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News
Published on Dec 18, 2019
Education reunites mother and daughter at NIC

A mother and daughter have reunited after 16 years thanks to programs at NIC’s Comox Valley campus.

News
Published on Dec 16, 2019
NIC donors help record number of students in Port Alberni
News
Published on Dec 16, 2019
NIC 2019: Year in Review
News
Published on Dec 16, 2019
NIC recognizes employees for 916 years of service
Event
Published on Dec 13, 2019
College closed for winter break
When: Dec 25, 2019
News
Published on Dec 12, 2019
Aboriginal Education Newsletter December 2019
News
Published on Dec 11, 2019
NIC donors help more students than ever in the Comox Valley
News
Published on Dec 11, 2019
NIC nursing student creates support guide for new parents
News
Published on Dec 10, 2019
Internationally acclaimed designer back in class at NIC
Event
Published on Dec 9, 2019
Attend our Port Alberni Holiday luncheon
When: Dec 17, 2019
News
Published on Dec 5, 2019
NIC celebrates Aboriginal scholars
News
Published on Dec 5, 2019
NIC’s Gordon Hutchens recognized for pottery work
News
Published on Nov 29, 2019
Info Session: Early Childhood Care and Education certificate
When: Dec 18, 2019
News
Published on Nov 28, 2019
College support available for former youth in care
News
Published on Nov 28, 2019
NIC chair and vice chair re-elected for second term
News
Published on Nov 27, 2019
NIC bringing dual credit to Parksville/Qualicum
News
Published on Nov 27, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC marks 25 years at the Roger Street campus in Port Alberni
News
Published on Nov 22, 2019
Port Alberni Campus Regional Plan
News
Published on Nov 21, 2019
NIC in the News: Trailblazing First Nations artist passing on trade to students at NIC
Event
Published on Nov 20, 2019
Holiday Buffet
When: Dec 19, 2019
Event
Published on Nov 20, 2019
NIC annual 3-hour Fiction Contest returns
When: Dec 1, 2019
Event
Published on Nov 20, 2019
Critically-acclaimed MAiD comedy show coming to NIC
When: Dec 2, 2019
News
Published on Nov 19, 2019
NIC consults community on Strategic Plan
News
Published on Nov 18, 2019
Applications now open for Greece Field School
When: Nov 27, 2019
Event
Published on Nov 18, 2019
2020 NIWC Pre-Conference Author Readings
When: Nov 29, 2019
Event
Published on Nov 14, 2019
NIC student work showcased at pottery show
When: Nov 23, 2019
News
Published on Nov 13, 2019
Awi'nakola tuition-free land-based learning returns to NIC
News
Published on Nov 12, 2019
NIC and NISU offering free menstrual products at NIC campuses
News
Published on Nov 7, 2019
Youth can get a sample of aerospace trade
News
Published on Nov 7, 2019
NIC trades sampler will explore culinary and related skills
When: Jan 27, 2020
Event
Published on Nov 7, 2019
Ceramicist concludes NIC’s 2019 Artist Talk series
When: Nov 21, 2019
News
Published on Nov 6, 2019
CARTI Newsletter October 2019
Event
Published on Nov 6, 2019
NIC nursing students host trans-inclusion expert
When: Nov 13, 2019
News
Published on Nov 5, 2019
NICBotCamps surpass 700 students
News
Published on Nov 5, 2019
Project immerses nursing students in remote First Nations communities
News
Published on Nov 5, 2019
BSN students immerse in learning
Event
Published on Nov 4, 2019
Culinary Arts info session in Port Alberni
When: Nov 21, 2019
News
Published on Nov 4, 2019
NIC releases Plan20-25 survey results
News
Published on Nov 1, 2019
NIC donors help more Campbell River students than ever
News
Published on Oct 30, 2019
NIC Spotlight: Disney World Study Abroad
Event
Published on Oct 30, 2019
NIC nursing student cleaning up Puntledge River shoreline
When: Nov 5, 2019
News
Published on Oct 30, 2019
Still time to apply for the Global Leaders of Tomorrow Mentorship program
When: Nov 12, 2019
News
Published on Oct 30, 2019
TV and Film Crew training returns to NIC
Event
Published on Oct 29, 2019
NIC campuses closed on Remembrance Day
When: Nov 11, 2019
News
Published on Oct 28, 2019
Medical terminology courses returning to NIC
News
Published on Oct 28, 2019
NIC School of Business Newsletter Fall 2019
News
Published on Oct 25, 2019
NIC Kitchen Assistant program returns to Campbell River
Event
Published on Oct 25, 2019
Late Night Against Procrastination returns!
