Nahoonai-a Aboriginal Student Housing
The Campus Housing facilities at CNC are conveniently located only steps away from the main entrance to the school. We offer quick access to classes, affordability, and a central location close to shopping, transportation, recreation, and forest trails. Our housing community shapes the feel of each new academic year.
Contact
Student Life and Housing
- Prince George
- +1 250-561-5849
- 250-561-5882
Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Weekends & Statutory Holidays CLOSED
Community Advisors Office
- Prince George
Weekends: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Important Dates
Deadline: Apply to Campus Housing for Fall Semester
Applications Open: Apply to Campus Housing for Fall Semester
Applications Open: Apply to Campus Housing for Intersession Semester
See Also
Application Deadlines
Please be advised that applications are subject to room availability per term, and room assignments are not guaranteed.
Fall Arrival
August and September
- Applications Open – January 15th
- Application and Extension Form Deadline – April 15th
- Room Offer Start – June
Spring Arrival
January
- Applications Open – September 15th
- Application and Extension Form Deadline – October 15th
- Room Offer Start – December
Intersession Arrival
May and June
- Applications Open – December 15th
- Application and Extension Form Deadline – February 15th
- Room Offer Start – March
Mid-Semester Arrival
Trades Programs
- Room offers for Trades programs that start mid-term or are 14 weeks or less are handled on a case-by-case basis, per room availability.
Lengths of Stay
Nahoonai-a is designed as a culturally safe, supportive, traditional community experience.
Students may stay in Nahoonai-a for a maximum of one year. After that, students may apply to the Main Building. In some special cases where students need to extend their stay for special program dates, weekly rates may apply. Students are required to pay a term in advance to secure a room.
Stay per Week
Sunday to Saturday for 1-14 weeks
Best for:
- Trades students
- Programs that begin earlier or extend beyond regular term dates
Stay per Term
- September to December (Fall term)
- January to April (Spring term)
- Maximum of 16 weeks
- Can apply to extend to “Stay per Academic Year”
Stay per Academic Year
From September to April (34 weeks)
- Keep your room open through the December break between semesters
- Secures the same room for both terms
Nahoonai-a Application Criteria
Priority 1
(Students who apply by the application deadline)
- First-year CNC students registered full-time with an out-of-town address.
- First-year CNC students registered full-time with a local address.
To apply for Nahoonai-a Housing, students must additionally provide:
- Proof of Indigenous Ancestry
- A Letter of Support
The Letter of Support must come from the student’s Nation’s Education Coordinator, Youth Care Worker, or a community representative (this is not limited to a representative from the student’s Nation; it can be a schoolteacher, etc.) and should detail the student’s need for additional support, including challenges faced, and confirm their commitment to engaging with the Nahoonai-a community.
Applications are assessed by the application review panel, which will meet several months prior to the semester start date. Applicants are reviewed based on alignment with the outlined criteria.
Priority 2
(Students who do not apply by the application deadline)
- First-year CNC students registered full-time with an out-of-town address.
- First-year CNC students registered full-time with a local address.
Take a Tour
Room Types
Find the right room for your needs.
Standard Room (10)
120sqft, Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
Available to all indigenous students
| Pricing |
|---|
| 1 term $2396 |
| 2 terms $5092 |
| Extensions $150/week |
| Student Life Fee $30/term |
| Security Deposit $300 |
Trades Room (1)
120sqft, Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
Available to all indigenous trades students
| Pricing |
|---|
| 1 term $2396 |
| 2 terms $5092 |
| Extensions $150/week |
| Student Life Fee $30/term |
| Security Deposit $300 |
Trades Room (1)
120sqft, Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
Available to all indigenous trades students
| Pricing |
|---|
| 1 term $2396 |
| 2 terms $5092 |
| Extensions $150/week |
| Student Life Fee $30/term |
| Security Deposit $300 |
Extensions
Extensions are charged weekly only from Sunday to Saturday for the period between terms and for extending stay past regular Academic Term dates.
More Room Options
If you're a returning student or Nahoonai-a isn't for you, you can apply to the Main Building instead.
Room Amenities
All bedrooms are private. Most rooms share a bathroom with one other room that can be accessed through a lockable door.
Wifi
Mini Fridge
Bed
Desk with Lamp
Clothing Cubbies
Clothing Rack
Garbage Can
Main Building Shared Space Amenities
Common Lounge Areas
Large Living Room with TV
Study Spaces
Kitchen
Laundry Room
Supply Closet
Game Tables
Washrooms
Parking (Impark)
Location
Campus housing is right across the road from the main Prince George campus, providing immediate access to many student services.
Campus Amenities
- Recreation
- Learning Commons (Library)
- Cafeteria
- Wellness Centre & Medical Clinic
- Tutoring (Academic Success Centre)
- Counselling
- Academic Advising and more!
Meet the Nahoonai-a Elder
"I am Theresa Genevieve Pierre and was born and raised in Fort St. James. My parents were Thomas and Evalie Murdock. I am from the Lhts’umusyoo (Beaver) clan. I married into the Tlazt’en First Nation, where I made my home. I took the Culinary Arts Program at the Fort St James Campus in 2010, where I got my Culinary Arts Diploma. After that, I have worked off and on for CNC College as an Elder and at the Key Adult Drop-In Centre. I have also had the opportunity to work with Nak’azdli First Nation in their Natural Resource Program. I have catered for my community, Tlazt’en, for small and large events and meetings. In my free time, I love to travel anywhere and everywhere. I have been with Nahoonai-a since October 2021, supporting CNC students. I have knowledge of many First Nations crafts and stories that I share with the CNC community."
Campus Events
- Movie Nights
- Cultural and Holiday Events
- Educational Sessions & Workshops
- Fairs (wellness, careers, etc.)
- Stressbusters (exam season events)
- Orientation
Housing Events
- Karaoke
- Potlucks
- Game Nights
- Holiday Events
- And more weekly events!
Campus Housing Community
Be a part of a thriving community of fellow students! The Campus Housing community hosts special events exclusive to the Housing community and provides quick access to events taking place on the Prince George campus.
Safety & Security
Safewalk
If you feel unsafe walking to or from the school to the Housing buildings at any time, CNC Security can accompany you within the boundaries of campus. The Housing member on shift is also available to assist.
Housing Staff
The Housing Manager and Housing Advisors are here to ensure safety, comfort, and support campus life. Housing Advisors are student leaders who provide mentorship and help to students in Housing. If you have any questions while living in Campus Housing, they will be your first point of contact!
Quiet Hours
The Campus Housing community fosters an academic environment geared toward those committed to their studies. Rest easy at night without disruption.
Sponsorship
Is your nation, employer, organization, or an agency providing funding for your housing during your studies?
To be sponsored, make sure to include in your application:
- A copy of your Sponsorship Letter, which must specify the coverage of Housing fees.
- Your sponsor’s name, business name, email address, and contact information
Frequently Asked Questions
The Housing parking lot is located behind the Main Campus Housing Building, just off of 22nd Avenue. All lots on college grounds are paid parking. Passes can be purchased through the PayByPhone app, online through Impark (lot code 9890), or at any of the parking meters on campus.
Campus Housing has a laundry room on each floor, with two washers and two dryers per room. All washers and dryers in the Main Building are card-operated. Laundry cards can be purchased or replaced for $5.00 each at the Housing office. In Nahoonai-a, laundry costs are included in your fees.