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News and updates

Updates from ACTC-INC and our education partners, including the international department newsletter at Coast Mountain College.

From the bulletin board

Cover of the CMTN International newsletter featuring the Terrace campus career fair
April 22, 2025

A successful career fair at the Terrace campus

On March 13, students converged on Waap Amgam for the annual Career Fair. More than 20 businesses and organizations set up tables to talk about employment opportunities and support, and students filled the halls for the entire three hours.

Three people in outdoor gear examining something together on a rocky beach
November 17, 2024

International program focus: post-graduation work permits

Some programs at Coast Mountain College allow you to apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) after graduating. Eligibility requirements are listed on the IRCC official website.

A smiling student in a sari at the Diwali celebration on campus
November 17, 2024

Celebrating Diwali at CMTN

The Smithers campus was full of joy and bright colours for Diwali, with traditional dances and foods, lit candles and rangoli decorations.

Two students presenting to a group in a bright campus atrium
November 17, 2024

A clash of minds: the third annual Business Case Competition

Students from multiple campuses reviewed a fictional business case, analyzed it, and presented their recommendations to the judges at the Terrace campus.

Cover of the CMTN International newsletter featuring Halloween at Coast Mountain College
November 17, 2024

All Hallow's Eve: Halloween at Coast Mountain College

A spooky scavenger hunt, pumpkin carving, haunting storytelling from First Nations Elders, and a costume competition for students and staff.

Pride Month poster from Coast Mountain College with a rainbow flag
July 4, 2024

CMTN commemorates Pride Month

CMTN celebrates the history, resilience and achievements of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, a call to honour inclusivity, diversity and respect.

A demonstration on the lawn at Coast Mountain College's 50th anniversary event
May 17, 2024

CMTN Smithers campus welcomes new students for spring intake

New international students joined the Smithers campus for the spring intake, with orientation and welcome events across the region.

Students and staff in conversation at a campus information session
May 17, 2024

IRCC changes off-campus work hours for international students

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada updated the off-campus work hours rules for international students. Check the IRCC website for the current limits.

Earlier entries

July 4, 2024

Practical Nursing program opens to international student applications

CMTN is on track to bring the Practical Nursing Diploma Program back, pending final approval from the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, with classes commencing in October. Most components of the two-year program run in a scheduled online format.

July 4, 2024

CMTN celebrates the graduating class of 2024

Convocation ceremonies for the Terrace and Prince Rupert campuses took place on June 7th and 14th, honouring graduates from the Business, Arts, Science, Health and Social Services, and Trades programs.

May 17, 2024

CMTN program focus: Early Childhood Care and Education

A look at the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) program, one of the college's options for international students.

May 17, 2024

What I wish I knew: international students share their top tips

International students at CMTN share the advice they wish they had before coming to northwest BC.

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