Serving 157,000 people across 80,000 km²
North Island College (NIC) is honoured to acknowledge the traditional territories of the combined 35 First Nations of the Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Coast Salish traditions, on whose traditional and unceded territories the college’s campuses are situated.
North Island College is a comprehensive community college that focuses on student success. We proudly serve more than 9,000 students annually at our four campuses, our learning centre and through online and in-community learning.
Our Commitment
Supporting student success through high quality, affordable education and skills training
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NIC Faculty
Our expert instructors provide amazing learning experiences to inspire your career
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Our History
Delivering accessible education through dedication and innovation for over 40 years
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President's Office
Working with senior leadership, students and communities to serve our region
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Board of Governors
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NIC was established in 1975 as a primarily distance education institution. It now serves students at Campbell River, Comox Valley, Port Alberni and Mount Waddington campuses, as well as through many in-community programs delivered in partnership with remote communities across 80,000 km2 from Ucluelet on Vancouver Island’s west coast to Bella Coola on the central mainland.
We are distinguished by our commitment to student success through strong partnership agreements with universities and colleges across BC, the US and around the world. NIC has been internationally recognized for its technology-enabled distance learning and responsive in-community programs.
Throughout my time at NIC, I’ve heard from many community members how important advanced education and training is to the local community. It is critical to the health, social well-being and economic development of the North Island.
John Bowman
President North Island College