NSCC Pictou

09/08/2026

Welcome to NSCC, first‑year students! Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter - one filled with learning, connection and the chance to shape your future in meaningful ways.

Orientation is your opportunity to explore your campus, meet your faculty, connect with classmates and get familiar with the supports available to help you thrive. Take your time, ask questions and settle in. We’re so glad you chose NSCC. 💙

09/04/2026

Excited to see all the new students on Tuesday! Please check your NSCC email for more details!

Orientation is just around the corner! As a new NSCC student, Orientation can help you prepare for a great year ahead.

1️⃣ Meet your faculty
2️⃣ Explore your campus
3️⃣ Explore the supports and services available to you
4️⃣ And so much more!

Check your NSCC email for your campus schedule or visit nscc.ca/orientation for more details.

09/04/2026

Please note: Pictou Campus will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day.

👉NEW student orientation starts on Tuesday, September 8. Arrive at 9am.
👉NEW and RETURNING students attend on Wednesday, September 9 for regularly scheduled class.

See MyNSCC for your class schedule. Check your NSCC email for a complete schedule for orientation.

09/03/2026

Orientation starts next week! 🎉

👉NEW students start on Tuesday, September 8 and are asked to arrive by 9am! The best entrance for arrival is our D-Wing which is accessible by the entrance around the back of the school. A welcome assembly will happen starting at 9am and afterwards you'll go with your faculty for your program orientation! The rest of the day will be filled with a free lunch (provided by your Student Association), information booths and back to class!

👉Wednesday, September 9 is for NEW and RETURNING students! Attend your regularly scheduled class and then join us at the ballpark for our Staff v. Students ballgame along with free pizza! Bring your baseball bat or glove, if you have them! Life-size games for those not interested in team sports.

👉Thursday, September 10 is for NEW and returning students with everyone going to their regularly scheduled class. A popcorn and music in the commons program will happen at 12pm in the A-Wing Learning Commons.

👉Friday, September 11 is a regular class day for all students.

Can't wait to meet everyone NEW and see our returning students next week! Check your NSCC email for more information!

08/31/2026

CUA $10K in a day giveaway winners will each receive $1000 to help pay for school! Enter at https://www.cua.com/en/personal/banking/additional-services/student-banking/10k-in-a-day-2026. Contest closes on September 10 at 11:59am!

We’re giving away $10K (that’s right, $10,000!) to help students pay for their tuition!
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If you’re studying at a post-secondary institution within Nova Scotia, you can enter for a chance to win. Online ballots are open now until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

On Friday, September 11, ten lucky students will become our 2026 $10K in a Day Giveaway winners and will each receive a $1,000 cheque to help pay for school.

ENTER NOW at cua.com/10K

08/28/2026

If you're planning to park on Campus, you'll need a parking pass!

Step one: Fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/fd8yzp4b

Step two: Stop by the Business Office to pay for your pass ($40) and pick it up!

Step three: Display it in your car!

For more information call 902-752-2002.

08/26/2026

Be sure to check out Pictou County Transit if you need a way to get to Campus! Visit https://pctransit.ca/ for more information on routes and fares.

08/26/2026

08/24/2026

Go to nscc.ca/bookstore to login and view your Personalized Booklist! 📖 Login using your W #.nscc.ca and your NSCC password.

Personalized Booklists are tailored to you, displaying only what you need for your courses!

Visit your campus bookstore in-person or online to prepare for your studies.

Pictou Campus bookstore hours are: Monday-Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM. Phone: 902-752-2566 or Email: [email protected]. The Bookstore is located in C-154 near the main entrance and the gym.