Learn about post-secondary education options

If you’re interested in post-secondary education, you will have a chance to learn more with recruiters from Vancouver Island colleges and universities touring the North Island and West Coast.

North Island College, University of Victoria, Vancouver Island University and Camosun College recruiters are visiting six communities, including Port Alberni, Ucluelet, Port McNeill, the Comox Valley, Campbell River and Parksville to talk about post-secondary education.

The tour is intended to introduce students to BC’s post-secondary system, highlight access to post-secondary education, transferability between institutions and the differences between each institution.

Prospective students, parents and community members will also learn about how to navigate the system and the many diverse opportunities and pathways available to North Island students.

The tour continues in January with visits to:

  • Port McNeill, North Island secondary school – Jan. 13 from 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Comox Valley, GP Vanier secondary school in the multipurpose room – Jan. 14 from 6:30-8 pm
  • Campbell River, NIC Campbell River campus in the student commons – Jan. 15 from 6:30- 8 pm This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather
  • Parksville, Ecole Ballenas secondary school in the Whalebone Theatre – Jan. 16 from 6:30-8 pm.

For more information on the tour, contact Danielle Hoogland at 250-334-5000, ext. 4102 or danielle.hoogland@nic.bc.ca.

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