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The camp runs from July 21st, 2025 to August 1st, 2025. It is entirely virtual, taking place on Zoom and Google Classroom. Here is a link to more information about the camp (FLIGHT-Atlantic) (link opens in a new tab). The camp is hosted by CISE-Atlantic (link opens in new tab).
Program Overview
In this 2-week program, youth will:
Build a tech business idea to solve a problem in their community.
Learn from professionals in STEM and Innovation as they deliver presentations and coach teams to success.
Join a one-day conference with STEM professionals as guest speakers, exploring different pathways and careers into STEM and tech entrepreneurship.
Showcase their final projects, make compelling project pitches, and take home prizes and BRAGGING RIGHTS.
Featured Workshops
Design Thinking 101
How to Research
Prototyping
Customer Surveys
Problem Definition
Graphic Design & Branding
Figma Basics
Register for FLIGHT-Atlantic here: Register on Ticketfi (linked)
If you have any questions about registration or the format of the camp, please do not hesitate to reach out to flight.camp.atlantic@gmail.com
Free Summer Discovery Centre Camps for Youth – Register NOW!
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Future of Efficiency Camp presented by Efficiency Nova Scotia
For: Girls ages 12-16 who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Colour
Cost: FREE
Interested in a cleaner, greener future through engineering? Participants will explore renewable energy, green technology, and climate solutions through workshops, special guests, and local field trips.
Dates & Location:
July 7–11 | Discovery Centre, Halifax
August 11–15 | Discovery Centre, Halifax
Register now! https://discoverycentre.campbrainregistration.com/
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Ocean Action Camp presented by Divert NS
For: Ages 11-14
Cost: FREE
Dive into ocean science and climate action! Campers will become environmental ocean champions as they explore sustainability, waste reduction, and marine ecosystems through hands-on activities and exciting challenges.
Dates & Locations:
July 21–25 | Discovery Centre, Halifax
July 28–August 1 | Douglas Street Recreation Centre, Truro
Register now! https://discoverycentre.campbrainregistration.com/
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Spots are limited—early registration is encouraged! If you’d like more information or have any questions, please reach out to camps@thediscoverycentre.ca
NSCC A'paqt Project - May Newsletter
May 2025
NSCC Nautical Institute
A’paqt (Sea) Project Update
The Nautical Institute has been busy with presentations and information booths at schools and in the community, on-campus experiences that included guests trying out the marine navigation and engineering simulators and seeing the wave tank in action, and numerous courses taking place. The Strait Area Campus held the Marine Foundations – Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (MF-SVOP) program in February. We also congratulated students who finished their coursework in April from our core programs: Bridge Watch Rating, Marine Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Management Technology and Marine Navigation Technology.
We have some exciting training opportunities coming up! From June 9 to 13, we are offering a Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) course at the NSCC Wagmatcook Learning Centre. We look forward to filling seats in our Marine Foundations – Marine Emergency Duties (MF-MED) program happening in June 18 to July 7, 2025. Also, we are offering our Marine Navigation Management Technology advanced diploma again to help Marine Navigation Technology graduates move up the ranks to management roles.
If you are interested in having a Careers at Sea presentation or information booth set up at your school or organization in the coming months to inspire and inform your students or clients, please let me know and we'd be happy to arrange a visit. Learn more about Careers at Sea.
Upcoming Program and Course Offerings
Small Vessel Operator Proficiency
June 9 to 13, 2025 | NSCC Wagmatcook Learning Centre
Gain the skills needed to safely operate small commercial vessels in near-coastal and sheltered waters, including darkness and restricted visibility. You will learn how to communicate using the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, an internationally agreed-upon set of safety procedures, equipment, and communication protocols used to increase safety. To apply, please email Theresa.Laaroussi@nscc.ca.
Marine Foundations – Marine Emergency Duties
June 18 to July 7, 2025 | NSCC Strait Area Campus
In this 3-week program, you will learn about personal survival, firefighting and marine emergency response duties associated with survival crafts and rescue boats. Completion of this program prepares you to work as an entry-level crew member or deck hand aboard commercial ships that operate in Canadian and international waters. Learn more.
