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News and EventsJack Barrett Wins Four Gold Medals At The 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer GamesPosted July 20, 2010 At the 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in London, Ontario, Academy Canada Webmaster, Jack Barrett, won four gold medals in Powerlifting. Jack Squatted 265.5 kilograms for a new unofficial Special Olympics World Record. He also lifted 132.5 kilograms in the Bench Press and 275 kilograms in the Deadlift. At the end of the contest, Jack received four gold medals in the men's super-heavyweight division, one in the Squat, Bench Press, Deadlift, and overall. He also finished second overall pound-for-pound among the men's Powerlifters. With a new Special Olympics World Record as well as four gold medals, Jack now has his sights on the next possible major competition, the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Athens, Greece. Congratulations to Jack on his amazing lifts at the 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. He made Academy Canada as well as Newfoundland and Labrador proud.
Academy Canada and Cape Breton University - Opportunity For Advanced StandingPosted May 5, 2010 - Updated May 12, 2010 Academy Canada is pleased to provide graduates of its Law Enforcement Administration and Criminology programs with an opportunity for advanced standing towards CBU’s Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) program. Graduates will be eligible to receive up to 45 credits towards a 90 credit BACS – 3 year degree at Cape Breton University with a variety of minor/major options to choose from. Cape Breton University is located in Sydney, Nova Scotia and focuses on quality academic and research excellence, student services, a vibrant campus life including technology tools to support undergraduate education. CBU is known for the best of applied learning. It is practiced through such programs as the BACS degree which emphasizes real world problem solving, self-directed learning, critical analysis and community based skills. http://www.cbu.ca/about/about-presidents-office.asp. According to Academy Canada’s President, Mike Barrett “identifying such opportunities demonstrates institutional commitment to maximizing student learning experiences and to ensure students receive the greatest benefits from their post-secondary education. This is an example of how institutions in Atlantic Canada are working together to better serve students and enhance their pathways for academic excellence.” For more information: Terry Lucas Named Skills Canada RepresentativePosted July 26, 2010 Computer Aided Drafting Instructor, Terry Lucas, has accepted the Skills Canada "Atlantic National Technical Committee Representative" position. This is a three year term. Terry will serve as the Atlantic Provinces representative for Mechanical Design Competition. He will be travelling to the host sites several times a year to prepare, administer, and judge the competitions. Congratulations Terry! Teddy Bears of HopePosted July 26, 2010 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. On July 8, 2010, our students collected Teddy Bears and donations. They also offered a shampoo, style, and manicure or eyebrow shaping for $10.00, or a shampoo, treatment, style, and manicure or eyebrow shaping for $10.00. Silent Auction and 50/50 ticket draws took place throughout the day. Students raised $900 as well as collected 420 Teddy Bears. For more information about "Teddy Bears of Hope", please visit their website at http://www.teddybearsofhopenl.webs.com.
Kenmount Road Campus Photographic Studies Students Invited To Photograph Canadian Tire TeamPosted July 19, 2010 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. The "Canadian Tire Cross Canada Tour" purpose is to promote the company and its products, using a van decorated with inflatable props. The photo below is a sample from the Photographic Studies class.
Not Even Wet Weather Can Stop Corner Brook Campus "Family Fun Day"Posted July 9, 2010 Even rain couldn’t stop the fun on July 6, 2010 as Corner Brook held its first Family Fun Day. With approximately 150 people in attendance, there was laughter coming campus wide. The event was held at Corner Brook Campus due to inclement weather. Children and adults took advantage of the face painting, scavenger hunt, bouncy castle, crafts, and bowling. Everyone enjoyed delicious hamburgers and hotdogs, and the cake was divine. To finish the afternoon, Occupational Health and Safety students hosted the “Around the Bay Beauty” contest. Men dressed up as women – as funny as possible, similar to "Mummers"! A best way to wind down the afternoon. Thank you to all participants, and especially our volunteers for making this day possible.
Harding Road Campus Staff Take Part In Heavenly CreaturesPosted July 5, 2010 On June 26, 2010, Harding Road Campus staff took part in the Heavenly Creatures walk-a-thon held at Bowring Park. Heavenly Creatures is a no-kill animal rescue organization dedicated to rescue, rehabilitation, and finding homes for unwanted and abandoned animals across Newfoundland and Labrador. The event was a huge success.