When: Nov 13, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 24, 2019
Free drop-in basketball in Port Alberni
When: Oct 31, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 24, 2019
NIC hosting a free information session on Disney internships
When: Nov 1, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 22, 2019
NIC Global Learning Initiative presents: Ghost Fleet
When: Oct 30, 2019
News
Published on Oct 21, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC adding spaces for Health Care Assistant program
News
Published on Oct 18, 2019
NIC in the News: Funding approved for Port Alberni food hub
Event
Published on Oct 17, 2019
Comox Valley Business Networking event Nov. 5
When: Nov 5, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 16, 2019
Info session for Metal Jewellery Design Certificate
When: Nov 14, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 16, 2019
SOLD OUT - Join Team BC as they practice for Culinary Olympics at NIC
When: Nov 22, 2019
News
Published on Oct 15, 2019
NIC Spotlight: Immersive learning in Mexico
Event
Published on Oct 11, 2019
Join us for our Comox Valley campus Parent-Student Info Night
When: Nov 20, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 11, 2019
NIC Business - Student Mixer Oct. 15 at the Campbell River campus
When: Oct 15, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 9, 2019
ElderCollege event supports local youth music education
When: Oct 20, 2019
News
Published on Oct 7, 2019
NIC in the News: Kelp harvesting project leads to Port Alberni partnership
Event
Published on Oct 7, 2019
NIC celebrates new season with Autumn Harvest Dinner (SOLD OUT)
When: Nov 15, 2019
News
Published on Oct 7, 2019
ElderCollege donates $20,000 to support NIC students
Event
Published on Oct 2, 2019
Great BC Shakeout
When: Oct 17, 2019
News
Published on Oct 1, 2019
NIC launches Early Assist to support student success
Event
Published on Oct 1, 2019
Next Artist Talk speaker takes aim at what we throw away
When: Oct 10, 2019
Event
Published on Oct 1, 2019
Photographer Boomer Jerritt turns his focus to Artist Talk
When: Oct 24, 2019
News
Published on Sep 26, 2019
NIC in the News: Adult literacy programs receive government boost in Port Alberni
News
Published on Sep 20, 2019
NIC opens new learning space at St. Joe's
News
Published on Sep 18, 2019
Aboriginal Education Newsletter Fall 2019
Event
Published on Sep 18, 2019
NIC Carpentry Foundation returning to Port Alberni
When: Oct 8, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 16, 2019
Painter Fiona Ackerman starts fall 2019 Artist Talk Series
When: Sep 26, 2019
News
Published on Sep 11, 2019
NIC alumni in the News: Dan Walker's jewellery chosen for Emmy's swag giveaway for celebs
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want — Campbell River,  Session 1
When: Sep 12, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want  — Campbell River, Session 2
When: Sep 19, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want — Comox Valley, Session 1
When: Sep 11, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want — Comox Valley, Session 3
When: Sep 18, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want — Comox Valley, Session 2
When: Sep 12, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 10, 2019
Student Workshop: Getting the Grades You Want — Comox Valley, Session 4
When: Sep 19, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 9, 2019
International Welcome Event
When: Sep 15, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 6, 2019
Citing Your Sources: Learning the Basics
When: Sep 23, 2019
News
Published on Sep 5, 2019
NIC students now have more opportunities to study abroad
Event
Published on Sep 5, 2019
From Soup to Nuts: Things You Didn't Know About Student Finances
When: Sep 18, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 5, 2019
From Soup to Nuts: Things You Didn't Know About Student Finances
When: Sep 23, 2019
Event
Published on Sep 5, 2019
Drop-in Student Workshops: Blackboard Learn and myNIC
When: Sep 5, 2019
News
Published on Aug 30, 2019
Help shape the future of NIC
News
Published on Aug 29, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC’s future in Campbell River hopefully to include student housing
Event
Published on Aug 28, 2019
Awards Program Donor Appreciation Reception in Campbell River
When: Oct 29, 2019
Event
Published on Aug 28, 2019
