Future Ready Blog

Does Hank Green have a habit of popping up on your TikTok feed, and you actually watch to the end? Do you have a special place in your heart for Mr. DNA, the animated character who explained cloning in the classic Jurassic Park movies? Have you ever gone down a Wikipedia or YouTube rabbit hole about...

Biotechnology is transforming healthcare, agriculture and environmental sustainability. For prospective students looking to turn their love of science into meaningful change in their community and beyond, biotechnology is a natural choice. But how can they possibly choose between Mohawk College’s...

Once upon a time, people blamed “bad air” for cholera outbreaks. They were so confident that foul smells were the culprit that plague doctors filled their beaked masks with flowers. It took a real step back from conventional wisdom when physician John Snow (no, not Ned Stark’s son) mapped cholera...

Canada is working towards building a greener future through the development and use of renewable energy. As we work towards goals like having a net-zero carbon emissions electricity grid by 2035, the demand for individuals skilled in the technologies that can make this a reality is steadily...

What if the path to your greatest passion wasn’t clearly marked, but hidden behind one of several mystery doors? For Miranda Martin-Kinsman, life after graduation felt like standing on the set of the 1960s game show Let’s Make a Deal, unsure which door to choose and half expecting a goat behind at...

Skilled trade workers are in high demand across Ontario, and apprenticeships are a critical pathway to these rewarding careers yet knowing how to start can be a barrier for some would-be apprentices. Many find themselves in a "chicken and egg" situation, needing an employer to sponsor them while...

Building Information Modelling (BIM) has evolved from a specialized skill held by top experts in architecture, engineering, building sciences and other construction fields into a highly sought-after capability that organizations now expect from new hires. Today there are specialized positions...

Most of us never stop to question if the water from our tap is safe to drink. We certainly never consider the complexities of wastewater treatment or how these systems function. Fortunately, students from Mohawk College’s Environmental Technician program are gaining the knowledge and skills needed...

Not every turtle has the modern-day survival skills of Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo. At a small lake in Dundas, Ontario, the snapping turtle population is declining, and they could use a little help from some soon-to-be environmental professionals and real-life heroes. Meet the...

If you ever want to feel inspired, stop a student in our hallways and ask them how they would like to make a difference with climate action. The Sustainability Office at Mohawk College did just that in the form of a survey. Nearly 2,100 students from various campuses and programs gave their feedback...