News and Events http://www.academycanada.com Sat, 18 May 2013 15:18:51 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=567&Itemid=9 Academy Canada are pleased to announce that the Corner Brook Campus has received Newfoundland and Labrador Government recognition for their Spread The Net fundraising efforts. Tue, 07 May 2013 08:06:07 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=565&Itemid=9 On April 18, 2013, Kenmount Road Campus Business Administration Students taking their Meeting and Special Event Planning course held a silent auction to raise money for Easter Seals. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:40:16 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=564&Itemid=9 From April 12, 2013 - April 14, 2013, Downhome Magazine hosted their Downhome Expo at Mount Pearl Glacier Arena. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:39:08 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=563&Itemid=9 On February 12, 2013, the Corner Brook Community Coalition on Housing and Homelessness, also known as CCHH, got a great boost on Pancake Day from Corner Brook Campus students and staff. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:38:40 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=562&Itemid=9 Academy Canada was pleased to host Member of Parliament and HRSDC Parliamentary Secretary, Dr. Kelli Leitch, on April 4, 2013. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:03:51 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=561&Itemid=9 Academy Canada are pleased to announce that three Occupational Health and Safety students won a scholarship with the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals or BCRSP for short. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:02:46 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=560&Itemid=9 From March 14, 2013 to March 17, 2013, Academy Canada Director, James Loder, attended the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) meetings in Ottawa. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:11:48 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=559&Itemid=9 On March 11, 2013, The Salmon Preservation Association for the Waters of Newfoundland, or SPAWN for short, held their Annual General Meeting at the Corner Brook Campus Café. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:32:33 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=558&Itemid=9 On February 14, 2013, the Kenmount Road Campus Criminology students hosted several events throughout the day to raise money for the Students Helping Students Food Bank . Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:50:51 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=557&Itemid=9 The 30th Annual Chef's Ball was held on January 19th, 2013 at the Sheraton Hotel. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 03:50:54 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=556&Itemid=9 On March 2, 2013, the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association, also known as NLCA, held their Annual General Meeting and Conference in St. John's. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:29:32 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=554&Itemid=9 Kenmount Road Campus Therapeutic Recreation student, Jeremy Cross, was named the Independent Living Resource Centre the “Independent Living Young Leader” Award winner on December 3, 2012, highlighting his involvement in making post-secondary possible for persons with disabilities. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:50:29 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=553&Itemid=9 Academy Canada wishes to congratulates Insulator (Heat and Frost) student, Trevor Peddle, on winning a $1000 scholarship from the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association on December 11, 2012. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:41:30 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=551&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is pleased to announce that it will be launching its new Process Operator Diploma program during the Winter 2013 semester. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 07:37:55 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=547&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is extremely pleased to announce the signing of another Articulation Agreement between Cape Breton University and Academy Canada Career College. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:20:57 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=546&Itemid=9 On October 10, 2012, Corner Brook Campus Carpenter students spent the day constructing this year’s Harbour Haunt maze downstairs at the new City Hall location. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:36:31 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=545&Itemid=9 Representatives from Responsible Gambling Council visited the Corner Brook Campus on September 26, 2012 and September 27, 2012. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 06:20:45 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=544&Itemid=9 On September 15, 2012, the Kenmount Road campus hosted a successful NL Association of Career Practitioners (NLACP) conference. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 04:29:30 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=542&Itemid=9 Corner Brook Campus students and staff recently collected items to aid Scaredy Cat Rescue . Wed, 08 Aug 2012 11:01:31 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=541&Itemid=9 Kenmount Road Campus Esthetics and Spa Management Instructor, Lee-Ann Fleming, is nominated for Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE) Entrepreneur of the Year award in the Innovation and Entrepreneurial Excellence categories. