The College Sector Committee for Adult Upgrading (CSC) is an incorporated, not-for-profit support organization representing academic upgrading programs and staff in Ontario’s 24 public colleges. The CSC provides leadership, representation, support, advocacy and resources to Ontario's public colleges in their delivery of outstanding academic upgrading programs and services to adults, including the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) grade 12 equivalent program.

Adult upgrading programs are transformational for many adult learners, providing them with the foundation and preparation for success in postsecondary education, employment, and apprenticeship. Through collaboration, advocacy, innovation and service delivery, the CSC supports the efforts of adult learners as they seek to achieve their goals.

The CSC supports its members by sharing resources and innovative practices, providing access to relevant and current information through collaboration, professional development and the CSC website. As a service provider, the CSC delivers ACE Distance, providing e-learning ACE courses to students as an alternative to in-person, classroom-based ACE programming.

The CSC has expert leadership and strong member engagement. Founded in 1985 and incorporated in 2013 as a not-for-profit organization, the CSC is governed by a nine-member Board of Directors and is led by an Executive Director. Its annual general meeting is held in June. The Executive Director collaborates with CSC members, Colleges Ontario, government and other stakeholders to promote and support the important role of Ontario’s public colleges in the delivery of academic upgrading for adults. The CSC receives financial support for its activities and ACE Distance delivery from the government of Ontario.

MISSION
The CSCAU provides leadership, advocacy and resources to our Ontario public colleges to support the delivery of outstanding academic upgrading programs and services.

VALUES
The College Sector Committee for Adult Upgrading:
• Values collaboration with our stakeholders;
• Fosters academic and organizational excellence;
• Respects the institutional autonomy of our members;
• Conducts business with responsiveness, respect and integrity; and
• Encourages innovation in programs and services