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    Coast Mountain College and School District 52 partner to offer a dual-credit program in early childhood education for high school students

    Mar 28, 2023
    Coast Mountain College has partnered with local high schools in School District 52 to offer a dual-credit course for senior students. Participating students qualify for certification as Early Childhood Education Assistants.
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    Coast Mountain College pilots new career fair at Terrace campus

    Mar 17, 2023
    CMTN hosted a career fair on our Terrace campus on March 16, 2023. This was an opportunity for graduating students to network with local employers and discover what jobs are available in the region.
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    Nursing Alumnus Matthew Le Gresley speaks on opportunities in the field

    Mar 06, 2023
    Matthew Le Gresley went through the Nursing program at CMTN in 2013. Since completing his degree, Matthew has worked in hospital bedside care, mental health and addictions support, palliative care, and now technology, and says "There is just so much you can do with a nursing degree!”
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    CMTN Student Hair Salon becomes Green Circle Certified

    Feb 13, 2023
    The CMTN student Salon is pleased to announce that they have become a Green Circle Salon. All students in the Hairstylist Foundation program will now receive a certificate as a Sustainable Beauty Professional when they complete the program.
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    CMTN Foundation Holds Art Contest: "Life in the Northwest"

    Feb 06, 2023
    Current Education Assistant and CMTN alumna Ladan Zahrai shares her experience in the EDUA program and what it's like to work in the field.
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    “It’s Very Rewarding”: Ladan Zahrai shares her experience as an Education Assistant

    Jan 18, 2023
    Current Education Assistant and CMTN alumna Ladan Zahrai shares her experience in the EDUA program and what it's like to work in the field.
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    Local business owner and CMTN alumnus establishes award for current international students

    Dec 09, 2022
    Former CMTN international student Kapil Verma establishes an award for current students to help with tuition and living costs.
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    CMTN Foundation Hosts Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign

    Dec 09, 2022
    For Giving Tuesday this year, the CMTN Foundation raised enough money to fill the Student Food Bank, and provide six awards for students in the Culinary program. Thank you to everyone who generously donated.
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    CMTN Foundation funds 32 entrance awards of $1500 for new nursing students

    Dec 07, 2022
    In response to the shortage of essential healthcare workers in our communities, the CMTN Foundation will provide entrance awards to all first-year nursing students for the Fall 2023 academic year.
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    Giving Tuesday Pancake Breakfast

    Nov 29, 2022
    This morning on our Terrace campus, the CMTN Foundation hosted a pancake breakfast for faculty, staff, and students for Giving Tuesday.
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    Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art Holiday Card Sale

    Nov 18, 2022
    Join the Freda Diesing students for their annual holiday art card sale and exhibition on December 2 and 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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    CMTN Alumna Spotlight: Northwest veterinarian Nicole Jamieson gives back to her community

    Nov 03, 2022
    Northwest veterinarian and CMTN alumna Nicole Jamieson reflects on her career and gives advice to new students.
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    CMTN faculty publish textbook on Indigenous perspectives in business

    Oct 27, 2022
    CMTN faculty Annette Sorensen and Scott van Dyk publish their new textbook: Indigenous Perspectives on Business Ethics and Business Law in British Columbia.
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    CMTN celebrates the legacy of Stan Bevan, Dempsey Bob & Ken McNeil

    Oct 24, 2022
    On Friday, Oct. 7, CMTN staff, students, and alumni celebrated the legacy of longtime instructors and founders of the Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art Stan Bevan, Dempsey Bob, and Ken McNeil.
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    Dr. Titi Kunkel appointed to BCCAT for three-year term

    Oct 24, 2022
    CMTN's Vice President of Students, Academic, and International Dr. Titi Kunkel is appointed to the BC Council on Admissions and Transfer for a three-year term.
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    New, free accelerated early childhood education certificate supports Kitimat families

    Oct 05, 2022
    A new accelerated program at Coast Mountain College will allow aspiring early childhood educators (ECEs) to train closer to home at no cost while meeting community needs.
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    First Nations Council Celebrates 25th Anniversary

    Sep 27, 2022
    The Coast Mountain College community is celebrating the 25th anniversary of our First Nations Council.
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  • Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art

    Sep 14, 2022
    Coast Mountain College created the Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art to honour, recognize and continue the legacy of Haida artist Freda Diesing. She was a master carver, painter, tireless educator and champion of Indigenous art and culture.
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    New Totem Pole Raised at CMTN Terrace Campus

    Sep 02, 2022
    Community members and college staff gathered Wednesday to raise a totem pole outside the new student housing building, Wii Gyemsiga Siwilaawksat (where learners are content or comfortable) at the Terrace campus of Coast Mountain College.
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    Anchors aweigh for new mobile marine classroom in Prince Rupert

    Aug 22, 2022
    A new marine classroom was launched into Prince Rupert waters, giving Coast Mountain College Students new hands-on experience in Applied Coastal Ecology. News Release by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.
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