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 04:51:36 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=539&Itemid=9 University Drive Campus convocation was held at the Pepsi Studio on June 22, 2012. The campus had 206 graduates this year, though some were not in attendance due to work commitments. Trumpeter Darren Hancock accompanied the Grand March. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:43:28 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=536&Itemid=9 On June 1, 2012, Lisa Lovelady graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Master of Education (Counselling Psychology) degree. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 03:31:37 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=535&Itemid=9 Academy Canada are partnering with Grenfell Campus - Memorial University and College of the North Atlantic to form a “Campus City Committee”, hoping to turn Corner Brook, NL, into a “College Town.” Wed, 06 Jun 2012 03:48:33 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=534&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is extremely pleased to announce the signing of an Articulation Agreement between Cape Breton University and Academy Canada Career College. This agreement provides graduates of Academy Canada’s Business Administration (Marketing, Human Relations, Accounting) program with advanced standing towards Cape Breton University’s Bachelor of Business Administration. Academy Canada Business Administration graduates will be granted 40% of the credits required for successful completion of Cape Breton University’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree program. Mon, 04 Jun 2012 06:52:08 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=533&Itemid=9 On May 17, 2012, Kenmount and Harding Road campuses students and staff attended Academy Canada’s Annual Convocation Ceremony at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s. The auditorium was full with family, friends, guests, and 225 graduating students. Wed, 23 May 2012 09:19:34 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=532&Itemid=9 Kenmount Road Campus Computer Aided Drafting student, Richard White, won the Mechanical CADD silver medal at the 2012 Skills Canada National Competition in Edmonton, Alberta. Thu, 17 May 2012 04:53:49 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=531&Itemid=9 On May 15, 2012, the City of Corner Brook announced their Achievement in Community Excellence (ACE) award winners. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:12:46 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=530&Itemid=9 The Newfoundland and Labrador Government has offered scholarships to recognize the achievements of Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Educational Development (GED), and the Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) College Transition program graduates enrolled in their first year undergraduate or college program at a post-secondary institution. Mon, 14 May 2012 07:15:35 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=528&Itemid=9 From May 3, 2012 - May 6, 2012, two Kenmount Road Campus Interior Decorating students had a pleasure to assist award winning Interior Decorator, Ambrose Price during the 2012 St. John's Home Show . Thu, 10 May 2012 05:21:13 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=527&Itemid=9 On May 6, 2012, the St. John’s area Steps for Life walk raised over $23,000 to support families who have suffered loss through workplace tragedy. Tue, 08 May 2012 09:35:15 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=526&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is pleased to announced that we are nominated for Corner Brook's Achievement in Community Excellence (ACE) awards. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:20:52 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=525&Itemid=9 Montreal, PQ — The Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Career Colleges (NLACC) is proud to announce that one of its Directors has been elected President of the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) – the federal organization that has represented the interests of independent career college students, faculty and staff from all provinces and territories since 1896. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:00:02 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=522&Itemid=9 On March 30, 2012, Academy Canada was excited to participate in the 11th Annual Skills Canada Newfoundland and Labrador Competition in St. John's. Overall, we won a total of 8 individual medals. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:42:52 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=521&Itemid=9 The National Association of Career Colleges, or NACC, has recognized Academy Canada for establishing a partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:39:04 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=512&Itemid=9 Corner Brook Campus Therapeutic Recreation students hosted their first Snowflake Dinner. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:34:29 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=511&Itemid=9 From February 7, 2012 - February 16, 2012, the Harding Road Campus held their annual In-House Skills Canada competition. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:42:23 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=510&Itemid=9 On February 9, 2012, the Kenmount Road Campus held their annual In-House Skills Canada Competition. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:37:23 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=509&Itemid=9 On February 9, 2012, Kenmount Road Campus Massage Therapy students along with their instructor, Deidre Baker, visited the SPCA St. John's Animal Shelter to allow their animals to experience Massage Therapy. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:54:20 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=502&Itemid=9 On November 28, 2011, the Kenmount Road Campus had three fourth year Nursing Students from the Centre for Nursing Studies completing their “Community Health Nursing Practice” clinical course. