Who we are? sommes
CIDE is a Canadian consulting firm working on issues related to international development, the labour market, education and training.
With more than 200 projects carried out In 40 countries, our firm has mobilized the knowledge and resources required to provide technical support in the fields of education, vocational and technical training, institutional strengthening, as well as the promotion of employment and entrepreneurship.
To increase our impact and ensure the sustainability of results, this support is often accompanied by the development of technological solutions.
Vocational and technical training in more than 40 countries.
Institutional strengthening and good governance.
Promotion of employment and entrepreneurship.
Development of innovative technological solutions.
What we do
Participation in educational reforms and vocational training based on the competency-based approach in Africa and South America.
Learn more →- Assistance in implementing institutional reforms and applying good governance principles for public and private stakeholders.
Learn more →Support to governments in achieving their economic development objectives through better labour market insights and adequate training planning.
Learn more →Our history
Since 1982, CIDE has been supporting governments and institutions in the transforming of their education and vocational training systems around the world.
Founding of CIDE
Created by a team of education professionals — the Directors General of CÉGEP John Abbott, Sainte Foy, and Saint Jean sur Richelieu — with the goal of sharing Canadian and Quebec expertise in training engineering.
International expansion
Acquisition of Innovation en développement économique et social (IDÉES International), a private company, to expand activities internationally.
Opening in Tunisia
After years of collaboration, CIDE acquires the Tunisian consulting firm Pro-Invest, strengthening its presence in North Africa.
Opening in Morocco
Our offices open in Casablanca, further reinforcing our presence in North Africa.
Opening in El Salvador
Our offices open in San Salvador, consolidating our presence in Central and South America.
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CIDE is here to support you in your international development, education, and vocational training initiatives.
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