I have been a cabinet maker running my own business for over 16 years.  I have enjoyed the challenges and successes of working in the trade that I love.  I was recently invited to share my skills, knowledge and passion with a group of students at the Chateauguay Valley Career Education Centre in Ormstown.  I...Read More

If you want to go to school where there’s action…then look no further because the Chateauguay Valley Career Education Centre (CVCEC) is the place for you. In just one day we have so many activities going on it’s hard to keep up.  For instance, we have Stephanie Diabo arriving at the school to do “Student for Day...Read More

WHAT IS STUDENT SUCCESS? Broadly speaking, success is when a student is able to finish the program and graduate with a DEP. However, on a daily basis, success is a regular undertaking involving dynamic relationships – between the student and the –        material being learned; –        rest of the classmates; –        CVCEC network of staff...Read More

The best part of my job is being able to assist new and existing students; ensuring their goals are met and that they each have a “success story” when they leave CVCEC. One of the greatest attributes of CVCEC is how the staff and students, together, are involved in so many activities, which creates a great and...Read More

I recently witnessed transformation of someone I’ve known for many years. Daniel Daudelin had a reputation that preceded him as early as elementary school and I saw first hand what they meant when I worked at the high school. As a kid he was perpetually in trouble and my thoughts were that his future was...Read More

We’ve spent the last year thinking about who we are. As you interact with us going forward you’ll likely see our new NFSB Continuing Education logo, or maybe a new banner or ad. What we hope you’ll see is us honouring our current and future students who find the courage to overcome obstacles, defy expectation,...Read More

After doing 10 months in the Introduction to Construction Trades course, which entailed learning the basics of welding, carpentry, electric and plumbing, I decided that the carpentry program would be the best fit for my skills. Already an accomplished carpenter and having excelled in the other trades offered by the ICT course, I had a...Read More

Who am I? What do I do? What did I study? Are three questions that I am asked on a regular basis. To be honest, I do not have a short answer. I wear a few different hats throughout the week. The hat I wear at CVCEC is that of a recreation technician, working with...Read More

We attended the Ormstown Fair as they were celebrating it’s 100 anniversary this year! We took a look around and also let families know that there is still time to apply to be one of the two families who’ll eventually get a brand new home.  Have a great summer everybody and we’ll get you update with the...Read More

Did you have a Scottish bagpiper introduce you during your graduation ceremony? Well our students did :). In this episode we attend CVCEC’s Graduation Ceremony. We get a chance to speak to a few students and staff members who explain the pride and joy felt during this momentous event in one’s academic journey. Congratulations to...Read More