Tag: North Island College

Burnaby man charged with attempted murder in NIC assault

Police responded early Wednesday to reports of an aggravated assault in progress involving an edged weapon at NIC. Two victims sustained injuries and the suspect was arrested.

Two injured in assault at North Island College, investigation underway

Comox Valley RCMP are investigating an aggravated assault that took place at North Island College early Wednesday morning.

North Island college prepare to invite students to Comox campus to kick off fall semester 

North Island College will welcome new and returning students to its Comox Valley campus for orientation on Sept. 9. 

NIC recognized with national graphic design award for branding

The marketing and future students team at North Island College (NIC) has won a graphic design award. 

North Island College announces new vice-president to begin in June

The college said Kelly Shopland will step into the role on June 22 after spending more than a decade as NIC’s executive director of Indigenous education.

Highstreet to contribute $1 million towards NICF

The North Island College Foundation and B.C.-based real estate development company Highstreet have formed a partnership aimed at supporting students entering the trades.

Over 16,000 pounds of paper shredded at Rotary Club of Comox’s 4th drive-thru shredding event

The Rotary Club of Comox is thanking community members who helped make one of its recent events a success. 

NIC adds more rural nurse training seats with help of provincial funding

Nursing students from rural communities on the North Island will have more opportunities to pursue their career paths closer to home thanks to new funding. 

Fourth annual Comox Rotary drive-thru shredding day scheduled for May 2

Comox Valley residents will have a chance to get rid of old documents next month. 

North Island College adjusting programs, staffing amid revenue decline

North Island College said it is making program and staffing changes as it responds to financial pressures affecting post-secondary institutions across Canada.

NIC faculty warns program suspensions hurt North Island students

The president of the North Island College Faculty Association said Thursday's decision to suspend 15 programs is a devastating blow to post-secondary access for students in the North Island region.

NIC board approves suspension of 15 programs

North Island College is suspending 15 programs after its board approved recommendations from an expedited program review.

North Island College looking to suspend 15 programs and courses for September 2026

North Island College’s Board of Governors will soon decide whether 15 programs will continue in the fall. 

NIC, 19 Wing Comox, reach temporary housing agreement to accommodate CAF members

19 Wing Comox has secured another housing arrangement to support its members. 

NIC Foundation Future 50 Legacy Match campaign spreading continuous holiday cheer

Under the initiative, donors who pledge a gift in their will or estate plans unlock matching funds that provide immediate support for North Island College students.

Women in trades event inspires female students across the Comox Valley 

Experience in the trades for students across the Comox Valley School District brought in networking opportunities and real world experience.
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