Learners Stories

The opportunity of a lifetime at NBCC
A cross-continental journey, a new culture, and enrolling in a full-time post-secondary program while working and raising a family is enough to overwhelm anyone …

NBCC grad draws inspiration from daughter
Samantha Connors-Lebreton has always had a passion for working with children and youth, but her biggest source of inspiration throughout her NBCC journey has been

NBCC grad proves it’s never too late
Russ Brown never predicted he would be back in the classroom after more than 23 years in the workforce, but when the COVID-19 pandemic impacted

NBCC grad finds his leadership potential
Mark Ferrish never had any intentions of pursuing leadership opportunities in the workplace. That was until he discovered NBCC’s Applied Studies programs, and everything changed.

A new beginning in Hospitality Town
When Juan Vargas arrived in New Brunswick for the first time, the crisp winter air was not the only thing giving him goosebumps. Originally from

IN HIS WORDS: New opportunities at home in NB
Editor’s note: The following is a firsthand account of the NBCC experience by Scott Cooper, a 2022 graduate of the Process Control Technician program at

Carpentry students swing their hammers for local non-profit
At NBCC, carpentry students build useful things with wood and tools. They also build with their hearts and souls, leaving a legacy of community leadership

Trades students hit it out of the park with Moncton Minor Baseball build
At the Moncton campus of NBCC, skilled trades students are hitting community leadership out of the park. Carpentry, electrical, and welding students have teamed up

A new path forward
A childhood marked by trauma, an impromptu departure from formal education, and a history of addiction are not holding Amanda Smith back from transforming her