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Prairie College

Prairie College offers fully accredited certificates, diplomas & degrees.
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As one of Canada’s oldest Bible schools, founded in 1922, Bible training has always been at the centre of our identity. What you might not know is that we have 19 career-focused programs that offer extremely relevant training in some of Canada’s most sought after occupations like practical nursing, emergency medical tech, aviation, digital media, pre-counselling, outdoor leadership, business, sports management, and more.

06/04/2026

At our Staff Recognition Chapel, we recognized and celebrated Michael Fox for serving at Prairie College, through PATC, for 25 years!

Michael graduated from Prairie in 1991 with a Bachelor of Religious Education degree and went on to become one of the first students in flight training at PATC in 1992. Today, he serves as a Class 1 Flight Instructor and Class 1 Aerobatic Instructor in Prairie’s Aviation program and is also a Transport Canada–approved Pilot Examiner.

Michael and his wife, Kelli, a 1994 Prairie graduate, enjoy raising their two daughters in a small-town community while staying actively involved in their church and local community. We are grateful for alumni like the Fox family, who have invested in the next generation for the past 25 years!

06/03/2026

At the end of our school year at the Staff Recognition Chapel, we had the privilege of recognizing and celebrating Dr. James Enns for 40 years of faithful service at Prairie College and Prairie Christian Academy!

Dr. Enns spent 15 years at Prairie High School, where he taught multiple subjects, coached girls’ volleyball, and later served as principal from 1995 to 1998, earning Alberta’s Excellence in Teaching Award in 1992. It was also at Prairie High School where he met his wife, Anne, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in Prairie’s community. While Dr. Enns later transitioned into administration and joined Prairie College in 2000, Anne continued teaching in the Prairie High School Art Department for nearly four decades before retiring in 2022.

Together, they built a lasting Prairie legacy, raising three daughters who graduated from Prairie and growing their family to include nine grandchildren. Dr. Enns later earned advanced degrees, including a PhD in History from the University of Cambridge, and today continues investing in students as our Professor of Church History, while also serving as Priest-in-Charge at St. Barnabas Anglican Church. Prairie would not be the same without Dr. James Enns. Thank you, Dr. Enns, for 40 years of faithful service!

06/02/2026

Last week, Prairie College had the privilege of hosting the 10th annual Faith, Fundraising and Communication Symposium!

Our staff and faculty came together to welcome 170 attendees to campus, creating a meaningful time of connection, learning, and networking with organizations from across Canada. We are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to host this event and for everyone who joined us. We’re already looking forward to next year!

06/01/2026

We are thrilled to launch our new Bachelor of Education in September 2026, and we have started accepting applications for our first cohort of students.

On Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM MDT, we will be hosting an information session where we’ll provide an overview of our four-year bachelor’s program, highlighting its unique features and what you can expect from your educational journey. We will also walk you through the admissions requirements and the steps you'll take between now and your arrival on campus.

Register Here for the Information Session: https://prairiecollege.activehosted.com/f/94

05/29/2026

On today’s podcast episode, the final episode of Season 3, we have the privilege of hearing from Alan Barnhart, who served as CEO of Barnhart Crane and Rigging Company for 39 years and now serves as chairman. At the 2026 Faith, Fundraising and Communication Symposium hosted by Prairie College this past week, Alan shared a keynote message on “Stewardship for Impact.”

This is one episode you won’t want to miss! Listen on your favourite streaming platform or at podcast.prairie.edu.

05/27/2026

Applications are now open for Prairie College’s Bachelor of Education for Fall 2026!

At Prairie College, you’re not just a number; you’re joining a community dedicated to making you the best K-6 teacher you can be. The official stamp of approval from Alberta Education and Childcare has arrived, and we're ready for you!

Our unique 4-year Bachelor program provides a direct pathway to teacher certification and prepares you for a career in Education. You will graduate with a deeply grounded Christian worldview, having explored the entire Bible in 7 integrated courses.

Don't miss your chance to accelerate your career. Fall 2026 applications are officially open!

Learn more and apply today: www.prairie.edu/education

05/23/2026

On our latest podcast episode, we feature our 2025/26 student president, Morgan Kraaikamp. In this episode, Morgan explores the theology of comedy and how it can be used for God’s glory. Listen on your favourite streaming platform or at podcast.prairie.edu.

05/20/2026

Preview Day is almost here!

Join us in Three Hills this Saturday, May 23, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for your chance to experience Prairie firsthand. If you’ve been thinking about Prairie, this is the perfect opportunity to explore campus, meet our community, and picture what life here could look like. As an added bonus, any student who attends Preview Day and enrolls for Fall 2026 will receive a $250 tuition credit.

Here’s what you can expect:
Tour – Explore our campus, residence spaces, and classrooms in the quiet of spring.
Learn – Discover Prairie’s heart, mission, and community through information sessions designed to help you discern your next steps.
Fellowship – Enjoy a complimentary meal in our dining hall while connecting with staff and students and getting a true taste of campus life.

To register, go to www.prairie.edu/admissions_visit-prairie-preview-day. We can’t wait to meet you this Saturday!

05/16/2026

Our Digital Media students and staff are on a two-week practicum in Japan! Here are a few photos from their adventures.

05/15/2026

We are pleased to announce a transformative chapter in our 103-year history. On May 14, 2026, Bill Pr2: Prairie Bible Institute Amendment Act, 2026, officially received Royal Assent, formally updating the institution’s charter and expanding its academic horizons within the province of Alberta.
Bill Pr2 authorizes Prairie College, in addition to offering divinity degrees, to deliver programs of study approved under Alberta’s Post-secondary Learning Act and its associated regulations, leading to the conferral of baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

This brings us one step closer to opening applications for the Bachelor of Education program. We hope to welcome our first class of students in September 2026.

We want to express our gratitude to our MLA, Tara Sawyer, who sponsored the Bill and served as a helpful and encouraging guide throughout the process.

To receive updates regarding the Bachelor of Education program, please join our mailing list by completing this form: https://prairiecollege.activehosted.com/f/82

To read the full Press Release, view it here: https://shorturl.at/F3Dal

📸: (L-R) Mark Maxwell, President of Prairie College; Tara Sawyer, MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills; Jennifer Johnson, MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka; Dr. Mark Jonah, Prairie College Provost; and Dr. Kevin Foth, Prairie College Academic Dean at the Alberta Legislature on April 14, 2026, for the committee

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330 5th Avenue NE
Three Hills, AB
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Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 3:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 3:30pm

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http://www.prairie.edu/

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