🔬 Today we recognize the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Women are advancing applied science across Canada. Today serves as a reminder that gender equality and equitable access to all fields of study are fundamental. When barriers are reduced, everyone benefits. 📚 buff.ly/QgNyICx

The NACC PSW Program offers accredited, hands-on training, including palliative & dementia care, giving learners practical, job-ready skills. Graduates can work in hospitals, long-term care, home care, and more. Learn: buff.ly/gVFxZ0y #PSW #Regulatedcarecollege #NACC

📢 NACC’s Leading Forward 2026 events are coming! Join to strengthen leadership, compliance, and student support: 💰 Financial Aid in Action – Mar 19 ♿ Supporting Student Accommodations & Accessibility – Apr 23 📚 Compliance and Campus Excellence – May 21 📋 Learn & register: buff.ly/CB6YXf5 #NACC

A heartfelt thank you to our Platinum Sponsors (Gale Force Wins, Great Exposure, Oxford International Education Group, Generation Marketing Inc., Enriched Academy, Placement Pass by ParaMed, Orbund LLC, and Higher Education Marketing) for their continued support in shaping the future of education.

📢 NACC 2026 National Conference is now accepting session proposals! Join us Oct 25–27 in Ottawa to share your expertise and shape career-focused education. 🗓 Deadline: March 15, 2026. Submit proposal here: buff.ly/gvPBAzG #NACC #2026NACCNationalConference

🎓 Student success is more than enrollment—it’s about support, guidance, and connection. Regulated career colleges help students stay confident, engaged, and on track, providing guidance and removing barriers at every step. 🎥 Watch to learn more: buff.ly/rYc4rx7 #StudentSuccess #NACC

🎓 Regulated career colleges put students first! From upskilling to vocational rehab, they provide personalized, life-changing support. Ricardo Davidson shares how training removes barriers, rebuilds confidence, and shows setbacks don’t define your future. 🎥 Watch now: buff.ly/BQVGcGD #NACC

🚢 1 week to go! College leaders, join NACC’s webinar on Feb 10, 11 AM ET, with Lt-Cmdr Chris Elliott to explore Royal Canadian Navy careers 🇨🇦. Learn paid pathways, career alignment, grants & more. ⚓Register: buff.ly/7SQ4c3V #CareerintheNavy #NACC

Regulated career colleges help students succeed in Canada’s healthcare system with practical, hands-on training. In Medical Office Administration programs, students gain both admin and clinical skills. Hear from Varshini Siva on how they get career-ready! 🎥 Watch here: buff.ly/rIDfT2Z #NACC

💻 New Skills. Real Credentials. Career-Ready Fast. NACC partners with CompTIA to launch the CompTIA Essentials Series —short, affordable (4–8 hrs, $50) courses in AI, cloud, business, soft skills & more. 📩 To learn more, contact Gary Mofford at [email protected] or click here: buff.ly/B3gkISI

Today’s Featured Playlist from the EdUp Canada Podcast: Sea of Opportunities, a powerful series in which we sat down with over 15 voices from the Royal Canadian Navy, live from the North Atlantic! We explored life at sea, career pathways, life after service, and more 💡Learn More: buff.ly/cgduXzC

🏠 Offer NACC’s Home Support Worker Program and train workforce-ready graduates! Hybrid-ready, practicum-based, and developed by experts, this curriculum prepares students for in-demand care careers. 💡 Colleges must be NACC members. 🔗 Membership: buff.ly/GlzYbUu 🔗 Program: buff.ly/xbIBgLl #NACC

💡 Today's featured podcast playlists include: ➡️ Discover the EdUp Canada Podcast: buff.ly/ChEiTeL ➡️ Explore the "Policy & Government" playlist: buff.ly/8yC3ZbA ➡️ Explore the "Military & Veterans" playlist: buff.ly/rQwy1jH ➡️ Explore the "Leaders in Career Education" playlist: buff.ly/fUzm09i

Canada’s cybersecurity workforce is growing fast. COPS projects 15,900 new cybersecurity specialist jobs by 2033. Our latest NACC blog explores how regulated career colleges deliver hands-on, job-ready training to help students close the skills gap. 💻 Read the full blog: buff.ly/BkoXmpq #NACC

💡 Today’s featured playlist: Tech & Innovation. Explore conversations on digital transformation, emerging tech, and innovation in education and industry — featuring leaders shaping Canada’s workforce and economy. 🎧 Listen here: buff.ly/mqyjdU9 #NACC

Canada could face a shortage of 100,000+ nurses by 2030, according to the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions, showing the urgent need for skilled healthcare professionals. Our blog post shows how RCC's are helping meet this demand through hands-on, job-ready training. 📖 Read more: buff.ly/RK5TLXt

