Posts by Jackie Barrett

Congratulations to the July Student of the Month at our Harding Road Campus, Tyler E! Tyler is enrolled in our Construction/Industrial Electrician program. He maintains perfect attendance and excellent grades in all subjects. His instructor says he is “always on time and ready to learn. His attendance is exceptional, and he is a true leader…

The “Academy Canada Nation” thanks Best Kind Productions for awarding us with a “Bestie Award”! We are proud long-time Best Kind Productions supporters of their initiatives and have been happy to share our campus spaces for auditions and rehearsals. About “Best Kind Productions” Best Kind Productions is a community theatre company based in St. John’s.…

Angeline is a first-year student in the Early Childhood Education program. Aside from maintaining a strong academic record, she exemplifies hard work and a true passion for learning. Here is what Angeline’s instructor says about her: “There are so many diverse, hardworking individuals in my class that shine in many ways. Angeline is one whose…

Congratulations to the Harding Road Campus “June 2023 Student of the Month”, Victoria C! Victoria maintains an excellent academic and attendance record, and her instructor Spencer says she is “a hard worker, always on time, and an all-around great student!” Way to go, Victoria!! Keep up the amazing work; you will certainly be an asset…

On Thursday, May 18, 2023 the Students and Staff from both the Harding Road and Kenmount Road campuses attended Academy Canada’s Convocation Ceremony. We had 241 graduates from 2022-2023 attend. Ms. Anita Morgan, Regional Director, began with the opening remarks and introduced a couple of speakers including Jackie White, Business Development Director, to bring greetings…

Congratulations to Kenmount Road Campus May 2023 “Student of the Month”, Megan R.! Megan is enrolled at our Business Administration program. According to her instructor Justin Foley, she “works extremely hard in class, achieves high marks, supports her classmates and assists them whenever she can and has risen to every challenge presented to her. She…

On April 21, 2023, Easter Seals wrapped up “National Volunteer Week” in naming our Therapeutic Recreation class as their “Volunteer of the Year”. Our Therapeutic Recreation students attended several events throughout the year, engaged with participants, and supported staff members where needed. Students joined Easter Seals NL staff at programs including Boccia and Build Your…

Congratulations to Kenmount Road Campus April 2023 “Student of the Month”, Chantal C! Chantal is a student in our Multimedia Graphic Design program. She maintains a very strong academic and attendance record and is a pleasure to have in class. Her instructor Kyle says she is “a hard-worker, a natural class leader (and class mom),…

Congratulations to Harding Road Campus’ latest Student of the Month, Cameron K. Here’s what Cameron’s instructor Chris has to say about him: “Cameron is a very motivated student. He has a fantastic attendance record and his dedication to the program shows in both the classroom and shop. In the classroom, Cameron often asks questions above…

On March 13, 2023, NTV’s “Made Right Here” segment and its host, Danielle Butt, visited Academy Canada’s Harding Road Campus to learn more about our Greenhouse Production program. Our students are learning how to grow plants and crops in different environments with a big emphasis on food security and sustainability in our province. Some Greenhouse…

Sandra Lee Layden describes herself as “a daydreamer, a music lover, a free spirit, a traveller and an open soul”. She is also an incredibly talented and successful Newfoundland-born photographer. Sandra Lee graduated from Academy Canada with a Diploma of Applied Arts in Photographic Studies in 2007 and has since built an award-winning business photographing…

Congratulations to March 2023 “Student of the Month” at our Kenmount Road campus, Chelsey E. Here’s what Chelsey’s instructor Ashley says about her: “I’m continuously surprised by Chelsey’s ability to thrive in tough situations. No matter what she faces, she always has a positive attitude. This personality trait is not only admirable but also shows…

After developing life and kitchen skills as a participant in “Choices for Youth’s” social enterprise “Crust Craft Bakery + Pizzeria”, Isabel Butler has turned her passion for preparing pizzas into an opportunity in enrolling as a student at Academy Canada. According to “Crust Craft Bakery + Pizzeria” Chef, Nick King, “Choices for Youth’s” run social…

Congratulations to the latest “Student of the Month” at our Kenmount Road campus, Katlyn W! Katlyn is a student in our Therapeutic Recreation program. Here is what her instructor Joanne Bennett says about her: “Katlyn is an incredible student! She is positive, enthusiastic and a true class leader. She is an A+ student, dependable and…

After graduating with an Honours Diploma of Applied Arts “Animal Grooming Professional” diploma in 2022, Alyson went on to open “Ruff Life Spaw” in Paradise. She now spends her days with her adorable four-legged clients. Congratulations, Alyson! To learn more about “Ruff Life Spaw”, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ItsaRuffLifeAfterAll.

Kenmount Road Campus “Paralegal Studies” student, Jennifer S., is November 2022 “Student of the Month”. Jennifer is a student in our Paralegal Studies program. Here is what her instructor, Stephen Squires, says about her: “Jennifer, in addition to having perfect attendance and high marks, is also a leader and example to her fellow students. Her…

Harding Road Campus “Animal Grooming Professional” student, Alyssa B., is November 2022 “Student of the Month”. Alyssa is our Animal Grooming Professional student. Along with strong grades, her instructor says her kindness along with a strong work ethic in the classroom and student salon is sure to lead to success in her profession. “Alyssa is…

On October 21, 2022, Corner Brook Campus students, staff, and instructor attended Academy Canada’s Convocation Ceremony. This was the first ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic, so it was a very exciting day. We had 93 graduates from 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 attend. Mr. Colin Burridge, Principal, began with the opening remarks and introduced Lisa Lovelady,…

Cook student, Melvin D., is September 2022 “Student of the Month”.

Academy Canada is pleased to announce that our Webmaster, Jack Barrett, is one of the inductees for the 2021 and 2022 “Newfoundland and Labrador” Sports Hall of Fame to be held at a later date. Jack competed for Nova Scotia at the 1994 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Swimming, and the 1998, 2002, and…