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:46:21 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=501&Itemid=9 Academy Canada staff member, Greg Hall, has been named to Team Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2012 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:54:31 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=500&Itemid=9 On November 25, 2011, Academy Canada Career College received the Outstanding Private Sector Contribution to Regional Economic Development award during the “Community Economic Development – Excellence in Youth Leadership” banquet held in Gander. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:54:25 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=498&Itemid=9 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:26:01 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=497&Itemid=9 On September 27, 2011, Therapeutic Recreation students along with their instructor, Joanne Bennett, hosted a “Coffee Break” to raise money for the Alzheimer Society. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 06:24:48 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=496&Itemid=9 On September 22, 2011, experienced Esthetician, Makeup Artist, and Entrepreneur, Diana D'Amato, visited the Esthetics and Nail Technician students. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 06:22:00 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=494&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is pleased to announce that Wendy Woodland will interview Corner Brook Campus Principal, Al Skanes, for the September 20, 2011 edition of Corner Brook Cafe . Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:30:31 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=491&Itemid=9 Academy Canada now has course equivalency recognition by the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) for the Accounting and Organizational Behaviour courses in our Business Administration Program. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 06:50:39 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=490&Itemid=9 At the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Athens, Greece, Academy Canada Webmaster, Jack Barrett, won three gold medals and one silver medal in Powerlifting. Mon, 18 Jul 2011 07:15:21 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=489&Itemid=9 On June 2, 2011, Corner Brook Campus, students, staff, and instructors attended Academy Canada’s Annual Convocation Ceremony. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 06:21:41 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=487&Itemid=9 On June 3, 2011, Harding Road Campus Cooking Instructor, Chef Bernie-Ann Ezekiel, held a retirement function for Conception Bay South Music School director, Margaret Rowe. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 06:31:29 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=484&Itemid=9 On May 19, 2011, Kenmount and Harding Road campus students and staff attended Academy Canada’s Annual Convocation Ceremony at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s. The auditorium was at full capacity with family, friends, guests, and close to 330 graduating students. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 05:11:02 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=483&Itemid=9 Froude Avenue community group participants were at the St. John's campuses from May 24, 2011 - May 27, 2011 for trades orientation. Mon, 30 May 2011 05:47:35 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=481&Itemid=9 The Corner Brook Campus Office Administration Technology students created upper and lower teeth models to demonstrate surfaces, clinical names, and chart numbers associated with each tooth. Thu, 19 May 2011 10:43:11 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=480&Itemid=9 On May 3, 2011, students from Massage Therapy and Therapeutic Recreation programs participated in Mount Pearl Seniors Independence Group's Awareness and Health Information Day . Wed, 18 May 2011 07:19:27 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=479&Itemid=9 On April 14, 2011, the St. John’s Boys and Girls Club held their first gala fundraising event titled “Black Tie Bingo” at the Delta Hotel. Proceeds from the gala will be invested in music and fine arts programs at Mundy Pond Club and Suncor Energy Buckmaster’s Circle club. Wed, 18 May 2011 07:17:30 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=477&Itemid=9 What an excellent turnout for “Shave for the Brave” at the Harding Road Campus. Wed, 11 May 2011 11:18:45 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=476&Itemid=9 Academy Canada Career College is pleased to announce that we are nominated for the Corner Brook Sustainability Awards for Excellence in Business , Community Impact , Customer Service , and Innovation categories. Sat, 07 May 2011 14:54:23 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=474&Itemid=9 Academy Canada wishes to thank the following administrative professionals for everything they do. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 06:51:15 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=473&Itemid=9 Kenmount Road Campus Business Administration students raised money for Ronald McDonald House. Over $4,400 was raised through a bake sale, hockey tournament, bowling tournament and penny wars involving an entire campus. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 05:29:02 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=472&Itemid=9 Academy Canada Career College is proud to announce that our Webmaster, Jack Barrett, will represent Canada at the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games taking place from June 25, 2011 to July 4, 2011 in Athens, Greece. