We have a bonus episode! Chase is so excited to show the world his new Habitat for Humanity, LEED certified (eco-friendly) home built by students and staff from CVCEC and our other partners. We said “Chase you be our host and take everyone on a tour”. When you have a few moments you can consult the...Read More
The day we have all been waiting for is finally here… Stacey and Chase get the keys to their new home. In this episode, we celebrate the official Habitat for Humanity – Key Ceremony event. Our partners from the municipality of Ormstown, Ecohabitation and countless others join our teachers, staff and students to witness this life-changing...Read More
We had a day full of joy, a few tears, happiness and pride. Along with Habitat pour l’humanité Québec, the municipality of Ormstown, Écohabitation, our countless other partners, teachers, staff, students and volunteers – this morning we took part in the ‘Key Ceremony’ and officially handed over the keys to Stacey and her son Chase. Thank you to...Read More
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. – (Margaret Mead) Would you : raise at least $500, take a day off of work, do some free construction work (which is also a new experience for you) on the home of a complete...Read More
Our Quebec team had the opportunity to experience 10-days in San Jose de Ocoa (Dominican Republic) along with 8 NFSB students (5 students in Health, Assistance & Nursing / 3 students in Home Care Assistance), in addition 3 teachers from Georgian College came with us. Our students had the chance to apply for this experience...Read More
Computerized manikins as a training tool, is very engaging for students to gain realistic simulation experiences to better prepare for the workforce. Our health care teachers and Centre Director from CVCEC received a grant to visit Yukon College to learn more about the effectiveness of using simulation experiences in health education. Read More
In mid-June, we had the privilege of having students from Melissa’s Sunshine Camp visit our school. The day was full of laughter and fun. Melissa’s Sunshine Camp is a non-profit organization based out of our Huntingdon Centre, HAECC, which works with people 21-years and over who have an intellectual or physical disabilities living in the Haut-Saint-Laurent region....Read More
Students from Harmony Elementary School had the chance to visit our Nova and CVCEC Centres and experience hands-on activities for every trade!Read More
John Hodges, carpentry teacher at CVCEC, was awarded a Certificate of Recognition at this year’s Gala Reconnaissance du Haut-Saint-Laurent. Community has always been a big part of John’s teaching inside and outside the classroom. John has helped build book houses for each municipality in the Haut-Saint-Laurent and he is part of the Habitat for Humanity...Read More