Awards Program Donor Appreciation Reception in the Comox Valley
When: Nov 13, 2019
Event
Published on Aug 28, 2019
Awards Program Donor Appreciation Lunch in Port Alberni
When: Nov 25, 2019
Event
Published on Aug 26, 2019
Free drop-in soccer and volleyball for NIC students
When: Oct 3, 2019
News
Published on Aug 22, 2019
New regional manager for NIC's Mixalakwila campus
Event
Published on Aug 19, 2019
Comox Valley ElderCollege marks 20 years of learning
When: Sep 13, 2019
Event
Published on Aug 13, 2019
Roger Street Bistro & Prep Cook Open House
When: Aug 22, 2019
News
Published on Aug 13, 2019
NIC Aircraft Structures grads in high demand
When: Aug 13, 2019
News
Published on Aug 7, 2019
NIC grad making her mark on Island arts scene
Event
Published on Aug 7, 2019
Campbell River Community Info Night
When: Nov 7, 2019
News
Published on Aug 1, 2019
NIC’s Electronics Technician program adds apprenticeship training
News
Published on Aug 1, 2019
NIC increasing accessibility for Practical Nursing program
News
Published on Aug 1, 2019
Applications open for peer mentor program
Event
Published on Jul 30, 2019
NIC's Lego Robotics summer camps expanding in Port Alberni
When: Aug 19, 2019
News
Published on Jul 29, 2019
New members join NIC Foundation board
Event
Published on Jul 25, 2019
Second NIC Lego Robotics summer camp coming to Campbell River
When: Aug 12, 2019
News
Published on Jul 24, 2019
Combining Indigenous-led tourism with NIC training
Event
Published on Jul 22, 2019
Prep Cook Info Session in Port Alberni
When: Aug 1, 2019
Event
Published on Jul 22, 2019
NIC kicks off college year in Port Alberni
When: Sep 3, 2019
Event
Published on Jul 22, 2019
NIC kicks off college year Sep. 17 at Mixalakwila campus
When: Sep 17, 2019
Event
Published on Jul 19, 2019
NIC Orientation Day kicks off college year in Comox Valley
When: Sep 3, 2019
Event
Published on Jul 19, 2019
NIC Orientation 2019 starts college year in Campbell River
When: Sep 3, 2019
News
Published on Jul 16, 2019
NIC Spotlight: A semester in Paris
News
Published on Jul 15, 2019
NIC grad caring for seniors in the community
News
Published on Jul 11, 2019
NIC online office admin training powers new careers
News
Published on Jul 3, 2019
Connecting culture through early years education
News
Published on Jun 27, 2019
NIC in the News: Visual artists thrive in Port Alberni
Event
Published on Jun 26, 2019
NIC Market Gardener training arrives in the Comox Valley
When: Oct 29, 2019
News
Published on Jun 25, 2019
NIC Educational Assistant student wants to pay it forward
News
Published on Jun 21, 2019
NIC in the News: Port Hardy shows its pride at NIC flag unveiling
Event
Published on Jun 21, 2019
Campbell River Pride Flag Raising
When: Jun 25, 2019
News
Published on Jun 20, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC biologist leads intertidal walks
News
Published on Jun 13, 2019
NIC School of Business celebrates 150 graduates
Event
Published on Jun 12, 2019
Ceramicist set to speak at NIC Artist Talk event
When: Jun 20, 2019
Event
Published on Jun 11, 2019
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate — Port Alberni information session
When: Jun 24, 2019
Event
Published on Jun 11, 2019
Comox Valley Pride Flag Raising
When: Jul 22, 2019
Event
Published on Jun 11, 2019
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate — Port Alberni information session
When: Jun 26, 2019
Event
Published on Jun 11, 2019
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate — Comox Valley information session
When: Jun 27, 2019
Event
Published on Jun 11, 2019
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate — Campbell River information session
When: Jun 20, 2019
News
Published on Jun 4, 2019
NIC honours Mary Pat Thompson with Emeritus designation
News
Published on Jun 4, 2019
NIC honours Janet Moody-Lackey for dedication to students
News
Published on Jun 4, 2019
NIC faculty honoured with Emeritus designations
Event
Published on Jun 3, 2019
Pride Flag raising at the Mixalakwila campus
When: Jun 14, 2019
Event
Published on May 31, 2019
NIC Aircraft program (AME-S) Open House
When: Jun 10, 2019
News
Published on May 30, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC criminology instructor wins award for overcoming addiction and trauma
News
Published on May 30, 2019
NIC in the News: College trains 12 new Wildfire Crew Member Training certificate grads in Port Alberni.
