Posts by Jackie Barrett

Posted January 30, 2024 During the Newfoundland and Labrador Therapeutic Recreation Association Conference, our Therapeutic Recreation class celebrated two big accomplishments. Our program instructor, Joanne Bennett, was recognized with the “Leadership in Therapeutic Recreation” Award, while second-year student, Faith A. was honoured with the “Outstanding Student of the Year” Award! We are immensely proud of…

Posted January 25, 2024 During the week of January 20, 2024, Harding Road Campus hosted guests from the High Commission of Canada in Barbados. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, visit some of our skilled trades shops, and discuss programs and industries with faculty members. Thank you for your visit! Representatives from the “High…

Posted January 19, 2024 Newfoundland and Labrador’s post secondary institutions, notably College of the North Atlantic, Memorial University, Keyin College, and Academy Canada, are teaming up with SpacesShared, an online platform that finds suitable housing for students while helping seniors to curb loneliness and earn some income at the same time. Truly a win-win combination,…

Posted December 7, 2023 Academy Canada is pleased to announce that our Webmaster and Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Jack Barrett, is featured in Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s upcoming “Respecting The Game” series. “Respecting The Game: The Story of Jackie Barrett” is a story about Jack Barrett’s journey to becoming one of the…

Posted November 5, 2023 Academy Canada are pleased to announce that we won the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association’s (NLCA) “Professional Service Award of Excellence”. These awards were given during the NLCA’s “Awards Gala” on November 4, 2023. We thank the NLCA for their continued support towards this province’s Construction industry. Academy Canada’s representatives proudly…

Academy Canada is visiting Guyana for the second time this year! Lisa Lovelady, Academy Canada Vice President Academic & Chief Operating Officer, and Beverly Moore, Academy Canada Online Learning Department Head, joined this week’s Energy NL’s organized Atlantic Canada Trade Mission, and Department of Industry, Energy and Technology NL (IET) and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities…

Academy Canada are thrilled to announce that we have been nominated for a 2023 St. John’s Board of Trade “Business Awards” in the Community Champion category! It is an honour to be recognized among so many other incredible organizations. This nomination is a testament to our team’s efforts to support students, graduates, and the community…

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…