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Half a century
of success

Founded in 1974 through the merger of two academic institutions, Concordia has solidified its reputation as a place to innovate, exchange and make the world a better place.

As the university celebrates its 50th anniversary, Concordia commemorates its role in shaping the future — inspiring tomorrow's brightest minds and tackling the big challenges that impact us all.

50 years of education. 50 years of impact.
50 years of forging ahead.

For half a century, Concordia has played a vital role in shaping society through its commitment to education, research and community engagement. From advancing groundbreaking research in sustainability, health and technology to fostering a culture of innovation and creativity, Concordia’s impact has reached far beyond the classroom. With a diverse cohort of over 260,000 alumni, Concordia's graduates have gone on to make meaningful contributions across industries and around the world, while its research and partnerships have helped address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.  

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50 years of building leaders

Being a Concordia student means more than just earning a degree—it’s about discovering potential, embracing new ideas and shaping the future.

Whether it's through giving back to the community, gaining hands-on experience, or building global connections, Concordians are becoming the leaders of tomorrow.

    Discover how Concordia
    is empowering students
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    50 years of making an impact

    Sustainable cities, artificial intelligence, health care and beyond — these are all areas where Concordia is making an impact.

    Whether it's designing buildings that produce more energy than they consume, creating frameworks for ethical AI systems or researching preventive health protocols for an aging population, the university continues to deliver positive dividends for society, not just here in Montreal, but for Quebec, Canada and the international community at large.

      Discover how Concordia
      is impacting change

      Half a century of changing the world — and we're just getting started.

      Explore our roots, alumni stories and much more.

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