In the Drafting Department we know that sharing information, experiences, opinions make us “richer”, and we do indeed implement this in our teaching methods. It was an evening at the NOVA Career Centre when 4 drafting groups met in one classroom. The senior students (guided by their teacher Allan Skazyk) just came back from their...Read More
On my first day of school, I was ecstatic to be taking the Drafting program at CVCEC. I knew design was something that really interested me; I loved the work, because I had previously received my DEP as an interior decorator from the NOVA Career Centre. I soon discovered I was the only Canadian student...Read More
Become a draftsperson in one year! The Residential and Commercial Drafting program is now being offered at CVCEC in Ormstown! The First group starts on Monday, May 16th (2016) program ends in May 2017. Monday through Friday – times: 8:00 am to 5 pm. Cost: 620$ (video above: a few of our students in the program...Read More
A small look at how drafting students are getting more equipped for their trade. Similar to the other programs offered at NOVA Career Centre, the Residential and Commercial Drafting program offers its students both theoretical, as well as hands-on learning. For the students enrolled in the drafting program, the first half of the curriculum consists...Read More
A while ago, within the module of Structural Steel Shop Drawings of the Residential and Commercial Drafting Department, a morning and an evening group visited three construction sites (Parc 3 Nord, the new building of the Neurological Department of McGill, and the upcoming St. Timothee metro station). A tour was given by teacher Domenico Papandrea, where...Read More
As you interact with us going forward you may notice 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, and follow their passion. Whether they’re exploring one of our 17...Read More
Another fun event this October, where students and staff wrapped themselves up with creative, witty and spooky attires! A few shining moments: Scariest Costume: The Joker (Dominic Laposta from Academics) Funniest Costume: The Old Man (Brandon Whitebean from Academics) Most Original Costume: The Bearded Warrior (Rebecca Legault from Interior Decorating) A special mention to Colleen...Read More
We have recently updated some of our student videos on our ‘Vocational Program’ pages. We figured lets do our own ‘Throwback Thursday’ recap of the student voice videos we had done previously. (click on the picture thumbnails to see what they had to say)Read More
Our “I Choose Me – NFSB (Continuing Education 2015)” Magazine is now on-line! You can now read the articles, watch the videos and find out about the remarkable students that have come through our Centres. Be sure to check out the augmented reality COVER (not sure how to use it? Watch the How to video to...Read More