Algonquin College was established in 1957 as the Eastern Ontario Institute of Technology in Ottawa with 120 students. It is now known as Algonquin College and provides career-oriented education across various programs. It has campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke and offers programs in fields like business, IT, health, trades and more. The college supports over 5,800 graduates annually and has a high rate of graduate employment and satisfaction.