Assiniboine Community College has announced the appointment of Valerie McInnes as the new director of the Parkland Campus.
This comes after the retirement of long-time campus director, Gabe Mercier.
McInnes is entering this role with more than five years of experience at Assiniboine, and 32 years in education.
“It is with great excitement that I return to the Parkland campus, continuing my commitment to Assiniboine’s vision.”
Throughout her career in education, McInnes has worked as a classroom teacher, resource teacher, guidance counsellor, and administrator. She got her Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba and is currently working to complete her Masters of Education at Brandon University, with a focus on educational leadership.
“I look forward to bringing my experiences, knowledge, and passion to my new role, to create an engaging, supportive learning environment for both students and staff.”
McInnes says she knows the Parkland Campus offers an exceptional college experience close to home for those in the region.