A Quarter Century of Innovation
Join us as eConcordia marks a milestone, alongside Concordia University's remarkable 50th Anniversary.
For 25 years, eConcordia has proudly transformed online education, offering students flexibility and excellence in digital learning. As one of Canada’s pioneers in online education, we've come a long way since our inception, continually innovating to provide dynamic, interactive, and enriching experiences for learners everywhere and at any time.
Watch Our Journey
Join us in revisiting a few key moments from our exciting history.
Distinctions and Achievements
Over our 25-year journey, eConcordia has proudly received numerous distinctions and recognitions:
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EDUC 240 - Introduction to Training and Development:
Award of Merit in the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE) Awards of Excellence
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EDUC 270 - Educational Communication:
Award of Excellence and Innovation in the Instructional Design by the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE).
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ENGL 306 – Tolkien’s Old English:
Runner-up in the e-learning category (Academic Division), awarded by The International E-Learning Association (IELA)
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THEO 202 – Introduction to Biblical Studies:
Award of Excellence and Innovation in Instructional Design by the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE).
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SOCI 298E – Introduction to Biblical Studies:
Winner in the e-learning category (Academic Division), awarded by The International E-Learning Association (IELA) (Dr. Roger Maclean)
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ARTH298M – Montreal: Evolution through Architecture and Urbanism:
Winner of the Digi Awards "Best in e-Learning" category (Dr. Jean Bélisle)
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FINA 210 – Introduction to Real Estate:
Award of Merit in Instructional Design/Teaching and Learning, the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE) (Jay Mannadiar, MBA)
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ANTH202 – Introduction to Culture:
Best e-learning academic product, the International E-Learning Association (IELA) (Dr. Christine Jourdan)
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ARTH 272 - From Realism to Abstraction in Canadian Art:
Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Use of Technology, the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (Dr. Francois-Marc Gagnon).
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ANTH 202 - Introduction to Culture:
Award for Excellence and Innovation in Instructional Design, the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (Dr. Christine Jourdan).
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COMM 299M – Marketing Yourself:
Award for Excellence and Innovation in Instructional Design, the Canadian Association for Distance Education (Dr. Jordan LeBel and Professor Harold Simpkins).
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eConcordia received the Canadian e-Business Leadership Award in the category of elearning
Thank you
To our faculty, students, alumni, partners, and community members—your dedication and support made these 25 years possible.
Together, let’s continue shaping the future of online learning!
Concordia University Celebrates 50 Years
As we celebrate 25 years of eConcordia, Concordia University marks its own significant milestone—50 years of shaping minds and futures. Discover more about Concordia University's 50-year legacy of impact, innovation, and inclusion.