Transform, Together.

Mock-up design photo of the new Sydney Waterfront Campus at night

A campaign to fund the heart and soul of NSCC's transformational Sydney Waterfront Campus

The Campus will continue NSCC’s tradition of excellence in education that transforms students into innovators and leaders, while also offering the training and skills development to meet the labour needs of our communities.

The Sydney Waterfront Campus is an investment in NSCC’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. This Campus will create a safe and welcoming place in the true spirit of belonging that reflects our students and our stories.

A new environment for learning and innovation

As a brand new 305,000 sq. ft. facility, the Sydney Waterfront Campus will be a place that transforms Downtown Sydney and forms a lasting piece of social infrastructure.

The Campus will be home to all five academic schools while bringing new spaces and programming such as:

New and enhanced learning spaces

Learning Commons and Hon. Mayann E. Francis Library
Community Commons
Presentation Theatre

Applied Research Centre
Early Childhood Education Centre, Daycare and Playground
Culinary Centre and Hybrid Food Lab

New programming

Ocean Technology, which is currently only offered at Ivany Campus.

Impact stories

“I will apply everything I’m learning at NSCC to future endeavors to help Membertou, my community, grow. It is my hope that I will inspire other Mi’kmaw people to continue their education to better themselves and their communities.”

Mark and Krista both joined NSCC’s culinary program in 2013. Today, they have three businesses together, employing up to 65 employees, many of whom are NSCC graduates.

Mr. MacLeod’s family is honouring his legacy with a $200,000 gift to help build a new, accessible playground for the Sydney Waterfront Campus, doubling as a learning lab for the Early Childhood Education program.

Although Drew Hood and Cassie MacDonald both started their post-secondary journeys pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree, they credit the Women Unlimited program at NSCC for helping them navigate the path to their dream careers in the trades.

Tuma Stevens

“I will apply everything I’m learning at NSCC to future endeavors to help Membertou, my community, grow. It is my hope that I will inspire other Mi’kmaw people to continue their education to better themselves and their communities.” Read Tuma's story
Mark and Krista Paterson

Mark and Krista both joined NSCC’s culinary program in 2013. Today, they have three businesses together, employing up to 65 employees, many of whom are NSCC graduates. Read Mark and Krista's story
D. Stuart MacLeod

Mr. MacLeod’s family is honouring his legacy with a $200,000 gift to help build a new, accessible playground for the Sydney Waterfront Campus, doubling as a learning lab for the Early Childhood Education program. Read Stuart's Story
Women Unlimited

Although Drew Hood and Cassie MacDonald both started their post-secondary journeys pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree, they credit the Women Unlimited program at NSCC for helping them navigate the path to their dream careers in the trades. Read their stories

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How to get involved

To learn more about how you can get involved with NSCC's Sydney Waterfront Campus, please contact:

Whitney MacLean
Manager of Philanthropy and Engagement
Phone: 902-491-3213
Email:

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