News
Published on May 27, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC electrical apprenticeship students receive training session at Campbell River Airport
News
Published on May 27, 2019
NIC in the News: NIC Elder in Residence named Local Hero
News
Published on May 24, 2019
Aboriginal Education Newsletter Spring 2019
News
Published on May 23, 2019
Update from Japan: Bentley Barth
News
Published on May 22, 2019
Skills training supports communities to stamp out wildfire impacts
News
Published on May 15, 2019
NIC students unveil automated canned coffee system
When: May 29, 2019
News
Published on May 10, 2019
NIC in the news: Karver Everson unveils new work at G.P. Vanier
Event
Published on May 7, 2019
Culinary Information Session
When: May 28, 2019
News
Published on May 6, 2019
NIC School of Business Newsletter Spring 2019
News
Published on May 2, 2019
NIC Spotlight: NIC student gives back to the college community
Event
Published on May 1, 2019
NIC Fine Art students celebrated at year-end exhibition
When: May 4, 2019
Event
Published on May 1, 2019
2019 Golf Challenge supports First Nation students at NIC
When: Jun 7, 2019
News
Published on Apr 26, 2019
NIC names Port Hardy campus Mix̱alakwila
Event
Published on Apr 23, 2019
Go global with your learning. Study in Paris this fall
When: Jun 1, 2019
News
Published on Apr 18, 2019
Record $500,000 in awards available for NIC students
Event
Published on Apr 18, 2019
NIC showcases web programming and design talent
When: Apr 26, 2019
News
Published on Apr 18, 2019
NIC names atrium after Dr. Lou Dryden
Event
Published on Apr 18, 2019
Mad Scientist Youth Camp
When: Aug 12, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 17, 2019
WHRS presents: Carleigh Baker
When: May 2, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 15, 2019
2019 Campbell River Graduation Ceremony
When: Jun 17, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 15, 2019
2019 Port Alberni Graduation Ceremony
When: Jun 18, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 15, 2019
2019 Comox Valley Graduation Ceremony
When: Jun 20, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 15, 2019
2019 Port Hardy Completion Ceremony
When: Jun 12, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 12, 2019
Community Science Celebration: Science World at NIC
When: May 11, 2019
Event
Published on Apr 9, 2019
BC Educators and Teaching Conference
When: Apr 30, 2019
News
Published on Apr 8, 2019
NIC’s nursing program receives provincial recognition for high quality
Event
Published on Apr 8, 2019
Comox Valley Student Services closed
When: Apr 12, 2019
News
Published on Mar 29, 2019
NIC’s Roger Street Bistro reopening April 8
News
Published on Mar 28, 2019
$60,000 in NIC awards available to Oceanside students
News
Published on Mar 27, 2019
NIC Lego Robotics summer camps expanding with new Level 2
News
Published on Mar 26, 2019
NIC study abroad adds 35 new destination countries
News
Published on Mar 25, 2019
NIC in the News: Former NIC instructor shortlisted for provincial award
Event
Published on Mar 25, 2019
Interactive Media End-of-Year Show 2019
When: Apr 26, 2019
Event
Published on Mar 25, 2019
Holi Festival of Colour Celebration
When: Apr 3, 2019
Event
Published on Mar 25, 2019
2019 Metal Jewellery Open House
When: Apr 10, 2019
News
Published on Mar 20, 2019
NIC research helps protect shellfish from predators
Event
Published on Mar 19, 2019
NIC at Longlands Brunch & BBQ
When: Mar 24, 2019
News
Published on Mar 18, 2019
NIC expands course offerings during summer session
News
Published on Mar 15, 2019
Applications open for record bursary, scholarship funding at NIC
News
Published on Mar 14, 2019
NIC in the News: New farm program in Port Alberni serves as model for sustainable agriculture
News
Published on Mar 14, 2019
NIC launches culinary diplomas with business and co-op edge
Event
Published on Mar 14, 2019
Haida Manga artist reads at NIC
When: Mar 29, 2019
News
Published on Mar 11, 2019
One of Canada’s next star chefs gives back to NIC students
Event
Published on Mar 8, 2019
NIC Got Talent show set for March 30
