Set across four campuses on Canada’s picturesque Vancouver Island, NIC provides small-class, hands-on education tailored to individual student growth. The college offers career-ready programs while fostering community engagement, creativity, and path-to-university opportunities in a supportive island environment.
Founded in 1975, North Island College is a public community college serving around 9,000 students annually across campuses in Courtenay, Campbell River, Port Alberni, Port Hardy, and a centre in Ucluelet. It offers 80+ full credentials—including diplomas, degrees, and certificates across areas like arts, business, health, trades, tourism, and science.