Paul Armstrong
Paul Armstrong became the 9th President of Mohawk College in July 2024.
His journey with the college began as a student in the late 1980s. After graduating with diplomas in Radiological Technology (1988) and Medical Diagnostic Ultrasound (1989), Paul returned to Mohawk College in 1992 as a faculty member in the Department of Medical Imaging. In 2013, his contributions to health sciences were honoured with an Alumni of Distinction Award.
Over three decades, Paul has played a central role in shaping the college’s growth and direction. Appointed Vice President, Academic in 2016, he became Chief Operating Officer in 2020. In that role, he helped guide the college through the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most turbulent chapters in its history.
Paul has led major initiatives and forged lasting partnerships that have expanded the college’s impact on students, employers, and the communities it serves. He spearheaded the development of the college’s current strategic plan, with a strong focus on Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Equity, Diversity and Inclusion—priorities he personally champions. He led the creation of the college’s first EDI Action Plan and has worked closely with Indigenous leaders to build programs that serve their communities.
Paul’s extensive experience continues to serve the college well as he leads it through a time of transition and change affecting colleges and universities across Canada.
Beyond Mohawk College, Paul has helped shape national progress on green jobs and training. He was a founding member of Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery, a coalition of 16 institutions working to prepare Canadians for the low-carbon economy. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the C2R2 Governance Committee.
Paul is the Past Chair of the Board for Skills Ontario. He is also the former Chair of the Industry Education Council of Hamilton.
Paul holds an MBA from Queen’s University and has completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.
