Continuing education enrolments at Canadian universities have grown by 16.1% since 2022, according to a national survey by the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education (CAUCE). In 2024, 33 universities collectively reported over 499,000 enrolments across certificates, micro-credentials, and community programming. Among 20 institutions that consistently reported over three years, continuing education enrolment rose steadily, reflecting demand for flexible, career-aligned learning. However, CAUCE found that nearly 60% of these enrolments are not reported to government, which means the sector’s scale often goes unrecognized. “Continuing education is meeting real needs—from career shifts to lifelong learning—but we need to tell that story clearly,” said CAUCE Chair of Data Collection Committee Evan Cortens.
