College of New Caledonia

Prince George

Also known as the “base camp of the north”, Prince George is well known for outdoor activities all year round.

• Mountain bike the Pidherny Bike Routes, and hike the intricate trail system of Forests for the World.
• Cross Country Ski at Caledonia Nordic Ski Club, and ice skate the outdoor ice oval.
• Take part in local events such as the ColdSnap Music Festival, Summerfest, Winterfest, local Farmers’ Market, and BCNE.
• Shop in local boutiques downtown, or in the Pine Centre Mall.
• Dine at many local restaurants, pubs, breweries, and the local winery.
• Cheer on local sports teams, including the Spruce Kings (BCHL) and the Cougars (WHL).

Quesnel

Located right along the Fraser river, Quesnel is an incredible place for hiking, biking, and walking.

• Visit Barkerville Historic Town and the Cariboo Corn Maze.
• Downhill ski at Troll Ski Resort.
• Hike and mountain bike through many popular trail systems, including Dragon Mountain and Wonderland Trail.
• Take part in local events including Billy Barker Days, Festival of the Performing Arts, Quesnel Tillicum Society Memorial Pow Wow, SkyFest, and weekly Farmers’ Markets.
• Dine at many local restaurants and enjoy the local brewery.

Burns Lake

Also referred to as Lakes District, Burns Lake campus is surrounded by three beautiful lakes for swimming, kayaking, or fishing.

• Mountain bike on over 90kms of trails in the Boer Mountain Trail Network.
• Explore the Tweedsmuir Provincial Park
• Take part in community events including the annual 1000 Yard Shot and the 2nd largest National Indigenous People’s Day celebration in the province.
• Hike many popular trails including the Nourse Creek Trail and the Evenshen Nature Trail.

Fort St. James

Located right on Stuart Lake, Fort St James is a quaint town boasting incredible views and outdoor activities.

• Walk the loop beginning at Cottonwood Park, following the waterfront along Lakeshore Drive.
• Take part in local community events, including the annual night market, Santa Clause Parade, Music on the Mountain Festival, and regular Farmers’ Markets.
• Hike popular trail networks including Mount Dickenson and Mount Pope.
• Downhill ski at the Murray Ridge Ski Hill, and enjoy the Caledonia Classic Dog Sled Races.
• Explore the town and take in the National Historic Site, Spirit Square, and Goodwin Park.

Mackenzie

Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and rivers, Mackenzie is a place where connecting to nature is as simple as walking out the front door.

• Cross Country Ski one of the 30 kms of trails around the Mackenzie Golf Club and the John Dahl Regional Park.
• Downhill Ski at Powder King Mountain Resort, known for annual snowfall of 41 ft and incredible terrain.
• Hike some of the many popular trails including Bijoux Falls, Whiskers Point, and Tudyah Lake.
• Snowmobile up Morfee Mountain to “touch the clouds” and take in amazing lake views.
• Swim, kayak and fish on Williston Lake or McLeod Lake

Vanderhoof

Vanderhoof is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living, and employment
opportunities.

• Enjoy the sauna at the Aquatic Centre, ice skating in the Vanderhoof Arena, and famous baked goods from Bakkerij Lobelle Bakery.
• Hike and mountain bike a number of popular trail networks, including the Heritage Nature Trail, WL McLeod Wetland Trail, and Rip’n the North Bike Park.
• Tour the Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre and the Vanderhoof Community Museum.
• Take in local community events including the BC Rodeo, regular Farmers’ Markets, the Wild Goose Chase, the Stoney Creek Elders Fishing Derby,
  Concerts in the Park, and the Hooterville Hoot.

In addition to general admission requirements, specific program requirements or course pre-requisites must be met in order to qualify for admission. Admission into many of our programs may be met with a Student Readiness Assessment.

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Applications for domestic students is $40.

Step 1: Find your program 

-view all available programs and courses online.

Step 2: Apply

-Apply online at cnc.bc.ca/apply

Step 3: Submit Documentation 

-Once you’ve applied, the Admissions team will contact you with next steps.

-Make sure you submit your high school transcript.

Prince George Campus Housing

Campus Housing policies have been updated with new priority guidelines giving priority to first-year students, Indigenous students, and students with support needs in housing selection. These changes are aimed at enhancing the quality and accessibility of on-campus living for all students.

Nahoonai-a

Also located on the Prince George Campus, and named by Lehidli T’enneh First Nation Elder Josie Paul, this 12-bed building is called Nahoonai-a, which means “to find” or “to discover”. This building is the first of its kind in the province, designed like a house, to accommodate Indigenous Students from across the region in a supportive, culturally safe, and traditional manner.

Visit our campus housing page to find the most up-to-date information on campus housing fees and application information.

Our Accessibility Services team is committed to helping CNC students with disabilities succeed in their studies.

Accessibility Services assists with ensuring you have equal access to educational opportunities by working with you to reduce barriers in the educational setting.

More information about our services can be found by clicking the link below.

The Aboriginal Resource Centre (ARC) at CNC Prince George offers culturally safe support and services to Indigenous students. ARC staff work closely with communities to provide relevant programs, a welcoming drop-in study space, and encouragement through every step. ARC also supports the Dream Hunters Aboriginal Student Club, fostering connection and community on campus.

The Staff at ARC provides moral support, encouragement and “a friendly listening post” to Aboriginal students whenever possible.”

The Aboriginal Resource Guide can provide a breakdown of services for students at each of our campuses.

The College of New Caledonia welcomes students from around the world with popular programs like Business Management, Associate Degrees in Arts and Sciences, Web and Graphic Design and more. International Academic Advisors assist with academic planning, study permits, visas, and post-graduate work permits. CNC proudly celebrates cultural diversity year-round.

Completed High School with equivalent of BC Grade 12 with English 12 [Minimum C Grade]; or have a minimum TOEFL score of 80 (IBT), an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent as determined by College of New Caledonia or have completed CNC’s English for Academic Purposes