Laberge is currently enrolled in the Career and College Preparation (CCP) program at the Chetwynd Campus, and is a member of the Saulteau First Nations.
Theresa Laberge is a mature student who overcame considerable challenges to return to school. She plans to continue her studies at NLC once she receives her diploma in June 2015.
Thinking she may be “too old to return to school,” but with the encouragement of her daughter and college representatives, she signed up for CCP – a tuition-free program that allows students to achieve their Adult Dogwood Diploma or upgrade for college programs by achieving the prerequisites they need for admission.
“It is very satisfying to be able to assist someone with Theresa`s determination and tenacity who has overcome so many challenges to continue her education” said Donna Phillips, EVP Corporate Development. “I was struck by her essay and have no doubt she will succeed.”
(Left to Right) Donna Phillips, EVP Corporate Development Canbriam Energy Inc, Theresa Laberge, Aboriginal New Student Award winner, Chris King Sr., Surface Landman Canbriam Energy Inc.
Phillips went on to say “At Canbriam we take pride in the relationships we have with members of the local community and we are pleased to support educational initiatives.”
The Canbriam Energy Inc. Aboriginal New Student Award (value $1,000) is open to Aboriginal students enrolling in any full time program. Applicants must submit a one-page essay detailing their need for the award and describing their career aspirations. Deadline for applications is Sept. 20, 2015.
Canbriam Energy Inc. also sponsors five other awards at Northern Lights College:
• Health Care Assistant and Social Services Worker Diploma Award (value $1000): open to any student enrolled in full time studies in the Health Care Assistant or Social Services Worker Diploma program. Attitude, attendance and grades will factor into the selection process. Preference may be given to Aboriginal students from the Halfway River First Nation, West Moberly First Nation, or Saulteau First Nation. Deadline for applications is Jan. 25, 2015.
• Oil and Gas Field Operations Award – Aboriginal (value $1000): Open to Aboriginal students enrolled in the Oil and Gas Field Operations program. Attitude, attendance and grades will factor into the selection process. Deadline for applications is Jan. 25, 2015.
• Oil and Gas Field Operations Award (value $1000): Open to any student enrolled in the Oil and Gas Field Operations program. Attitude, attendance and grades will factor into the selection process. Deadline for applications is Jan. 25, 2015.
• Trades Award (value $1000): Open to any student enrolled in full time studies in any Trades program. Attitude, attendance and grades will factor into the selection process. Preference may be given to Aboriginal students from the Halfway River First Nation, West Moberly First Nation, or Saulteau First Nation. Deadline for applications is Jan. 25, 2015.
• University Arts and Sciences Award (value $1000): Open to any student enrolled in full time studies in the University Arts and Sciences program. Attitude, attendance and grades will factor into the selection process. Preference may be given to Aboriginal students from the Halfway River First Nation, West Moberly First Nations, or Saulteau First Nations. Deadline for applications is Jan. 25, 2015.
Student awards are administered by the NLC Foundation. For more information go to the NLC Foundation page at nlc.bc.ca or contact Donna Kane at 250-784-7613 or email dkane@nlc.bc.ca.