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About the program

Globalization brings people of the world closer together. However, discrimination and other forms of intolerance continue to cause problems. In our increasingly multicultural society, these issues can lead to exclusion and inequality, often along racial and ethnic lines.

Our part-time, online Intercultural Relations program directly responds to learning needs identified by various representatives from human services and justice agencies who recognize that racial inequity and negative stereotyping are significant social problems.

In Conestoga's five-course certificate in Intercultural Relations, you will examine diversity issues in a social context, explore critical differences in cross-cultural communication, and identify the sources, causes, forms, and manifestations of these issues in our society.

Program information

All courses must be completed within 5 years of acceptance into the program.

Admission requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older

Note re: admission requirements

  • Students must be able to receive instruction, respond and research in the English language.

Admission procedures

  • Apply at Ontario Colleges - www.ontariocolleges.ca
  • Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.

Graduate opportunities

For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

Program outcomes

  • Discuss issues specific to aboriginal cultures in Canada including land claims, justice and social services.
  • Identify issues in diversity with a focus on inequality in various social settings.
  • Identify types of discrimination and racism.
  • Analyze sociological factors that may cause biases and prejudice.
  • Define culture and discuss its impact on intercultural communication.
  • Examine social problems in contemporary Canadian society.

Program related resources

Program contact

Continuing Education
Upcoming registrations

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Spring registration: Now open
Fall registration: Opens July 7, 2025