🎧 Discover your favourite episodes on the rebranded EdUp Canada Podcast website. Explore curated playlists by theme and find related conversations—all in one place. 🎙️Explore the Future of Healthcare playlist today: buff.ly/4bYJEGl #EdUpCanadaPodcast #NACC

💡 Did you know? About 700,000 skilled trades workers are expected to retire in Canada by 2028. Our latest blog post shows how career colleges deliver hands-on, job-ready training to keep the workforce strong. 🔧 Read the full post: buff.ly/viPM9Cq #StartStrong2026 #SkilledTrades #NACC

🎧 Our rebranded EdUp Canada Podcast website makes it easier to find episodes by theme with new playlist topics: simple and organized. 🔨 Today's featured playlist: Building Canada’s Trades. 👉 Listen & explore: buff.ly/ChEiTeL #SkilledTrades #EdUpCanada #NACC

⏰ Countdown ends tomorrow! Join Leading Forward: Elevating the Admissions Team on Jan 22, 2026. Learn from Lexington Maximus, admissions expert with 35+ yrs experience, in The Inner Art of Admissions session. View the agenda and register now: buff.ly/rCz34U3 #LeadingForward #NACC

💡 Did you know? Canada will have 15,900 new Cybersecurity Specialist jobs by 2033. Regulated career colleges give students hands-on training and real-world experience, preparing them to fill the skills gap and build resilient IT careers. 💻 Check out NACC’s new blog here: buff.ly/RK5TLXt #NACC

⏳ Only 2 days to go! Join us Jan 22 for Leading Forward: Elevating the Admissions Team, a half-day virtual session for admissions leaders focused on smarter recruitment and stronger teams. 👉 View the presenter's details, agenda, and register here: buff.ly/rCz34U3 #LeadingForward #NACC

Only 4 days to go! ⏳ Join us Jan 22, 2026 for Leading Forward: Elevating the Admissions Team, a half-day virtual session for admissions leaders focused on smarter recruitment, strong teams, and practical leadership strategies. Register now: buff.ly/axy0XXI #LeadingForward #NACC

🎯 Master AI-Enhanced Business Management! Gain hands-on experience with AI tools, build analytical and problem-solving skills, learn AI ethics and compliance, and prepare for careers like HR, marketing, and supply chain management. Learn more: buff.ly/aICCtZ6 #NACC #AppliedAI

A NACC survey shows 30% of students are hired within 1 month, 13% within 3. Hear from Dean Croft, an instructor at The Automotive Training Centre, who shares how trade certification & hands-on training prepare students at regulated career colleges to launch careers in autobody. ✨ buff.ly/b652dMm

⏳ Only 8 days to go! Join us Jan 22, 2026, for Leading Forward: Elevating the Admissions Team – a half-day virtual session for admissions leaders. Learn smarter recruitment, build the right team, and apply leadership habits to boost enrolment. View the agenda and register: buff.ly/axy0XXI #NACC

🎯 Start Strong 2026! At regulated career colleges, skilled instructors guide autobody students with hands-on training and real-world skills. Meet Malik Ramjus from ATC Surrey as he prepares for a successful career. Watch his journey: buff.ly/BeVFT6C #StartStrong2026 #NACC

💡 A NACC survey reveals that 34% of students in regulated career colleges are hired by their practicum or co-op employers! ✨ Watch a former student gain hands-on skills through an 8-month co-op and see how career-focused pathways lead to in-demand careers: buff.ly/AI1KvCf #StartStrong2026 #NACC

💡 43% of students enroll in regulated career colleges to change careers or start a new one. Meet Ntokozo Moyo, who returned to school to follow her passion for tech, gaining skills, confidence, and career readiness. ✨ Watch: buff.ly/ggbbgrm #StartStrong2026 #NACC

🎯 Only 10 days to go! Join us Jan 22 for Leading Forward: Elevating the Admissions Team—a half-day virtual session for senior admissions leaders focused on smarter recruitment, building strong teams, and practical leadership strategies. 🔗Learn more here: buff.ly/Z9ufAme #LeadingForward #NACC

Last week, we shed light on the healthcare sector of regulated career colleges and released a new NACC blog highlighting how these programs prepare students with hands-on skills and real-world experience. 💻 Read the full blog here: buff.ly/TlB0bQV #StartStrong2026 #HealthcareEducation #NACC

🎯 Start Strong 2026: Real Skills. Real Futures! Muhammad, a CSTN student at triOS College, gained hands-on skills, co-op experience & confidence to pursue cybersecurity—all thanks to supportive, inclusive, career-focused programs. ✨ Watch more: buff.ly/UMlYsTP #StartStrong2026 #StartStrongTech

New NACC survey reveals that 85% of students rely on loans, grants, or scholarships. In this video, Riley Brett gained hands-on training, instructor support & practicum experience in dental assisting, building skills & confidence for a healthcare career. 🎥 buff.ly/xP1i7IQ #StartStrong2026 #NACC

