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A person standing in a kitchen, with food on the counter.

Blending cultures, one bite at a time

Discover how NSCC graduate Sekinah used Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making funding to grow her business, Saffy's Eats and Treats. Read her story.

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Image shows a group of NSCC students and employees taking part in an international learning exchange in Costa Rica in March 2025.

Nearly 100 College members to embark on global learning trips

Community Impact Student Success Study at NSCC

Over the next few months, nearly 100 NSCC students and employees will expand their learning and skills through study projects that span the globe – taking part in 11 projects across 11 countries.

Jessie, an Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Assistant student at NSCC is standing in the program's lab with various OT/PT equipment behind her.

Video: A day in the life: Jessie

Study at NSCC

Jessie shares a day in her life as an Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Assistant student at NSCC Amherst Learning Centre.

Molly, Natural Resources Environmental Technology students standing outside and smiling at camera

Video: A day in the life: Molly

Study at NSCC

Molly shares a day in her life as a Natural Resources Environmental Technology student at NSCC Strait Area Campus.

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Media releases and statements

Wind Turbine Technician program coming to NSCC Strait Area Campus
Apr. 07, 2025 – Media Release

2025 Touch of Class gala cancelled due to weather
Apr. 02, 2025 – Media Release

Cape Breton Building Trades and Unionized Contractors gifts $100k to support skilled trades at Sydney Waterfront Campus
Dec. 05, 2024 – Media Release

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NSCC in the news

New skilled trades’ pathway to launch in MODG schools this fall Starting this fall, high school students in Guysborough and Canso will have access to the Options and Opportunities (O2) program, designed to bridge the gap between school and the skilled trades workforce. The program provides students with a guaranteed pathway to NSCC.

Apr. 23, 2025Guysborough Journal

Locals win hardware at Skills N.S. competition NSCC students from Fall River and surrounding communities brought home plenty of medals from a Skills Canada – Nova Scotia competition held this month at Sydney Waterfront Campus. Some of these winners will also represent Nova Scotia at the 2025 Skills Canada national competition next month in Saskatchewan.

Apr. 23, 2025The Laker

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Construction updates

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Media inquiry

We can help coordinate background materials, source ideas and facilitate interviews with NSCC experts. If you have questions about NSCC initiatives at any of our 14 campuses and six community learning centres, a good first step is to contact:

Katie Gordon
Communications Advisor
782-409-2007

Danielle MacDougall
Communications Advisor
902-430-7972