Alumni Association NEC is characterized by its strong community and you are part of it Get involved We are looking for you! NEC Alumni Association Alumni are the woven strands of the basket that NEC is. NEC is more than a college, it is a place where Indigenous learners have achieved their own personal successes. NEC has built the confidence of thousands of learners who have become leaders in their own communities and lives. Alumni are an important part of NEC’s future. It is the stories like yours, that give others the courage to take that first step to pursue their educational dreams. Yours stories and your support will help NEC to continue the work we do for the next 55 years. How You Can be Involved You can be involved as much or as little as you like. First, we’d love to hear from you and add your name to our Alumni list so we can keep you within the NEC family! You can join our Alumni Association Quarterly meet-ups Contribute to a quarterly newsletter Invitation to attend recruitment and other events Public speaking opportunities at NEC Record your NEC experience as a video for use on social media marketing You can be on the Alumni Committee Campaign for elected Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer spots Plan and organize alumni meet-ups and events Encourage other alumni to join the association Participate in NEC fundraising events Get involved! Alumni Association Andrew Brown … Read More Ann Smith … Read More Kristy … Read More

Student Council The Student Council represents all Native Education College students, with the mission of promoting the well-being of fellow students and addressing any issues or concerns raised by its membership. All students are eligible to run for Student Council Leadership positions, which are decided by a voting system. https://youtube.com/shorts/tb8yNtUSXIs?feature=share Be a part of a team!   Every year the Student Council will host student events, community projects, fundraisers, plan the grad party and assist with other social events and cultural activities at NEC. Student Council is also in place to help with student ideas, interests, requests and concerns.  Elections for the Chief, Vice-Chief, Secretary, and Treasurer are held every September and January terms. Get involved Follow Us On Instagram @NEC_Vancouver

2023 Upcoming Info Sessions STAY IN THE KNOW! Explore our Longhouse! Learn more about the Diplomas and Certifications NEC offers and get your questions answered by attending a free information session. The decision to continue your education is a life-changing choice. Our academic advisors understand this and are committed to helping you in all steps, assisting you in making informed academic choices and developing effective education plans to meet your goals. Don’t hesitate to contact an educational advisor Complete this form to ask a question of a recruitment advisor, request an info session about more details about NEC programs, open houses, events, campus tours and important admission deadlines I want to know more Why should you choose Native Education College?   Get your certificate and/or diploma in less than 1 year Learn from highly qualified instructors and get your hands on training Free breakfast every day for students Culture and Indigenous perspective   Student counselling Student Library and Knowledge Centre

Experience culture What Makes Us Different? At NEC, our strength is having a welcoming environment where our students feel comfortable and can connect or reconnect with their roots, culture, and traditions. We have a number of cultural activities for students to participate in.  We also pride ourselves on being an inclusive and comfortable environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Everyone is welcome in the Longhouse! Read More Some of the traditional events you will see at NEC: Elders Day Winter Gathering Welcoming Ceremony Smudging Ceremony Regalia making Arts & Crafts Other traditional activities include: Button Blanket classes Cultural Arts Beading Circle Drum Making Dance Classes Be part of NEC community! know more about workshops and events See more Follow Us On Instagram @nec_vancouver

Counselling Services & Workshops for Indigenous peoples Counselling model at NEC NEC’s approach to counselling is holistic, considering the mind, heart, body, and spiritual aspects of well-being. Counselling areas that we work with: Relationship difficulties Depression / anxiety Building coping skills Suicidal thoughts Abuse in intimate relationships or adult sexual assault Survivors of childhood sexual abuse Survivors of Indian Residential Schools and/or foster care Grief and loss Counselling is open to community members in the Vancouver Coastal Health Region. Personal Counselling Our licensed counsellors provide a safe and confidential environment to help our Indigenous learners transition to student life. Meet our Team Students can drop-in or make an appointment.  Family Violence Resources Counsellor Vacant Book an Appointment Counsellor George Durocher Book an Appointment George was born and raised in Saskatoon, SK. His journey led him to Vancouver BC over 30 years ago in his youth years. Moving forward to complete years of education and training in Life Skills Coaching/Instructor, Holistic Wellness Counselling, Addictions and Clinical Counselling domains. He’s rooted in his Metis/Cree/French culture and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others with his Holistic Counselling and Life Skills Practices to guide people forward to a better self. He has over 25 years work experience in the helping/healing domains in Counselling and Coaching, as he is a registered Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC)/(RPC) Registered Professional Counsellors with (CPCA) Canadian Professional Counselling Association of Canada 2023 NEC Workshops Explore different workshops that will help you discover and develop new skills. Find out about the support and workshops available to help you succeed. Workshops and events are open to all NEC students Workshop and group offerings vary throughout the year. If you are interested in a workshop or group that is not presently offered, please contact us with your interest at gdurocher@necvancouver.org If we have sufficient interest in a workshop or group, we will offer it as soon as possible. MMIWG2S Honouring MMIWG2S event with the Wildflower Drum Group Coffee House NEC students are welcome to participate in activities that help them develop their communication, expression and confidence. Students can share songs, poetry, spoken words, acting & music. Indigenous Veterans Day Poppy-making and arts materials; open mic for poems, words, songs Stay in the know! See all events & workshops See all . Workshop topics: Coping with Anxiety & Grounding Activities Getting Things Done”: Change Process & Goal Setting Healthy Relationships, Healthy Boundaries Lateral Violence & Toolkit Ideas for Lateral Kindness Life Writing: Applications for Healing and Wellbeing Lifting the Fog: Coping with Depression Medicine Wheel Teachings Photovoice & Applications for Individual Wellness Resilience & Strength-Based Approaches to Wellness (Narrative Therapy) 7 Grandfather Teachings (Love, Courage, Humility, Honesty, Respect, Truth, Wisdom) Groups Recovery & Peer Support Circle Cultural Arts – Beading, painting, drum making

Previous Next Open Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Knowledge Centre We provide academic support services to help NEC students build their confidence with developing their study habits and preparing for a career. book an appointment The Knowledge Centre offers a number of support services including: Access to computers and internet One-on-one tutoring in literacy and numeracy Developing research skills Improving study skills Preparing resumes and cover letters  Room 213 of the NEC main campus Students can drop-in or make an appointment with the Literacy Coordinator.