Information and Communications Technology Council

A not-for-profit sector council, the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC), strives to create a prepared, diverse and highly educated Canadian ICT industry and workforce. ICTC is a catalyst for change, pushing for innovations that will provide standards, labour market intelligence, career pathways and immigration initiatives for the Canadian ICT industry, educators and governments. We forge partnerships that will help develop the quantity and quality of ICT professionals needed to maintain and improve Canada’s position as a leader in the global marketplace.

To achieve these goals, ICTC focuses on five main areas that are proven building blocks for a healthy, successful and forward-looking sector:
- Standards
- Labour Market Intelligence
- Career Pathways
- Immigration Initiatives
- Partnership

Focus on Information Technology (FIT)

Formerly known the Information Technology Support Associate (ITSA) program, FIT is a Canada wide program for students in grade 11 and 12 that provides a head start on post-secondary education goals by providing them with a foundation of technical, business and interpersonal skills.

FIT is a 2-year information technology program that is delivered through a unique business simulation model. Students work in teams to establish and operate their own computer sales and service organization.

FIT focuses on a core Computers / Networking concentration with optional concentrations in Database and/or Security.

Upon graduation FIT students have a secondary school diploma, combined with:
- Business/entrepreneurial expertise
- Work experience
- Advanced standing and/or credit toward post-secondary programs
- Students may also achieve:
- A+ and Network+ certifications recognized by industry
- Database technology skills
- Privacy and security networking expertise
- National certification / recognition

FIT gives secondary school graduates an education advantage that can lead to challenging and rewarding careers in IT.

To find out more about the program, go to: FIT program