Michael McCormick was appointed to a one-year term in June 2025. (Image Credit: Derek Cornet/larongeNOW Staff)

By Derek Cornet

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McCormick reappointed CEO of Northlands College

Apr 30, 2026 | 12:22 PM

Michael McCormick has been reappointed as the president and CEO for a second term at Northlands College.

“Michael’s leadership over the past term has brought renewed confidence, stability, and strategic momentum to Northlands College,” said Nick Daigneault, the board chair for Northlands, in a media release issued earlier this week.

“His reappointment reflects the board’s confidence in his ability to lead with integrity, accountability, and a deep commitment to northern learners and Indigenous communities. This decision ensures continuity as the college continues to strengthen its programs, partnerships, and financial sustainability.”

Since assuming the role, McCormick has guided Northlands through a period of revitalization grounded in trust, transparency, and measurable impact. His leadership has focused on modernizing core systems, strengthening governance and financial sustainability, expanding Indigenous-centred strategies, advancing capital and accessibility initiatives, and renewing internal structures and performance systems.

“I am honoured by the board’s confidence and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving Northlands College,” McCormick remarked.

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“This college plays a vital role in supporting learners, communities, and Indigenous partners across Saskatchewan’s North. I look forward to building on the strong foundation our staff have created together and to continuing our work to remove barriers, strengthen pathways, and ensure students can live, work, and thrive in the North.”

Under McCormick’s leadership, Northlands College is said to have restored fiscal confidence through disciplined budgeting and long-range capital planning, expanded partnerships with Indigenous governments, northern communities, universities, polytechnics, and industry; and strengthened program pathways aligned to regional needs. His leadership approach is collaborative and forward-looking, grounded in data-informed decision-making, fiscal responsibility, and the belief that reconciliation, inclusion, and student success are fundamental to institutional excellence.

During his second term, McCormick will focus on strengthening program relevance and pathways, advancing reconciliation and employee engagement, protecting fiscal capacity, and breaking down barriers to opportunity for learners across the region.

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derek.cornet@pattisonmedia.com

by Derek Cornet

McCormick reappointed CEO of Northlands College

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