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The College of New Caledonia (CNC) is a publicly-funded post-secondary
institution. It was established in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada in
1969, and has since expanded across central British Columbia, with campuses in
Prince George, Quesnel, Mackenzie, Burns Lake, Valemount, Fort St. James, Fraser
Lake and Vanderhoof.
CNC enrolls about 5,000 students each year (all
campuses) in approximately 90 distinct programs in business and management,
community and continuing education, health sciences, adult basic education /
upgrading, trades and industry, social services, and technologies.
As
well, CNC offers university-level classes leading to degrees and professional
programs in many subjects, with excellent transferability to universities in BC,
Alberta, and elsewhere.
For detailed enrollment statistics, visit the
CNC Fast Facts page.
College region
CNC serves a large area of
north-central BC -- approximately 117,500 square kilometres, or 12% of the
province. The region's population is about 145,000, and it encompasses three
school districts: #28 (Quesnel), #57 (Prince George), and #91 (Nechako
Lakes).
Mission Statement
The College of New Caledonia, as a
comprehensive college, provides access to lifelong learning and facilitates the
achievement of personal and educational goals. We are responsive to the diverse
needs of our students, our employees, and the communities in our region. In the
dynamic, consultative environment, we deliver quality programs and promote the
success of every student.
Coat of Arms
The College received
its Coat of Arms in an historic joint ceremony with the City of Prince George in
1996.
Coats of Arms are grants of honour from the Crown. Symbols used in
the design represent unique features of the College and its region. Elements
from an earlier College "crest" form an important part of this new
design.
Shield of Arms: The "Y" in the Shield represents the confluence
of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers at Prince George, where the College was first
established. On the "Y" are five Cross Crosslets, taken from the Coat of Arms of
Simon Fraser - the explorer who gave the region its early name of New Caledonia,
later adopted by the College. The number Five honours the original School
Districts which helped to establish the College and also represents the five
main campuses of the College today. At the top of the Shield is an Open Book, a
traditional symbol of learning.
Crest (above the shield): A closed Helmet
means the wearer is "ready for battle." Above the Helmet is a gold Coronet or
crown, a link to the royally named City of Prince George. The Coronet is rimmed
with Pine Cones, representing the forests of the region. At the top is a Beaver,
an animal associated with diligence and in an historical context, symbolic of
the early fur trade of the region and its native heritage.
Supporters: On
either side of the Shield are Supporters, chosen from animals indigenous to the
region. On the left is a Bear wearing a blue collar and pendant disc on which is
displayed a Pair of Dividers, representing Design and Technical Studies. On the
right is a Fox, wearing a disc on which is displayed a Lamp of
Learning.
College Colours: Blue ("loyalty and achievement") and Gold
("prosperity").
Motto: "Toujours la Verite" (The truth always). The
motto is in French, in recognition of the bilingual nature of our
country.
Badge and Flag: Both the Badge and Flag have a Cross Crosslet,
taken from the Shield. The Cross Crosslet is surrounded by a golden sun or Sun
in Splendor. This represents the light of learning. It also associates the
College with the Province of British Columbia, which has a Sun in Splendor on
its Coat of Arms. |
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