.

Despite the suspensions, SLC reaffirmed its commitment to supporting students, employers, and workforce development across Eastern Ontario.

The college plans to assist affected students and maintain its role as a community leader.

SLC’s move comes amid challenges facing many post-secondary institutions navigating shifting policy landscapes.

Students and community members are encouraged to contact SLC for guidance on alternative programs and opportunities.

Here is the complete list of program suspensions:

NOTE: Students currently enrolled in a program that is being suspended are not impacted and can continue their studies as originally planned. 

Bachelor of Business Administration, Kingston  
Business, Brockville Cornwall  
Business - Accounting Cornwall, Kingston   
Business - Human Resources, Kingston   
Business – Marketing, Kingston  
Business Administration, Cornwall   
Business Administration – Accounting, Cornwall, Kingston   
Business Administration - Human Resources, Kingston   
Business Administration – Marketing, Kingston  
Business Fundamentals, Brockville, Cornwall  
Business Analytics, Kingston  
Child and Youth Care, Kingston   
Culinary Management, Kingston   
Culinary Skills, Kingston   
Energy Systems Engineering Technology, Kingston  
General Arts and Science - One Year, Brockville, Cornwall, Kingston  
General Arts and Science Diploma, Brockville, Cornwall, Kingston  
Hairstyling, Brockville   
Health Information Management, Kingston   
Hospitality, Kingston  
Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology, Kingston   
International Business Management, Kingston  
Law Clerk, Kingston  
Media Arts Fundamentals, Brockville, Kingston  
Mental Wellness and Addictions Worker, Brockville, Kingston   
Music and Digital Media, Kingston  
Music Theatre – Performance, Brockville   
Music Theatre - Performance (Queen’s) Brockville   
Office Administration – General, Brockville, Kingston   
Office Administration - Health Services, Brockville, Kingston   
Office Administration – Legal, Kingston  
Police Foundations, Brockville, Online   
Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas, Cornwall, Kingston   
Project Management, Cornwall, Kingston  
Tourism, Kingston  
Visual and Creative Arts - Fine Arts, Brockville   
 
Apprenticeship Programs  
 
General Machinist, Kingston  
Cook, Kingston  
Automotive Service, Cornwall  
Brick & Stone Mason, Kingston  

 
Visit the St. Lawrence College website for more.