Place description: Lying on the east coast of Vancouver island is the city of Courtenay. It is the largest and the only city in the Comox valley of the region. The city since its inception has been relying on the natural sources of the region for its economy to run smoothly.
Courtenay provides it service primarily to the retiree community of the region and the military. Tourism is also very much prevalent in the region. Annually the city hosts the largest music festival which goes by the name of Island Music Fest. The function goes on for 3 days with the music going on and on.

Important landmarks/places nearby: There are some places that can be visited nearby are:
1. Sandwick park is about 6 mins away from the main city.
2. Nymph Falls Nature park is 14 mins away from the city.
3. Puntledge park is very close, being just 4 mins away.
4. The Courtenay and District museum is also very close. It is just 3 mins away.
5. Courtenay Marina park is very close, being just 2 mins away.

Crime rate: The crime rate in the city is high and is about 61.03%. Students are advised to be alert and cautious all the time and should not get involved in troublesome activities.

Nearby Airports: The airports nearest to the college are:
1. Comox Valley airport is 13 mins away from the city.
2. Campbell river airport is half an hour away from the city.
3. Comox Tacan airport is also just 12 mins away.
4. Alberni Valley regional airport is the farthest being 1 hour 20 mins away.

Nearby Subways and train stations: Nearest substations to the college are:
1. Courtenay B.C station is 8 mins away from the college.
2. Union Bay is 21 mins drive from the university campus.

North Island College