Spartan Controls Announces Contribution Agreement with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
May 31, 2018
Spartan Controls is pleased to announce we have renewed our partnership with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), with a $4. 3M contribution agreement. NAIT, known for hands-on, technology-based learning, is a leading Canadian polytechnic, delivering education in science, technology, the environment, business, health and trades.
“Investing in and supporting education for the next generation of industry experts is a core principle at Spartan Controls,” said Grant Wilde, President & CEO. “We believe collaboration and innovation go hand in hand in solving today’s industry challenges, creating a bright future for the communities where we work and live.”
This 11-year contribution agreement includes a substantial donation of world class technology, technical support, collaboration and awards funding and will support the Instrumentation Technology, Alternative Energy Technology, Power Engineering, Water and Wastewater Technology and Millwright programs.
“The gift from Spartan Controls is transformational! On behalf of everyone at NAIT, our most sincere thanks,” said Dr. Glenn Feltham, President and CEO of NAIT. “Their gift elevates our students’ education. It ensures they have the most advanced equipment to learn on, and directly supports their educational journey through scholarships and bursaries. What an amazing investment in our students and province!”
Spartan has long supported polytechnics and universities across Western Canada, contributing well over $15 million in equipment and other support, including scholarships, advisory involvement, academic chair funding, and curriculum collaboration.
