LCI acquires The Art Institute of Vancouver

The LCI Education network announced on Wednesday that it will add The Art Institute of Vancouver (AIV) to its portfolio of private post-secondary institutions around the world, which teach job-ready skills to students in areas such as fashion. The acquisition will take place sometime before January 31.

The acquisition will increase LCI’s presence on the West Coast and its overall network of campuses.

"Acquiring leading private, post-secondary educational institutions is an important part of LCI's strategy to become the world's leading network of select private educational institutions, recognized for innovation, efficiency and results," says Claude Marchand, CEO of LCI Education network, in a news statement.

"Joining the LCI family provides AIV with support from respected private post-secondary institutions and further momentum for its progressive, industry-leading curricula," adds Brian Parker, The Art Institute of Vancouver, President.

AIV students will benefit from access to a wider range of facilities, as well as faculty, staff and industry connections.

LCI Education traces its origins back to LaSalle College in Montreal, which was founded in 1959. It is currently present on five continents and has a network of 22 higher education institutions.

LCI acquires The Art Institute of Vancouver

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