50 years of making waves
This online exhibit marks NIC’s 50th anniversary, created with contributions from departments across our college community. It reflects on our past, shaped by creativity and determination. It honours our present, built on resilience, collaboration and community. It also looks to our future, guided by innovation, inclusion and a commitment to inspire. We invite you to enjoy, engage and reflect as we mark 50 years, while also looking ahead to the next chapter together.
Our story
Since 1975, we've taken the road less travelled to deliver education and training across North Vancouver Island and BC's Central Coast. We lead with heart, resourcefulness and an unwavering commitment to the people and communities we serve.
Naturally extraordinary
Where you learn matters. As we mark 50 years, we continue to shape learning that's rooted in the land, guided by community and inspired by the natural world that surrounds us.
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A sea of opportunity
Like the vast ocean meeting the shore, learn how NIC has offered students a horizon full of possibility throughout our history.
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Community powered
For 50 years, connection and collaboration make the difference. Learn about what our community has meant to us throughout our journey.
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Help us reflect on our past and envision our future
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“I get to use the skills that I studied in my own community to help better my own community.”
Levi Bauder - NIC Carpentry Apprenticeship alum
“One of the main values is the commitment to quality and personalized education. We know our students, we understand what they need and how we can help support them along the way.”
Aisling Brady - NIC Faculty, Island Pre-Health Science Advanced Diploma
“I didn't know what to expect when all of this began. But to now be moving towards something that I'm not only passionate about but infatuated with — it's amazing.”
Dace Harle - NIC BBA-USMB Double Degree student