If you were planning to study Heritage Carpentry and Joinery at Algonquin College’s Perth campus, heritage carpentry in Perth carries on at Perth Academy. Perth Academy is targeting fall 2027 for Heritage Carpentry & Joinery, here in Perth, Ontario. Express interest below and we will keep you informed as plans are finalized.
What changed at Algonquin College
In February 2025, Algonquin College’s Board of Governors approved closing the Perth campus, and the campus ceased operations by August 2026. For details of Algonquin’s own offerings, contact Algonquin College directly.
Perth has been home to heritage carpentry learning for years. Perth Academy is taking that work forward, in the town where it belongs.
Heritage Carpentry & Joinery at Perth Academy
Heritage Carpentry & Joinery at Perth Academy is rooted in the traditions of building and engaged with the demands of the modern world.
- Traditional joinery, timber framing and architectural millwork, with hand tools and modern equipment
- Material knowledge: how wood moves, how structures breathe, and how traditional methods work with contemporary building science
- Drawings, trade math and project planning: reading and producing technical drawings, estimating, scheduling and coordination
- Working on existing buildings: assessing condition, diagnosing failures and carrying out repairs
- Hands-on project work: participants leave with a portfolio of built work
Mastering a craft takes thousands of hours. Perth Academy plans to give participants that time, on tools and with materials.
Why Perth
Perth carries one of the richest collections of heritage architecture in Ontario. Stone, timber and craft are visible on every street, and Ottawa is close by. Read more about Perth.
Express interest for fall 2027
Perth Academy is targeting fall 2027 for Heritage Carpentry & Joinery. Details, including schedule and fees, are not yet finalized. Leave your details below, or talk to Andrew Edmondson, Director of Admissions, at admissions@perthacademy.ca.
Frequently asked questions
Does Algonquin College still offer Heritage Carpentry and Joinery in Perth?
No. Algonquin College closed its Perth campus by August 2026. For details of Algonquin's own offerings, contact Algonquin College directly. Perth Academy is targeting fall 2027 for Heritage Carpentry & Joinery in Perth.
Where can I learn heritage carpentry and joinery in Perth, Ontario?
Perth Academy is a not-for-profit heritage trades learning centre in Perth, Ontario. It is targeting fall 2027 for Heritage Carpentry & Joinery, covering traditional joinery, timber framing and architectural millwork. Express interest on this page to be kept informed.
When does Perth Academy's Heritage Carpentry & Joinery start?
Perth Academy is targeting fall 2027. Perth Academy is not accepting participants for 2026–27.
How much will it cost?
Fees are not yet finalized. Express interest and Perth Academy will share details once they are confirmed.
Is Perth Academy part of Algonquin College?
No. Perth Academy is an independent not-for-profit in Perth, Ontario, and is not affiliated with Algonquin College.
Is Perth Academy a registered Private Career College?
Perth Academy is in the process of obtaining Private Career College registration in Ontario. Registration is in progress and has not yet been granted. Current offerings are non-vocational and intended for general interest and professional development.
Who can I talk to about joining?
Andrew Edmondson, Director of Admissions, at admissions@perthacademy.ca. You can also book a conversation with Andrew online.
Perth Academy is an independent not-for-profit in Perth, Ontario, and is not affiliated with Algonquin College. Perth Academy is in the process of obtaining Private Career College registration in Ontario; current offerings are non-vocational and intended for general interest and professional development.