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flag Conestoga College President John Tibbits, 80, retired Jan. 15, 2026, citing family reasons, amid union criticism and layoffs.

flag Conestoga College President John Tibbits, 80, has abruptly retired effective January 15, 2026, citing personal reasons including the recent loss of his brother and a desire to spend more time with family. flag His departure follows months of union criticism over leadership, including a controversial 2024 incident involving vulgar remarks and a December 2025 round of nearly 400 layoffs. flag The Ontario Public Service Employees Union hailed the resignation as a victory and called for inclusive reform under new leadership. flag Norma McDonald Ewing has been named interim president, with a search for a permanent replacement set to begin by March 2026.

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