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Students mark 25 service‑learning projects with community rebrand
NSCC's Graphic and Print Production program is celebrating its 25th service-learning project by supporting a local non-profit with a rebrand, free of charge.
From coastlines to firelines
A made-in-Nova Scotia innovation is rethinking how we understand and respond to risk. Developed in collaboration with NSCC’s geomatics researchers, this product transforms complex science into real-time insight, combining advanced modelling, 3D visualization and Indigenous knowledge.
Video: A day in the life of a Carpentry Certificate student
In the Carpentry Certificate program, students gain hands-on experience building structures, using tools and applying practical skills in the shop. Follow Ethan’s day in the life as an NSCC student at Lunenburg Campus and learn about our 1-year certificate program.
Media releases and statements
NSCC celebrates over 4,000 graduates across province
May. 28, 2026 – Media Release
NSCC budget balanced: operation efficiencies, role reductions
May. 06, 2026 – Media Release
NSCC and NS Power launch new Power and Utility Line Work cohort
Feb. 02, 2026 – Media Release
NSCC in the news
NSCC awards Shannon with honorary diploma
Joseph Patrick Shannon will be awarded an honorary diploma from NSCC this month. Joseph has been a valued and trusted partner of NSCC for over 25 years, especially through Shannex and its various service lines.
Jun. 03, 2026The Inverness Oran
NSCC student Avery Cote named Enactus Student Leader of the Year
Business Administration student Avery Cote has been named the 2026 Enactus Student Leader of the Year. Avery grew Ivany's Enactus team from 4 to 30 members, mentored his team and led them to nationals, recently breaking a six-year drought to become regional champions for the first time since 2018 and placing in all four regional challenges.
Jun. 03, 2026Enactus
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Danielle MacDougall
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902-430-7972