"Skills Link Program" Participants Tour Harding Road CampusPosted June 23, 2010 Skills Link Program participants from Bonavista visited the Harding Road Campus for a facilities tour. The Skills Link Program is Canada's Youth Employment Strategy funded program. It helps individuals between ages 15 and 30 such as single parents, disabled persons, youth living in rural and remote areas, people who did not complete high school, and others with employment related barriers obtain skills and work experience they need to participate in the job market. Skills Link offers many programs and services tailored to meet an individual's unique employment needs as well as provide long term intensive assistance to help at risk youth achieve their full potential.
Harding Road and Kenmount Road Campus Convocation 2010On 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. Ms. Anita Abbott, Harding Road, Campus Principal, began with opening remarks, and introduced several guest speakers, including Mr. Carl Barrett, Head Office Representative and Board of Directors. Our next guest speaker was Mr. James Loder, Director of Community Relations. Following Mr. Loder’s speech was Ms. Laura Janes, graduate guest speaker and currently working as a mechanic at the Nissan dealership in St. John’s. Ms. Janes graduated from the Automotive Service Technician Program 2008. Ms. Melissa Druken gave the last speech, an eloquent Valedictory Address. Thank you to all for your inspiring and heart-felt words. Following their speeches, Ms. Judy Shields and Ms. Gayle Elliot, Kenmount and Harding Road Campus registrars respectively, presented diplomas to our graduating students. Next, Mr. Faron Penney from Harding Road Campus, and Mike Brothers from Kenmount Road Campus, presented the following program awards:
Memorial Program Awards were presented next. Mr. Stephen Squires presented the Josephine Harris Memorial Award for Legal Studies (Paralegal Professional) to Tara Dunphy. Ms. Anna Janes presented the Melissa Glynn Memorial Award to Office Administration Technology (Medical, Dental, Legal, Engineering) student Denise McCarthy. Mr. Mike Kerfont presented the Norman Dawe Memorial Award for Computer Aided Drafting to John Short. Mr. Faron Penney presented the Justin Ingram Memorial Award to Automotive Service Technician student Jamie Hancock. Mr. James Loder presented the Robert Stone Memorial Award to Insulator (Heat & Frost) student Peter Chivers. Finally, Mr. Gary Spurrell presented to Wade Healey the Beverley Anne Whalen Memorial Award for Academic Courses. The Graham Blundon Outstanding Instructor Award is awarded to an instructor exemplifying leadership, compassion, student and school involvement, and extra-curricular commitment. This special award is presented to one instructor from each campus based on student recommendations. This year’s recipients are Tony Snow, Harding Road Campus Plumbing Instructor, and Anna Janes, Kenmount Road Campus Office Administration Technology Instructor. Following the awards presentation, the audience audibly enjoyed a “Year in Review” picture presentation, featuring students and staff pictures from both campuses during various events that have occurred throughout the year. Thank you to Judy Shields and Steve Sutton, Multimedia Graphic Design Instructor, for putting together this excellent slideshow which everyone appreciated. Our final special award was presented. The President’s Award is Academy Canada’s highest honour awarded to one student from each campus reflecting the ideals we strive to install for all graduates including leadership, professionalism, positive attitude, good overall average, and a willingness to participate in school and extra-curricular activities. Staff members made recommendations to Academy Canada President, Mr. Mike Barrett, who then selects a recipient. It was a difficult decision to make since there are several deserving students for this award. Mr. Carl Barrett presented these awards to Mr. Frederick Roy, Harding Road Campus Construction/Industrial Electrician Student, and Ms. Melissa Druken, Kenmount Road Campus Business Administration Student. Congratulations to both recipients. Congratulations to our 2010 Grads. You did it!
Damian Follett Performs For Kenmount Road Campus Music and Recording Arts StudentsPosted June 3, 2010 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”. Since starting his performing career the 1980’s, Damian has signed four single song publishing deals in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, as well as currently working on several more. The Kenmount Road Campus had the pleasure of having Damian as a Music and Recording Arts program guest speaker. He also performed several songs for our students as well as spoke with them about Songwriting.
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Academy Canada Webmaster, Jack Barrett, wins four gold medals at the recent 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in London, Ontario.
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