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:40:21 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=471&Itemid=9 On April 1, 2011, Academy Canada was excited to participate in the 10th Annual Skills Canada Newfoundland and Labrador Competition. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:40:27 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=469&Itemid=9 This past week, four students from the Music and Recording Arts program, Tyler Chard, Matthew Myler, Adam Hearn, and Adam Daly had a great time playing some of their own original songs for an Out of the Fog segment. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:59:37 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=466&Itemid=9 From February 14, 2011 - February 18, 2011, the Harding Road Campus held their annual In-House Skills Canada Competitions. Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:02:17 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=465&Itemid=9 On February 7, 2011 the Kenmount Road Campus held their annual In-House Skills Canada Competitions. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 06:03:13 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=464&Itemid=9 Harding Road Campus recently had a Faculty of Culinary Arts: Cooking program accreditation evaluation. Our aspiring chefs made a fabulous four course meal. Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:33:33 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=458&Itemid=9 In December 2010, Kenmount Road Campus Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist students got together and came up with ideas to raise money for St. John's area animal shelters. Wed, 19 Jan 2011 12:57:04 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=457&Itemid=9 Canadian Culinary Federation held their annual Ball on January 15, 2011. Harding Road Campus cooking students, Josh Kane, Dawn Crocker, Elaine Kelloway, and Troy Sparkes helped prepare and plate the food. Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:43:20 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=456&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is please to announce that local business owners Lee-Ann Fleming, Kenmount Road Campus Esthetics Instructor, and Darlene McCarthy have won the Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Magazine Best In Spa award for their product, Ossetra Seaweed Serum. Tue, 21 Dec 2010 04:41:16 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=455&Itemid=9 A big congratulations goes to Paul Hanlon, Occupational Health and Safety student from the Harding Road Campus. Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:03:48 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=454&Itemid=9 On December 7, 2010, the Corner Brook Campus hosted a Christmas Turkey Dinner for its students, staff, and instructors with proceeds donated to the Food Bank. Mon, 13 Dec 2010 04:34:23 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=453&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is pleased to announce that the following students from the Corner Brook Campus have passed their Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Exam. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:58:39 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=451&Itemid=9 Keith McCarthy, McCarthy’s Mechanical Limited owner and operator, went over the blueprints with Tony Snow's Plumbing students as well as explained the Mechanical, DWV, and Water Distribution Systems. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 09:14:13 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=450&Itemid=9 November 25 is the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women . Government of Newfoundland and Labrador chose this date to begin the annual Purple Ribbon Campaign to be held from November 25, 2010 to December 10, 2010. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:48:39 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=449&Itemid=9 L’Oreal Colour Trophy is one of Canada's most prestigious hairstyling prizes. It celebrates a hairdresser's creativity and innovation worldwide. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 05:54:58 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=448&Itemid=9 IC Spa Products is a St. John’s based skin care and spa products line with whole health and natural, organic ingredients. Their business owners are Lee-Ann Fleming, Kenmount Road Campus Esthetics Instructor, and Darlene McCarthy. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 05:52:22 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=447&Itemid=9 Get Your Pink On was a fundraising event to raise money for Breast Cancer research. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 05:49:42 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=445&Itemid=9 On October 23, 2010, the Certified General Accountants Association of Newfoundland and Labrador welcomed 11 new members. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 05:31:03 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=444&Itemid=9 Academy Canada was pleased to partner with Western Health and Western Memorial Regional Hospital. They recently provided our Medical Laboratory Assistant students with their laboratory facilities tour. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 07:19:28 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=442&Itemid=9 Academy Canada’s Carpentry students took their time to donate their skills to seniors in the Corner Brook area. Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:45:05 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=437&Itemid=9 On September 21, 2010, Hurricane Igor ripped through Newfoundland and Labrador leaving, a path of devastation and destruction. Over 55,000 people were left without electricity as well as large sections of the Trans Canada Highway completely washed away, leaving thousands of residents in outport communities isolated and stranded. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:59:09 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=436&Itemid=9 The Kenmount Road Campus is proud to announce that the Academy Canada Hair Salon is named the Contessa Community Service Award semi-finalist for their community involvement, especially with the Teddy Bears of Hope fund raiser this past summer. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:56:05 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=434&Itemid=9 On September 17, 2010, Therapeutic Recreation students hosted the Alzheimer Society's Coffee Break at our Kenmount Road Campus. Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:23:07 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=432&Itemid=9 On September 9, 2010, the Corner Brook Campus had a special visitor this year for our 25th Aniversary Open House. Mon, 27 Sep 2010 04:30:06 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=430&Itemid=9 Computer Aided Drafting Instructor, Terry Lucas, has accepted the Skills Canada Atlantic National Technical Committee Representative position. This is a three year term. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:44:07 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=429&Itemid=9 Kenmount Road Campus Hairstyling students teamed up with Sarah Downey, Miss Newfoundland and Labrador International 2010, to raise money for Teddy Bears of Hope , an organization providing Teddy Bears to children from impoverish or war torn countries. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:42:09 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=428&Itemid=9 At the 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in London, Ontario, Academy Canada Webmaster, Jack Barrett, won four gold medals in Powerlifting. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:18:48 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=427&Itemid=9 While on a field trip to Cape Spear, the Kenmount Road Campus Photographic Studies class were invited to photograph the Canadian Tire team preparing to embark on a cross Canada tour. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:27:22 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=426&Itemid=9 Even rain couldn’t stop the fun on July 6, 2010 as Corner Brook held its first Family Fun Day. Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:45:57 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=425&Itemid=9 On June 26, 2010, Harding Road Campus staff took part in the Heavenly Creatures walk-a-thon held at Bowring Park. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:15:11 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=424&Itemid=9 Skills Link Program participants from Bonavista visited the Harding Road Campus for a facilities tour. Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:34:49 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=421&Itemid=9 On May 13, 2010, Kenmount and Harding Road campuses students and staff attended Academy Canada’s convocation ceremony held annually at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s. The auditorium was near full capacity with family, friends, guests, and close to 250 graduating students. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:08:48 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=420&Itemid=9 Damian Follett is a well known musician and recording artist throughout the St. John’s area. He has written songs such as, “Small Town Boy” and “Don’t Say Goodbye”. Thu, 03 Jun 2010 07:24:06 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=419&Itemid=9 Academy Canada wishes to congratulate Computer Aided Drafting student, Matthew Fiander, for his impressive 5th place finish at the recent 2010 Skills Canada National Competition held in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 10:19:50 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=418&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is proud to be Newfoundland and Labrador's largest independent college as well as one of the ten biggest in Canada. Mon, 31 May 2010 06:09:50 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=417&Itemid=9 On May 18, 2010, the Harding Road Campus was excited to host Stella Burry Community Services “New Beginnings” Program participants. Mon, 31 May 2010 05:53:43 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=416&Itemid=9 Harding Road and Kenmount Road Campus teams participated in Steps For Life at Quidi Vidi Lake on May 2, 2010. Tue, 18 May 2010 06:57:54 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=415&Itemid=9 Academy Canada is pleased to announce their agreement with Cape Breton University (CBU) to provide graduates of Academy Canada’s Law Enforcement Administration and Criminology programs advanced standing towards CBU’s Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) program. Wed, 05 May 2010 09:34:04 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=414&Itemid=9 Canadian Blood Services are proud to work with the Academy Canada students and staff with their Partners for Life program. Wed, 05 May 2010 05:02:11 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=413&Itemid=9 One week after our Medical Laboratory Assistant students finished their clinical placement, they obtained employment with Eastern Health. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 07:26:41 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=412&Itemid=9 The college week of November 16-20, 2009 was a busy time for Academy Canada Career College. During this five day period, we hosted the Canadian Education and Training Accreditation Commission (CETAC) as they conducted their annual national reaccreditation visits. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:41:47 +0100 http://www.academycanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=411&Itemid=9 Steps for Life is a 5 kilometre walk to raise money for Threads of Life , a group that provides support to families surviving workplace tragedies. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:36:02 +0100