🎯 Start Strong 2026 highlights how regulated career colleges help students gain hands-on training, real skills, and career-ready outcomes. This video features Oreen Beder sharing her journey in healthcare at triOS College. 🎥 Watch now: buff.ly/2nvaWtO #StartStrong2026 #NACC

New NACC survey conducted by Nanos research reveals that 80% of employed career college graduates are working in roles directly or somewhat related to their field of study. CEO Michael Sangster shares his vision, while highlighting the tangible impact of career-focused education. buff.ly/E4mZSzp

🎉 Happy New Year from NACC! 🎉 As we welcome 2026, it’s a time for fresh beginnings, new opportunities, and growth. Let’s embrace the year ahead by starting stronger, together. 💛 From all of us at NACC, here’s to a successful and inspiring 2026! #StartStrong2026 #HappyNewYear2026 #NACC

🌊 As The EdUp Canada Podcast: Sea of Opportunities comes to a close, thank you for joining us on this journey. With gratitude to the Royal Canadian Navy and our guests for sharing powerful stories of service and leadership, and to our listeners for your incredible support. 🎧 buff.ly/LBofxYC

📊 New NACC survey conducted by Nanos Research shows that many career college grads are building healthcare careers. 81% work in roles related to their training, 34% hired from the practicum. Hands-on training prepares PSWs with skills & confidence for real-world care. 🎥 buff.ly/jicXw9U #NACC

📊 New NACC survey conducted by Nanos Research shows that grads with tech & digital skills are entering the workforce fast, highlighting hands-on training & upskilling. 🎥 Watch: buff.ly/DdZfakW #NACC

🎙️ The final episode of EdUp Canada Podcast: Sea of Opportunities is live! Host Michael Sangster speaks with Lt. Jordan Monroe, a 16-year veteran of the RCN, about life at sea, leadership, and the transferable skills developed through service. ⚓Listen: buff.ly/KofPl9Q #NACC

While many pause for the holidays, emergency responders and service workers remain on duty so others can step away. Your work keeps communities running. Thank you for showing up. #EmergencyResponders #ServiceWorkers #WithAppreciation

🎙️ New EdUp Canada Podcast! MP Garnett Genuis joins host Michael Sangster to discuss youth unemployment, the skills gap, and why career colleges matter. From the 80% employment rate to changes in student aid, this episode rethinks what makes a “good” career. 🎧 buff.ly/HFf13XR #EdUpCanadaPodcast

🎓 Regulated career colleges prepare students for meaningful careers through hands-on training, real-world experience, and industry-aligned programs. Flexible learning options and practical internships help graduates stand out in today’s workforce. ▶️ Watch to learn more: buff.ly/YY6e15h #NACC

🎙️ New episode of the EdUp Canada Podcast! Host Michael Sangster chats with PO1 Anthony Hickey aboard HMCS St. John’s about his 21-year Navy journey, leading sailors, life at sea, deployments, family support, and reaching the pinnacle as Above Water Warfare Director. 🔊 buff.ly/AvftjGy #NACC

🎙️ New episode of the EdUp Canada Podcast! Host Michael Sangster chats with Lt(N) Buxton, Weapons Officer aboard HMCS St. John’s, about his journey from 19-year-old recruit to senior operations officer, Navy career insights, leadership, and life at sea. 🔊 buff.ly/Cznzbxu #EdUpCanadaPodcast

🎙️ Episode 16 of the EdUp Canada Podcast: Sea of Opportunities is live! ⚓Host Michael Sangster speaks with Sailor First Class Langsford, Naval Communicator aboard HMCS St. John’s, on his journey from healthcare to a 21-year Navy career 🌊 🎧 Listen now: buff.ly/DLf0MTU #SeaOfOpportunities #NACC

⚓Episode 15 of the Sea of Opportunities series is live! Host Michael Sangster speaks with Sailor First Class Scott, a Marine Technician aboard HMCS St. John’s, on building a skilled trades career from scratch - no experience needed. 🔊 Listen now: buff.ly/D9f1SOX 🎧All episodes: buff.ly/LBofxYC

Learners don’t choose career colleges because they’re looking for shortcuts. They choose education that works. Nanos Research data shows 42% of learners are raising children while studying. That’s why flexibility and career-aligned programs matter. 60% of graduates are employed within three months.

🎓 Applied AI Programs now open for 2026! NACC, with Mujo Learning Systems, offers two 1,000-hour programs—Applied AI Business Management & Applied AI Digital Marketing. Turnkey, industry-aligned, and certification-ready. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/O2ael7K #NACC #MujoLearningSystems

New episode#14 of Sea of Opportunities! Petty Officer 2nd Class Foulon shares 17 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, managing complex communications and maintaining family connections across the globe. 🔊 Listen: buff.ly/cfmtjht #NACC