EDUCAST, A high-level networking event organized by Infinite Group was successfully held today at the Marriott Hotel, Kathmandu, with a special focus on expanding academic and professional cooperation between Nepal and Canada, particularly through Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), Edmonton. The program was attended by Rupinder Parhar, Regional Manager for South Asia and the Middle East at NAIT, along with Mr. Imran Ghayas, representative of Infinite Group, and key stakeholders from Nepal’s education consultancy and professional sectors.
The presence of NAIT, one of Canada’s leading public polytechnic institutions, added significant value to the event, as discussions centered on creating structured pathways for Nepali students to access quality technical and applied education in Canada. Participants explored NAIT’s strengths in applied learning, industry-integrated programs, and its strong graduate employability outcomes, which have positioned the institution as a preferred destination for international students seeking practical, career-oriented education.
Welcoming the guests, Manoj Bhattrai, Manager of Infinite Group Nepal, emphasized that the event was designed to build long-term institutional relationships rather than short-term recruitment outcomes. He highlighted the growing interest of Nepali students in Canadian technical education and stated that partnerships with institutions like NAIT can play a vital role in aligning academic training with global labor market demands.
A major part of the discussion focused on continuing education programs and apprenticeship models offered by NAIT, which combine classroom learning with real-world industry experience. These pathways were presented as particularly relevant for Nepali students aiming to develop job-ready skills and secure employment opportunities in Canada after graduation. The session also addressed professional exchange possibilities between Nepal and Canada, including faculty collaboration, skills development initiatives, and joint academic programs.
Consultancy firms and institutional representatives attending the event shared insights on student mobility trends, visa procedures, and employment prospects in Canada, while also exploring how structured cooperation with NAIT could improve transparency, student preparedness, and post-study outcomes. The interactive format allowed participants to engage directly with the NAIT delegation and gain first-hand information about admission processes, program selection, and career pathways.
Concluding the program, Bhattrai reiterated Infinite Group’s commitment to organizing similar sector-focused networking platforms in the future, aiming to convert professional connections into tangible educational partnerships and student support mechanisms. The event closed with formal appreciation to all participants and a shared commitment to strengthening Nepal–Canada educational collaboration, with NAIT positioned as a key institutional partner in this growing academic corridor.
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