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Student guide · Fall 2026

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Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

5 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter 2027
  3. Trades Intersession 2027
  4. Intersession 2027
  5. Spring 2027

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Campus language

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7 terms

B

Bayman
A student from a rural community or 'out around the bay' in Newfoundland.

C

CNASU
College of the North Atlantic Student Union, the representative body for all students at the campus.

T

The Caf
The main cafeteria located on the first floor of the Prince Philip Drive campus.
The Pond
Burton's Pond apartments, the primary residence area for CNA students located on the adjacent Memorial University campus.
The Rock
A common nickname for the island of Newfoundland used frequently in student discourse.
Tim's
The on-campus Tim Hortons location, a primary social and caffeine hub for students.
Townie
A student originally from the St. John's metropolitan area.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
D2L
The Brightspace/Desire2Learn online platform used for accessing course materials, submitting assignments, and checking grades.
DL
Distributed Learning, the term used for online or distance education courses and the department that manages them.
m-Card
The physical smart card used for the Metrobus U-Pass system.
PPD
The Prince Philip Drive campus building, the main facility for the St. John's region.
riverside_cafeteria
Riverside Cafeteria
Self-Service
The online student portal used for course registration, tuition payments, and viewing official transcripts.
The Commons
The Learning Commons, which houses the library, computer labs, and collaborative study spaces.
The Ridge
The nearby Ridge Road campus, frequently visited by PPD students for specific technical labs and engineering programs.
U-Pass
The universal transit pass included in student fees, providing unlimited access to the Metrobus system.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in St. John's for College of the North Atlantic - Prince Philip Campus Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in St. John's.

Timezone

America/St_Johns

Median Rent

$1,100

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

19,000

City Transportation

Walkability

45

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Metrobus Transit

Nearest Airports

St. John’s International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

41°F

Avg Snowfall

110 in

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Parking and Transit

Student Parking Lot

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Permits are required; availability is limited and often managed through a draw or first-come, first-served system.

Campus News

Latest updates from College of the North Atlantic - Prince Philip Campus

CNA and Memorial University Host 26th Annual Career and Graduate School Fair

College of the North Atlantic and Memorial University teamed up to host their annual career fair, connecting students with employers and government organizations.

Sep 22, 2026

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CNA Employee Recognized for Community Involvement

CNA's Director of Academic Quality Assurance was featured in CNA Currents for his significant contributions to community service.

Sep 16, 2026

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CNA Business Development Officer's Book Gains International Attention

Alexander Pelley, a Business Development Officer at CNA, has authored a book titled 'From depression to champion' that is receiving global recognition.

Sep 3, 2026

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RCD TAC Reaches 100-Site Milestone in Heritage Preservation

The RCD TAC has successfully preserved 100 heritage sites across Newfoundland and Labrador using advanced laser scanning technology.

Aug 28, 2026

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CNA Overhauls Music Program for Modern Industry Realities

The college has redesigned its music program to focus on digital creation, music business, and entrepreneurial skills for modern artists.

May 3, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at College of the North Atlantic - Prince Philip Campus

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (College Closed)

September 30, 2026

Prince Philip Campus

The college is closed in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Thanksgiving Day (College Closed)

October 12, 2026

Prince Philip Campus

The college is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

Midterm Exams Period

October 13, 2026

Prince Philip Campus

Midterm examination period for the Fall 2026 semester, running through October 22.

Deferred Midterm Exams

October 26, 2026

Prince Philip Campus

Period for deferred midterm examinations, running through October 29.

Last Day to Drop Courses

October 28, 2026

Prince Philip Campus

The final deadline for students to drop courses without academic prejudice for the Fall 2026 semester.

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