When: Mar 30, 2019
Event
Published on Mar 8, 2019
NIC tourism students present 'Speakeasy Soiree'
When: Mar 29, 2019
News
Published on Mar 7, 2019
NIC and Royal Roads improve access to university from the North Island
Event
Published on Mar 6, 2019
NIC nursing students raising awareness of health impacts of technology
When: Mar 13, 2019
Event
Published on Mar 6, 2019
Connect with your next employer at NIC’s Career Fair
When: Mar 21, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 27, 2019
SOLD OUT - NIC, Chef Ronald St. Pierre offer delicious Spanish fare
When: Mar 23, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 26, 2019
Late Night Against Procrastination to the rescue
When: Mar 7, 2019
News
Published on Feb 26, 2019
NIC in the News: Opportunities for all: John Bowman on BC Colleges Day
News
Published on Feb 26, 2019
BC colleges preparing students for strong economy
Event
Published on Feb 26, 2019
NIC Artist Talk explores intersection of art and craft
When: Mar 7, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 25, 2019
NIC Pro Photography portfolio workshop coming in March
When: Mar 4, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 25, 2019
NIC Pro Photography Portfolio workshop coming to Campbell River in March
When: Mar 11, 2019
News
Published on Feb 25, 2019
NIC in the News: Port Alberni students have a blast at NIC open house
Event
Published on Feb 15, 2019
Academic Integrity Workshop
When: Mar 5, 2019
News
Published on Feb 14, 2019
NIC alumni in the News: Shiny new Parksville guild looks to welcome jewellery-makers
News
Published on Feb 8, 2019
NIC in the News: Port Alberni artists bring nature indoors at North Island College
Event
Published on Feb 8, 2019
Artistic talent shines at NIC Art Event 2019
When: Feb 22, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 7, 2019
Paul Walde talk rescheduled to Feb. 28
When: Feb 28, 2019
Event
Published on Feb 6, 2019
Weekly writing support for Aboriginal students
When: Dec 12, 2018
News
Published on Feb 6, 2019
NIC nursing student podcast takes on single use plastics
Event
Published on Feb 4, 2019
Devil's Club Necklace Workshop & Lunch Feb. 5 in Campbell River
When: Feb 5, 2019
News
Published on Feb 4, 2019
NIC psychology instructor changing lives for 41 years
Event
Published on Feb 1, 2019
Chinese New Year's Celebration: Year of the Pig
When: Feb 5, 2019
News
Published on Jan 31, 2019
NIC in the News: Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations earn carpentry certification
News
Published on Jan 24, 2019
Dine with Chef Jonathan Frazier and NIC
When: Feb 7, 2019
News
Published on Jan 17, 2019
Aquatic society supports NIC students
Event
Published on Jan 15, 2019
NIC offers free drop-in soccer and volleyball for students
When: Jan 17, 2019
News
Published on Jan 15, 2019
NIC Activity Assistant program returns
Event
Published on Jan 15, 2019
2019 North Island Writers Conference
When: Jan 26, 2019
Event
Published on Jan 15, 2019
WHRS: Terry Jordan Reads at 2019 North Island Writers Conference
When: Jan 25, 2019
News
Published on Jan 14, 2019
Nominations Open for President's Community Engagement Award
News
Published on Jan 14, 2019
NIC offers Early Childhood Health and Safety Course in Ucluelet
When: Feb 7, 2019
News
Published on Jan 11, 2019
Still time to register for Career Fair 2019
When: Mar 21, 2019
Event
Published on Jan 10, 2019
NIC’s 2019 Artist Talk Series begins with Barb Hunt
When: Jan 24, 2019
Event
Published on Jan 9, 2019
NIC film screening asks, are trees the new coal?
When: Jan 23, 2019
News
Published on Jan 3, 2019
NIC in the News: New mini-series airs Jan. 9
News
Published on Jan 2, 2019
NIC’s educational advisors launch new online booking tool
News
Published on Jan 2, 2019
NIC brings Likʷala/Kwak’wala and Nuu-chah-nulth language courses to Campbell River and the Comox Valley
Event
Published on Jan 2, 2019
NIC 2019 Student Leadership Retreat - Honest Conversations
When: Jan 19, 2019
Event
Published on Jan 2, 2019
Animal Care Aide Information Session
When: Apr 10, 2019
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