New Brunswick Community College

New Brunswickers invited to explore careers in skilled trades through interactive exhibits

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fuelling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

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  • Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fuelling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.
  • Today, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, highlighted an interactive exhibit visiting high schools and colleges across New Brunswick and giving 2,500 students the opportunity to explore careers in the skilled trades.
  • This new, interactive and dynamic exhibit provides an experience where individuals learn about different skilled trades careers, find in-demand trades where they live and discover the steps it takes to become a skilled trades worker.
  • – Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault
    "Events like these are a great way to encourage our country's future workforce to explore skilled trade careers through interactive activities.

New Brunswick Community College Connects Learners with Ingenious Academic and Training Opportunities Powered by HPE Aruba Networking

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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In support of its mission, NBCC is now deploying a Wi-Fi 6E -enabled end-to-end AI-powered HPE Aruba Networking ESP (Edge Services Platform) solution by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE).

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  • In support of its mission, NBCC is now deploying a Wi-Fi 6E -enabled end-to-end AI-powered HPE Aruba Networking ESP (Edge Services Platform) solution by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231017115864/en/
    New Brunswick Community College's ingenious Mobile Training Center (MTC).
  • AI-powered endpoint profiling using Client Insights within HPE Aruba Networking Central ensures NBCC can easily identity any device that connects to their network.
  • For real-time news updates, follow HPE Aruba Networking on X/Twitter and Facebook , and for the latest technical discussions on mobility and HPE Aruba Networking products, visit the Airheads Community .

J.D. Irving, Limited, the University of New Brunswick Saint John and New Brunswick Community College announce digital talent pipeline initiative for New Brunswick

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, Oct. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The McKenna Institute, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) and the University of New Brunswick Saint John are excited to announce the development of a new digital pathways program for industry-related careers, made possible through a $1 million gift from J.D.

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  • SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, Oct. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The McKenna Institute, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) and the University of New Brunswick Saint John are excited to announce the development of a new digital pathways program for industry-related careers, made possible through a $1 million gift from J.D.
  • Focused on developing a talent pipeline to improve digital technology competitiveness for organizations in New Brunswick, the pathways program will invest in student scholarships and bursaries at both NBCC and UNB Saint John, for multiple programs related to digital technology.
  • “An investment in New Brunswick’s next generation is an investment in New Brunswick’s future,” said Jim Irving, co-CEO of J.D.
  • This collaboration is a great example of our shared commitment to fostering a strong, qualified generation of leaders in the digital economy,” said Dr. Petra Hauf, vice-president Saint John at UNB.

Minister O'Regan visits New Brunswick Community College to highlight government's support for students, apprentices & youth employment

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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The 2022 Fall Economic Statement proposes to make the federal portion of all Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans permanently interest-free, including those currently being repaid.

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  • The 2022 Fall Economic Statement proposes to make the federal portion of all Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans permanently interest-free, including those currently being repaid.
  • To further support students, the government is also proposing doubling the Canada Student Grant to provide up to $6,000 per year until July 2023.
  • In addition, investments in the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy will help set up young Canadians for success in the job market after leaving school.
  • Investing $301.4 million over the next two years to provide wraparound supports and job placements to young people facing employment barriers.

Minister Hutchings highlights federal government's plan to eliminate interest on student and apprentice loans and enhance the Canada Workers Benefit

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, participated in an event at the New Brunswick Community College to highlight the Government of Canada's plan to make the federal portion of all Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans, including those currently being repaid, permanently interest-free.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, participated in an event at the New Brunswick Community College to highlight the Government of Canada's plan to make the federal portion of all Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans, including those currently being repaid, permanently interest-free.
  • The Government of Canada is also providing advance payments of the CWB to put more money, sooner, into the pockets of our lowest-paidand often most essentialworkers.
  • Our government is proposing new permanent steps to reduce the burdenof student and apprentice loans on young Canadians by permanently eliminating interest on federal student and apprentice loans.
  • The federal government's fiscal anchorthe unwinding of COVID-19-related deficits and reduction of the federal debt-to-GDP ratio over the medium termremains unchanged.

NBCC’s Going Beyond campaign to transform New Brunswick’s workforce

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBCC set forth its vision to transform New Brunswicks workforce with the launch of its first-ever fundraising campaign, Going Beyond, today.

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  • SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBCC set forth its vision to transform New Brunswicks workforce with the launch of its first-ever fundraising campaign, Going Beyond, today.
  • With a proven track record of fueling New Brunswicks workforce, we are ready to take on this challenge.
  • The Going Beyond campaign is chaired by James D. Irving, co-CEO of J.D.
  • We are happy to step up and kick-start the private sector fundraising for this important institution in the province.

The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC), The Arbery Family and Partners Announce "Black Pastors' #JusticeForAhmaud Community March," Thursday, November 18th in Brunswick, Georgia

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC) founded by Barbara Arnwine, Esq.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC) founded by Barbara Arnwine, Esq.
  • All Black Pastors are urged to join in this Community March to show support for the entirety of the Arbery Family and the Brunswick Community.
  • The Transformative Justice Coalition has been on the ground leading daily vigils at the Courthouse with the Arbery Family since October 18th.
  • Last week, Bishop William Barber led the 5th weekly, Community March to the Arbery Mural.