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Mi'kmaw and Indigenous student supports

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Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students can access a range of supports and services designed to foster connection, inclusion, and success throughout their academic journey. Under our Office of L'nu Student Success, these offerings provide opportunities to ask questions, explore resources, and build a sense of belonging on and off campus.

Available supports and services include:

  • College and career exploration and preparation
  • Help with your NSCC application process
  • Connection with financial planning and funding opportunities including NSCC awards, scholarships and bursaries available for Mi'kmaw/Indigenous students
  • Access to culturally-responsive tutoring, counselling and other learning and student supports 
  • Opportunities for connection and community building with other students
  • Opportunities to participate in gatherings, events and experiences celebrating Mi'kmaw/Indigenous culture, heritage and communities

Learning supports

Once at NSCC, students have access to a number of learning support services, including peer assisted learning supports and tutoring at no cost. We also have culturally-responsive tutoring available in the following areas:

Student Success Tutoring Program for Mi’kmaw students - this program supports Mi'kmaw students in accessing tutoring. It is funded by Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey.

Poqji-kina'masulti'kw tel-kina'mujik mijua'ji'jk Mi’kmaw Early Childhood Education Program tutoring - This tutoring is supported by the eCampus Student Association for those students studying in this program through eCampus.

Awards for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students

We offer more than $5 million in awards, scholarships and bursaries each year. Funded by donors, partners and sponsors through NSCC Foundation, awards are granted based on a range of criteria such as financial need, leadership, volunteer experience and career interests.

Learn how to find and apply for financial awards, including dedicated awards for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students.

About the Office of L'nu Student Success

Together, we work to provide a network of support for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous learners to thrive. 

Manager, Office of L'nu Student Success leads the team in building a strong, responsive, and culturally grounded Office dedicated to supporting Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students. The Manager provides oversight to the important work of creating meaningful pathways for student academic achievement while fostering a sense of belonging and connection throughout the College community.

  • Bree Menge,  

Student Community Coordinators create opportunities for students to connect with culture, community, and one another. Through mentorship programs, workshops, and community engagement initiatives, this role helps foster a strong sense of belonging.

  • Pamela Toney, (located at Strait Area campus)
  • To be announced (located at Lunenburg campus)

Student Success & Retention Specialists work directly with students to help them overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals. By coordinating early intervention supports, monitoring student progress, and connecting learners with academic, cultural, financial, and wellness resources, this role helps students stay engaged, persist through challenges, and successfully complete their programs.

  • Scott Olszowiec, (located at our Kingstec campus)
  • To be announced (located at Truro Campus)
  • Charlotte Brooks,  (located at Pictou campus)

College & Career Prep Coordinators support students as they transition into college and prepare for future careers. This role helps students navigate admissions, funding opportunities, pre-entry requirements, and career planning while providing culturally responsive guidance that builds confidence, readiness, and long-term success.

  • Tanya Wasacase, (located at our Institute of Technology campus)
  • To be announced (located at our Sydney Waterfront campus)

Community Relationship Specialist builds and strengthens relationships between NSCC and Mi'kmaw communities, bringing community perspectives into student supports and helping ensure culturally responsive services, programs, and opportunities for Indigenous learners.

  • To be announced 

Contact us

For any questions, contact our Office of L'nu Student Success:

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