Established 1966.

In Bush Cree, the word kiyânaw refers to the collective nature of we and us, a nod to our togetherness. In Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures alike, our success is derived of foundational community.

Originally called the Alberta Vocational Training Centre, the institution revisited the goals of its programs and services and reopened in 1975 under the name Keyano College. The name would reflect the needs of our community and the collective learning and growing together. The logo – ‘Yours, Mine, Ours’ – embodies the spirit of kiyânaw.

Keyano College currently operates several campuses, as well as learning centres in the communities of Willow (Gregoire) Lake, Fort McKay, and Fort Chipewyan. The institution prides itself as a community builder by offering the training and skills to support the needs of our region.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is celebrating the rich culture and history of Indigenous peoples of this region in recognition of National Indigenous History Month. Please join us throughout the month of June in honoring the original peoples whose stories have marked these lands for time immemorial.