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Gas Technician
Gas Technicians are in high demand in Nova Scotia. Get your certificate to work in the growing field of natural gas and propane installation and service. Start in April at Akerley Campus. Learn more and apply today
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Study in winter and spring 2026
Explore our programs starting in January, February, March and April 2026. Learn more and apply
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Irving Shipbuilding Marine Trades Initiative
Start your career in marine trades with fully-funded training at NSCC. Irving Shipbuilding is covering all program costs for 20 Welding students, starting September 2026 at Akerley Campus. Learn more and apply today
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Scaling student wellness at NSCC NSCC students are leading a national shift in student mental health and wellbeing with the Student Wellness Champion initiative – the first of its kind in Canada.
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Financial awards for Black/African Canadian students Designated awards are available for Black and African Canadian students. Learn more and how to apply.
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NSCC Presidential Search The Board of Governors has begun the search for the College’s next President. Learn more about the search.
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Land Acknowledgement

NSCC is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded territory and traditional homeland of the Mi’kmaq Nation. Our relationship is based on a series of peace and friendship treaties between the Mi’kmaq Nation and the Crown, dating back to 1725.

As Treaty beneficiaries, we recognize that we are all Treaty People.

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Budget conscious housing design achieves high energy efficiency In Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete's fall/winter 2025 magazine, they highlight how Ivany Campus' student housing has integrated various sustainable and budget-friendly features to ensure it's a highly energy efficient building. 
Jan. 28, 2026Imagineering Magazine
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Irving Shipbuilding offers fully funded welding training at NSCC Irving Shipbuilding Inc. and NSCC are offering free tuition for specialized training in welding, metal fabrication and pipe trades, equipping students with the essential skills required in today's evolving marine sector.
Jan. 27, 2026Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
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Techsploration, Irving Shipbuilding launch marine skills program Techsploration and Irving Shipbuilding Inc., have launched a new marine skills program that will give young women and gender-diverse youth across Nova Scotia hands-on opportunities to explore careers in the marine sector.
Jan. 26, 2026Canadian Fabricating & Welding
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