Posts by Jackie Barrett

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…

Krista Stephens is an Office Administration Technology student at our Kenmount Road campus. She maintains an excellent academic record and consistently receives positive feedback about her work ethic and dedication to her studies. On September 8, 2022, Premier Andrew Furey and Education Minister John Haggie presented her with the 2022 “Council of the Federation Literacy…

The veterinary industry is known for being both deeply rewarding in providing quality healthcare for our fur babies. At the same time, due to our strong attachment to companion and working animals, it can also be highly demanding and stressful, which is why its mental health care is critical. Its especially true when an animal…

On July 12, 2022, the Students and Staff from the Harding Road campus attended Academy Canada’s Convocation Ceremony. This is the first ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic so it was a very exciting day. We had 124 graduates from 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 attend. Ms. Suzanne Jordan, Campus Coordinator, began with the opening remarks and…

Academy Canada’s Construction/Industrial Electrician graduate and Apprentice Electrician at NL Hydro’s Bay d’Espoir location, Amber Hickman, is featured on NL Hydro website’s “Get To Know” segment. According to Amber, her father inspired her to follow his footsteps to pursue a career as an Electrician. As an Apprentice Electrician at the Bay d’Espoir Hydroelectric Generation Station,…

Congratulations, Team Canada! Team Canada won gold at the World Ball Hockey Championships in Quebec last night with a score of 3-2 against Czech Republic. Academy Canada’s own Shae-Lynn C. scored a goal in the final! Way to go, Shae-Lynn and Team Canada. Source: Saltwire – “N.L. women strike gold at world ball hockey championships”,…

Academy Canada’s Animal Grooming Graduate, Alyson, recently started her new salon called Ruff Life Spa. She recently graduated from our Animal Grooming program with honours and perfect attendance. Ruff Life Spaw is an appointment only based home based dog grooming salon. Grooms consist of bath, nails, ear cleaning, and use of clippers and/or brushes. As…

Brady H. graduated from Academy Canada’s Automotive Service Technician program with Honours in 2019 and currently works with Hickman Nissan. Brady was recently awarded the Albert Hickman Award of Excellence for Top Technician of the Year 2021! Congratulations Brady!!

Are you thinking about a career in graphic design? According to Multimedia Graphic Design instructor, Kyle McDavid, the sky is the limit. If you’re a technical minded, creative, and tech-savvy person with an eye for design, 2022 could be the start of a brand-new career for you. According to Kyle McDavid, Multimedia Graphic Design instructor,…