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Legacy doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Sometimes, it lives in the quiet conversations held in a century home perched over the city of Saint John, New Brunswick. A place where the door is always open (sometimes literally, but always in spirit), where there is always a seat at the table, and beauty to be found in every corner. Extending far beyond … Read more
New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is pleased to celebrate Emilija Salapura, a first-year Practical Nurse student, as the inaugural recipient of the NBCC Alumni Trailblazer Bursary. From a young age, Emilija knew she wanted a career in health care. Today, through the Practical Nurse program, she is developing the hands-on skills and clinical experience needed to pursue that goal. The Alumni Trailblazer Bursary was created to support first-generation learners like Emilija, … Read more
When Alyssa Oram walks into class at New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), she’s not just preparing for her future and a career, she’s continuing a family legacy of care that began more than 40 years ago. In the winter of 2026, the Pharmacy Technician student was named a recipient of the NBCC Alumni Family Scholarship. Since 2016, NBCC Alumni has proudly awarded this scholarship to celebrate students who follow in the footsteps of a family member who previously studied … Read more
Education shapes more than what you do—it shapes who you become, how you uplift others, and how you strengthen your community. At New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), giving back to the community is woven into our values and part of who we are. As part of the NBCC learning experience, students from every program across … Read more
Micaela Hachey, a Behaviour Intervention Mentor with a school district in Miramichi, NB, is the kind of person who makes you feel seen the moment you meet her. Whether she’s coaxing a nervous student to try again, cheering on a rookie rugby player, or steadying a paddleboard for a hesitant first-timer, she radiates the kind … Read more
Step into the Willow Centre in Charlotte County, and you’ll find Sam Gullison at the heart of it all. She’s a steady presence with kind eyes and an attentive ear, the kind of person who leans in when you speak, whose quiet nod makes the air feel lighter, safer. As Program Director at the Willow … Read more
Darcy and Mark Culberson, owners of High Lift Auto Service, are the kind of people who make a community feel like a home. Together, they are equal parts grit and grace, partners in life and work who have built not only a successful business, but also a legacy of kindness. As Darcy often says, “our … Read more
Marlene Thompson, a Human Resources professional, brings a laugh that warms a room and a smile that could quickly put anyone at ease. She is the kind of person who fills a room with welcome, someone who has built a life around opening doors and creating belonging, a trait Marlene witnessed from her parents again … Read more
If you’re thinking about post-secondary education and unsure whether to choose college or university, you’re not alone. It’s completely normal to ask: what type of education will benefit me most? Which path will open the most doors? What kind of education gives me flexibility if my goals change? Good news: You don’t have to choose … Read more
Each year, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) proudly honours outstanding graduates from across our six campuses with the distinction of Valedictorian—an inspiring group of students selected for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to their communities. Nominated by peers, faculty, staff, or even themselves, these individuals stood out for their strong communication skills, dedication to … Read more
New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative Digital Marketing graduate certificate program—providing a fast track to success in the marketing industry! Beginning in September 2025 at NBCC’s Moncton and Saint John campuses, this nine-month program is designed to equip ambitious business professionals with the essential skills and knowledge … Read more
In 2024, we proudly celebrated a remarkable milestone: more than 500 students supported through the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary program and nearly a decade of transformative donor impact. Ron Joyce, a visionary entrepreneur and founder of the Joyce Family Foundation, believed in the transformative power of quality education. As Maureen O’Neill, Executive Director of the … Read more