Staff and students organized a clothing swap at HAECC. This is the third clothing swap organized for students; they are usually organized in the winter and spring. Everyone is welcome to come and choose any clothing they wish to have – no strings attached. The clothing swap is always well represented and appreciated by all.Read More

I needed a new challenge in my life – I wanted to go out with a big “BANG” before I retire. I wanted to make a difference in my life, by helping others. It gives me a sense of gratification when I can assist in meeting the needs of an individual; to see a smile...Read More

Get a sneak peek inside of the House! The honourable member of the Canadian Parliament, Anne Minh-Thu Quach (Salaberry-Suroit), came to CVCEC and the Our House site to visit the installations, meet students and staff and learn about some of the innovative projects that are happening in our Centre. Take a look at this edition...Read More

Be your own boss! Run your own business! Take this moment to seriously consider this opportunity. Our ‘Construction Business Management Program‘ is about to start May 9th @ CVCEC in Ormstown. Tentative schedule is (Tuesday & Thursday evenings and every 2nd weekend). Give CVCEC a ring for more info: 450-829-2396Read More

Is it possible to have fun and learn outside the classroom? The Residential and Commercial Drafting students were proven so on an engaging educational activity at the Salon National de l’habitation, construction fair. Moreover, they were able to gain some bilingual field related vocabulary, while searching for clues on a “housing treasure hunt”. In this game each...Read More

Something for everyone, that’s exactly what HAECC has to offer. This year the Horticulture PLANT SALE will be on Friday, May 19th (12:00-6:00 pm) and Saturday May 20th (9:00-5:00 pm). Never been? Here is a video recap of what it looked like last year at our Open House and Plant Sale.  Come and visit our...Read More

We have planted, seeded, pruned, fertilized and lovingly tended 118 varieties of plants (4817 in all!) over the last few months as we gear up for our annual SPRING SALE. This year it is especially significant because this sale will help support our upcoming trip to San Jose de Ocoa (Dominican Republic). The picture above...Read More

We at HAECC have been trying to create a new communal library in our English class. Since before Christmas the formation générale (FG) staff has been working very hard to acquire new, and gently used books for this library project. We have gotten a very positive response from the HAECC community, and have received book...Read More

Students from the Options/Sunshine class attended the Job Fair organized by Valleyfield CLC Community Development Agent, Brooke Wilson, at Gault Institute on Thursday, March 16th. The students listened to presentations and participated in hands-on kiosks set up in the gymnasium. They also learned about Continuing Education opportunities. Some of the presenters had interactive displays –...Read More

We encourage students to complete the Landscaping Operations program as well as the Horticulture and Garden Centre Operations program. Each program has specialties yet both programs complement and complete training for an ever more demanding industry. Here is the story of Shannon DeRosier who completed both programs. “Having raised my children to where they can...Read More