Marine Navigation Management Technology
September 2025 | NSCC Strait Area Campus
If you've graduated from Marine Navigation Technology, you can advance your knowledge of the major principles of marine navigation, ship construction and stability, ship safety and operations, and advance your career as a marine navigation officer in this 1-year advanced diploma program. This program prepares you for a management-level career as a ship's navigation officer in the commercial marine industry. Learn more.
Funding Available
Through the Oceans Protection Plan, Transport Canada has partnered with NSCC to deliver training to underrepresented groups in the marine sector. To encourage diversity at sea, bursaries are available for women and Indigenous peoples who enroll in Marine programs.
Ocean Dream Award
This award program has been established to support those who are interested in and have a passion to explore a career in the marine industry. Recognizing the significant financial, social and cultural barriers that women and Indigenous peoples face when pursuing post-secondary education, this bursary will help offset educational costs, ultimately encouraging greater participation in marine training and careers. Funding will cover 90% of tuition fees.
Ocean Living Award
Women and Indigenous students who receive the Ocean Dream Award are automatically considered for additional funds through the Ocean Living Award. This award assists with living expenses (up to $10,500 or $66/day) while enrolled in a marine program. No application is required.
Empowering the Next Generation
Fully Funded Skilled Trades Training and Career Launch Program
About the Program:
Empowering the Next Generation is a national initiative funded in part by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Strategy. Operated by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, this program is designed to provide underserved youth with a barrier-free path into the skilled trades.
It specifically aims to support youth who are furthest from employment — those facing multiple barriers to entering the workforce — by offering real opportunities for skill-building, confidence development, and career connection.
By offering fully funded in-class and on-the-job training, the program addresses skills shortages, builds job readiness, and helps participants overcome systemic obstacles to employment. It emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion while offering hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications to support long-term career success.
Participation in this program does not require joining the union. There is no obligation for participants to become members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters unless they choose to pursue that pathway after program completion.
The only requirement is a commitment to fully participate in and complete the 8-week program.
Program Highlights:
4 weeks of in-class training (30 hours/week at provincial minimum wage, varies by location)
4 weeks of paid on-the-job training ($25/hour for participants; employers receive an additional $5.38/hour to offset costs)
Full professional tool kit and PPE provided to all participants
Travel assistance (mileage reimbursement or transit passes)
Childcare support ($25/day during training and work placement)
Earn industry-recognized certifications (First Aid, WHMIS, Fall Protection, etc.)
In-Class Training Location:
Carpenter Millwright College (CMC) – Nova Scotia Campus
1000 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville, NS B4E 0C2
Who Can Apply?
Youth aged 15–30 years
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Legally entitled to work in Canada
Committed to completing the full 8-week program (training + placement)
What's Included in the Free Tool Kit?
Includes essential tools, safety gear, and workwear:
Tools: Tool belt, tape measure, hammer, nail puller, torpedo level, quick square, framing square, utility knife, adjustable wrench, linesman pliers
Safety Gear: Hard hat (with lanyard), gloves, safety glasses, high-visibility vest
Workwear: Long-sleeve shirt, CSA-approved work boots
Priority Groups Encouraged to Apply:
The program is inclusive of all eligible youth, with a focus on supporting the following priority groups:
Racialized youth
Indigenous youth
Youth with disabilities
2SLGBTQI+ youth
Newcomer youth
📩 Apply or Learn More:
🚨 Immediate Opportunity:
We are currently looking for 8 participants to start this program on May 19th.
If you are interested, apply as soon as possible — spaces are limited and filling quickly!
Email: engp@ubcja.ca
Or contact: Adrian Peddle at apeddle@ubcja.ca | 902-824-6536
You can also scan the QR code below to access the participant application form directly.
Upcoming Courses or Training
Marine Foundations - Small Vessel Operator Proficiency | Programs | NSCC
A'paqt Information Session | NSCC (Marine/Nautical, Recruitment Info Session in Port Hawkesbury)