The Roots: Where Passion Was Nurtured For NBCC alumna Chanelle Belliveau, no two days are ever the same—and that’s exactly how she likes it. Whether teaching a cooking class, catering an event, or sourcing local ingredients for her next dinner at Maven Hill Farm, Chanelle is forging her own path while uplifting the people, places, and province that helped shape her into the person … 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
Jennifer Englis is continuing her family’s NBCC legacy as the proud recipient of a 2025 Alumni Family Scholarship – a bi-annual award, generously sponsored by TD Insurance, that supports and encourages future generations of NBCC alumni. When Jennifer Englis made the life-changing decision to leave behind a stable career in Singapore and pursue her education … Read more
Using her heart as her compass, Kathleen ‘Kat’ LeBlanc’s compassionate drive has led her on a journey that is transforming how New Brunswick, and beyond, supports individuals experiencing homelessness. Growing up in a close-knit family, Kat’s deep-rooted values around family fueled her decision to pursue higher education at NBCC. Reflecting on this choice, she shares, … Read more
Meet Bill, the heartbeat of our Industrial Mechanics and Mechanical Technician programs at New Brunswick Community College (NBCC)! Bill’s journey into the trades began in 1976, when he enrolled in the machine shop program at NBCC Moncton. His NBCC instructor had a knack for making learning exciting—inspiring Bill to dive headfirst into the world of … Read more
A proud Mi’kmaq from Ugpi’Ganjig First Nation, Daniel Smith is deeply connected to his heritage and fueled by a desire to help others. His passion to make a difference is evident in his work and is transforming the way cultural support is provided within Correctional Service Canada (CSC). His smile immediately brightens as he shares, … Read more
Lauryn Chicoine, a proud Mi’kmaq woman and a 2019 graduate of NBCC’s Plumbing program, was recently featured in Maclean’s, Canada’s national magazine, as part of their 2024 College Guide. Known for its compelling longform stories that deepen readers’ understanding of Canada’s most urgent topics, Maclean’s highlighted how Lauryn found work she loved by going to … Read more
Jessica Wheaton is a second-generation NBCC student and the proud recipient of a 2024 Alumni Family Scholarship, an annual award that supports and encourages future generations of NBCC alumni, generously sponsored by TD Insurance. In her scholarship application, Jessica Wheaton described her mother, Tanya Wheaton, as a total superhero. When Tanya Wheaton first embarked on … Read more
Kori Daminato is a second-generation NBCC student and the proud recipient of a 2024 Alumni Family Scholarship, an annual award that supports and encourages future generations of NBCC alumni, generously sponsored by TD Insurance. Kori Daminato knew NBCC was the right choice for her, thanks in large part to her mother’s personal experience with the … Read more