Impact Stories
Rediscovering passions: Meet Mitchell Langford
Mitchell Langford is rediscovering his passions at NSCC thanks to the support of awards like the Black and African Nova Scotian Cost of Living Bursary.
NSCC Foundation and Alumni Relations announces new Executive Director
MEDIA RELEASE: Nova Scotia Community College’s Foundation and Alumni Relations has announced its new Executive Director, Denise Green.
Finding your stride – Amber Hartlin’s NSCC journey
Amber Hartlin took the leap of faith to return to school, and thanks to the Emergency Cost of Living Bursary, she's following in her grandmother's footsteps to become a nurse.
Maestro Fresh Wes celebrates induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame with new scholarship at NSCC
MEDIA RELEASE: On November 7, at Maestro Fresh Wes announces his new scholarship at NSCC to celebrate his induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Success at sea: Chelsea King’s ocean dream
Chelsea King, a second-year Marine Navigation Technology student at NSCC's Strait Area Campus Nautical Institute, embodies the essence of determination and spirit of the Ocean Dream Award for Women and Indigenous People.
Indigenous Student Support Program helps student reach their dreams
Thanks to the Indigenous Student Support Program, Andrew M. received support from the Indigenous Students Immediate Needs Fund at a critical time for him to pursue his dream work placement.
NSCC Accessibility Supports ignite a student’s potential
With accessibility supports, student awards, and perseverance, Judy Lewis thrived at NSCC and created her own award to support students like her. Read more in the Halifax Chamber of Commerce's Business Voice Magazine.
Awards supporting Mi'kmaq and Indigenous students at NSCC
Thanks to donor support, NSCC offers dedicated awards for Mi'kmaq and Indigenous students, as well as many more open to equity-seeking groups.
Nova Scotia Power funds award in honour of Doreen Parsons supporting women in trades
MEDIA RELEASE: On May 24, at NSCC's IT Campus, Nova Scotia Power announced its funding to the Doreen Parsons Legacy Award.
Jeannine Deveau Achievement Fund gift supports $45K in awards for PREP alumni at NSCC
The Jeannine Deveau Achievement Fund's $530,000 gift to the PREP Academy is supporting $45,000 in entrance and graduating awards for PREP alumni at NSCC.
Student awards helping to make creative dreams a reality
When Amber H. finished university, she was searching for something that would help her explore her creative side. Thanks to student awards, she's chasing her dreams to make her mark on the creative sector.
Admiral donation to uplifts and support Women Unlimited participants and alumni
MEDIA RELEASE: On April 25, at NSCC’s IT Campus, Admiral announced its three-year commitment to support the Women Unlimited Program at NSCC.
Scotiabank commits $210,000 to support and inspire NSCC student and alumni entrepreneurs
MEDIA RELEASE: On April 14, at NSCC’s Akerley Campus, Scotiabank announced its three-year $210,000 commitment to extend the Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making Program at NSCC.
NSCC awards inspired by women, for women
Through the generosity of our donors and partners, NSCC offers a variety of scholarships, bursaries and awards dedicated to helping women pursue post-secondary education.
Awards supporting Black and African Nova Scotian students at NSCC
Learn more about NSCC’s seven dedicated awards, scholarships and bursaries for Black and African Nova Scotian students funded by our donors and partners and how you can support them.
Emergency bursaries: One small gesture can make a world of difference
Shaun D., a husband, father, and NSCC student, felt a sense of relief when he received an Emergency Cost of Living Bursary last winter.
RBC donates $200,000 to support and expand the RBC Student Works Program
On Tuesday, October 26, at NSCC’s Kingstec Campus, the RBC Foundation announced a $200,000 donation over two years to support and expand the RBC Student Works Program at NSCC.
Archy Beals Legacy Award
Deanna Mohamed and Barbara Roberts created the Archy Beals Legacy Award to honour Archy's legacy and 27 years of service at the College while supporting African Nova Scotia high school students starting at NSCC.
Gift of Sikorsky S-76 will boost Aviation Program
Canadian Helicopters and EHS Lifeflight's gift of a retired Lifeflight medevac helicopter to NSCC's Aviation Institute is set to transform how students learn about avionics.
Juno Beals: Finding Meaning in Community
Juno Keizer Beals has had an interest in welding since high school. In 2018, after a ten-year career at a call center, he decided to make some changes. He joined the Irving Pathways to Shipbuilding Program and it changed his life.
New hope for a newcomer's culinary dream
For aspiring chef Tsubaki Onishi, the newly established Devour Diversity Scholarship was just what she needed to kick-start her dream career.
Donors meet urgent need
Urgent Aid fund at Burridge Campus helps Social Services student Maitland Mullen after 'unexpected setback.'
Student touched by donor generosity
Paralegal Services student and bursary recipient Disha Jaggi is happy to see so much financial support available to NSCC students.
Planned gift offers second chance
Malcolm Lake's parents valued education. Now a legacy gift in their memory will ensure more students have access to a transformational experience.
Former staffer brings passion to Board
Education is one of Pamela Reid's life passions. That's one of the reasons the former NSCC staffer has joined the Foundation's Board of Directors.
Foodie gets bursary boost
Culinary Management student Carl Gardner did a happy dance when he found out he'd received the Sobey Foundation Culinary Award.
Alumni creates Make Way artwork
Bee Stanton's artwork honours supporters of Make Way, while bringing each of the campuses and their surrounding communities to life.
Q & A with Linda and Jim Ross
Catch up with Linda and Jim Ross, graduates of NSCC's predecessor school, the Nova Scotia Land Survey Institute, about what they've been up to since graduation and why they plan to be legacy donors to NSCC.