Employee travel stories
Geofrey Kirui's Story
Inspired by NSCC’s KBEST-2 tour, Geofrey returned to Kenya with exciting ideas to empower youth in the Blue Economy, Technology, and Sustainability through global collaboration.
Kalingu Kikasa's Story
Chef Kalingu’s study tour in Canada included lobster cooking, sharing Kenyan dishes, and exploring Halifax, enriching his culinary and cultural knowledge.
Stella Njagi's Story
In Halifax, Stella Njagi explored ocean research, wine tasting, and historic cuisine, and gained teaching insights at NSCC to enrich Kenya’s hospitality education.
Moureen C Kosgey's Story
Moureen C. Kosgey explored Nova Scotia during a study tour, gaining insights into wine culture, hospitality, and building lasting international connections.
William Masila Kithiia's Story
William Kithiia visited Halifax, explored its rich culture and history, witnessed solar energy in action, and gained global insights to inspire future collaboration in renewable energy.
Lynette Nyagaya's Story
Lynette’s NSCC tour in Canada blended education, culture, and industry, enriching her teaching and hospitality expertise for greater impact back home in Kenya.
Krista Taverner's Story
Krista, with 8 NSCC students and TVU peers in Vietnam, led STEM projects on the SDGs, gender equality, and sustainability, building skills, creating impact, and fostering friendships.
Josephine Mutheu's Story
Josephine's trip to Nova Scotia combined professional development and cultural exploration. She focused on curriculum mapping in marine programs, visited historic sites, and enjoyed local wine and food, enhancing her skills and appreciation for the culture.
Wayne McKay's Story
Wayne McKay's journey to Finland fulfilled a decades-long dream inspired by the Moomins, which he was first introduced to in Canada. His experience in Oulu combined personal passion, cultural connection, and professional purpose through inclusion and cycling infrastructure.
Wendi Dewey's Story
Wendi Dewey and the International Tourism Learning group explored six Italian cities over ten days, offering students a transformative global learning experience. Highlights included the Colosseum, Mount Vesuvius, and witnessing students' awe as they immersed themselves in new cultures for the first time.
Allison Mosher's Story
Allison Mosher described a tour from Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano, featuring scenic views and George Clooney's home. The rich history and ancient architecture offer a completely different experience from those in Nova Scotia.
Michael King's Story
Michael King joined NSCC students in the Netherlands (BIDS - Digitalization) for hands-on digital learning, culture, and fun surprises.
Sekela Minga's Story
Sekela Minga participated in a Digital Marketing Workshop in January 2025 with NSCC as part of the Employment through Skills Program
Eliabry Myombe's Story
Principal Eliabry Myombe was part of a project team from Kilwa Masoko FDC Tanzania who visited NSCC in October 2024 as part of the Employment through Skills Program funded by the Canadian Government
Lazaro Laizer's Story
Lazaro Laizer is a tutor at the Mto wa Abu Folk Development College in Tanzania and part of the Employment through Skills Program funded through the Canadian Government
Bernard Maige's Story
Bernard Paige participated in a digital marketing workshop as part of the Employment through Skills Program in Tanzania
Arthur Temba's Story
Principal Arthur Temba participated in project mission to Nova Scotia in October 2024, where he learned about NSCC and the Canadian education system.
Boniphace Mashema's Story
Boniphace Mashema teaches Information Technology at Kilwa Masoko Folk Development College in Tanzania
Courtney Oliver's Story
Courtney Oliver participated in the Culture, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Professional Skills in Grenada in 2025 as an employee lead supporting NSCC students.
Mariam Msita's Story
Mariam Msita teaches Motor Vehicle Mechanics at the Mto wa MBU Folk Development College in Tanzania. She is part of the Employment Through Skills Program (ESP) and was able to visit NSCC in October 2024.
Michelle Doucette's Story
Michelle Doucette participated for the second time in the Happiness Now Project in Tanzania as an employee lead supporting students both from NSCC and Tanzania to help empower local women entrepreneurs.
Linda Macleod's Story
Linda Macleod sharing their experience in Tanzania while participating in the Happiness Project in 2024.
Video: CELPS' Story
The Culture, Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Professional Skills program is an all-Black Nova Scotian cohort of NSCC students and employees in St. Kitts & Nevis
Christine White's Story
Christine White sharing their experience in Vietnam while participating in the Social Entrepreneurship Project in 2023.
Scott Patterson's Story
Scott Patterson sharing their experience in Vietnam while participating in the Social Entrepreneurship Project in 2023.
Michelle Doucette's Story
The Happiness Now Project in Tanzania in 2023
Gina Fagan's Story
The Happiness Now Project in Tanzania 2023