The University of Northern Philippines has bolstered its global partnerships by officially joining the Philippine-Canada Education Consortium for International Collaborative Partnerships on Innovations for Inclusive Global Engagements (PhilCan EduCon Infin8 Network). The strategic alliance was formalized during a ceremonial signing on December 9, 2025, at Hotel Tropicana, Cavite State University in Indang, Cavite, marking a significant step in UNP’s commitment to international collaboration and educational innovation.
UNP President Dr. Erwin F. Cadorna was lauded for his pivotal role in the ceremonial signing, an event marking a significant step in strengthening ties between Philippine and Canadian universities. The partnership agreement embodies a shared vision among member institutions to advance inclusive education, foster collaborative research, and drive initiatives in priority fields identified by the network. By formalizing this alliance, the universities reaffirmed their commitment to creating innovative, globally connected learning opportunities and to addressing pressing educational and societal challenges through joint programs and initiatives.
In a significant recognition of its commitment to international collaboration, the University of Northern Philippines received a Certificate of Partnership as an official network member of the PhilCan EduCon Infin8 Network.
The accolade affirms UNP’s active role in fostering collaborative programs, research initiatives, and knowledge exchange across a wide range of disciplines. These include agriculture, fisheries and food systems, environmental management, education, culture and the arts, architecture and engineering, information technology and computer sciences, health care, tourism and hospitality management, judicial education, peace and security, as well as other emerging fields. Through this partnership, UNP strengthens its position as a hub for academic innovation and cross-border educational engagement.
Through this strategic collaboration, the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) now joins a network of partner institutions dedicated to advance transformative innovations, facilitate faculty and student exchanges, and launch joint projects that foster global engagement and sustainable development. The network also lauds UNP’s significant contributions and anticipates future collaborative initiatives that will generate meaningful impact for both local communities and the wider international academic sphere.
