North Island College is marking its 50th anniversary with a three-month digital celebration, to reflect on its journey, connect with North Island communities and inspire future students.

The college has launched a dedicated website landing page that covers history from the past five decades.

The information also forms the basis of an exhibit celebrating the school’s past and its future, which will be visiting NIC’s different campuses this fall.

Some of the highlights include a timeline with historical moments like the early days when NIC operated out of a portable trailer, converted school buses, even a former whaling vessel, and NIC's Indigenization work being honoured by Maclean’s magazine.

There are also features on alumni, research like the work of the Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation (CARTI), the Youth Academy, community partners like ElderCollege, and more.

The college began in May 1975 as part of a provincial initiative to expand post-secondary education.

To learn more, visit North Island College.