Executive team

Working closely with President Don Bureaux, our team of vice-presidents ensures our administrative units advance our strategic priorities and support our vision and values.

Anna Burke

Vice-President, College Services and Strategy

Responsibilities

• Digital innovation and technology
• Facilities and engineering
• Finance
• Public affairs
• Office of learning and transformation
• Human resources

About Anna

• Anna joined NSCC in 2002 as a Research Analyst, working on projects in planning and transformation. Since then, she’s held progressively senior roles within the College. She has served on the Executive team since 2014, overseeing several vice-presidential portfolios including Academic, Enrolment and currently College Services and Strategy.
• Anna holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts (French) from Memorial University of Newfoundland, as well as a Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University.
• Anna has devoted her career to advancing teaching, learning and leadership and has been involved in many regional and national initiatives to strengthen the College community. She served as Faculty for the CICan Leadership Institute for Managers and Chairs for several years, up to 2024, and is currently on the Interuniversity Services Incorporated Board of Directors.
• Her leadership style is defined by empowerment, collaboration and innovation. Anna inspires individuals and teams to strive for excellence and champions continuous improvement to enhance the student experience.

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, Executive Assistant

Lynn Hartwell

Vice-President, Campuses and Communities

Responsibilities

• Campus-based service delivery
• Campus planning
• Ancillary services
• Community engagement
• Student affairs

About Lynn

• Lynn came to NSCC following a 20-year career in the provincial public service.
• She served as Deputy Minister of the Nova Scotia Department of Community Services for six years, leading 1800+ staff province-wide to provide Nova Scotians with essential services and supports. Lynn first came to know and love NSCC when she was Senior Executive Director with the Skills and Learning branch of the Department of Labour and Advanced Education.
• Lynn began her career with the Department of Justice, where, as a Policy Advisor, she drew on her legal education (Bachelor of Laws, Dalhousie University) to fulfill her responsibilities for legislative, policy and project development, particularly in the areas of civil law and family violence.
• Her career has followed her passion for social justice, social inclusion and social progress.

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, Executive Assistant

Andrew Lafford

Vice-President, Academic

Responsibilities

• Academic planning, programming and quality
• Workforce development
• Entrepreneurship
• Enrolment and registrar services
• Applied research and innovation

About Andrew

• Andrew Lafford boasts over two decades of unwavering dedication to advancing post-secondary education. After completing his studies, Andrew embarked on a career in Software Development within the health services industry, where he discovered a passion for nurturing the next generation of professionals through his knowledge, skills, and experience.
• In 2007, Andrew joined NSCC as a Curriculum Consultant, marking the beginning of an 18-year journey filled with impactful contributions. Throughout his tenure, he has held various progressive roles, each characterized by his steadfast commitment to educational excellence.
• Through his visionary leadership, Andrew continues to shape the educational landscape, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

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, Executive Assistant

Jill Provoe

Vice-President, Equity and International

Responsibilities

• Human rights, equity and inclusion
• International initiatives

About Jill

• Jill joined NSCC in 2006 as Coordinator of the African Canadian Transition Program. Since then, she’s held progressively senior roles within the College, including Dean, School of Access and Executive Director, Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion. In December 2021, Jill was named Acting Vice-President, Academic and in 2022 became Vice-President Academic.
• Jill was named Vice-President, Equity and International in June 2024.
• Jill is involved in regional and national initiatives to strengthen the College community through a lens of access, opportunity and sustainable change. As a bi-racial leader with a heartfelt commitment to equity and Reconciliation, Jill champions a future-ready college experience where partnerships, innovation and inclusive practices converge with a vision to cultivate the careers and communities of tomorrow.

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 Executive Assistant