Nick Chasowy is the Education Director at Urban Circle Training Centre, where he leads the design and delivery of culturally grounded programming for Indigenous adults — First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. Since joining Urban Circle in 2022, Nick has developed a comprehensive curriculum framework that integrates academic learning with opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and skills in real contexts.

In addition to his leadership role, Nick teaches in the Adult Education & Employment Program (AEEP), delivering courses in English Language Arts, Career Development, Student-Initiated Projects, and Indigenous Arts. He works closely with staff, Elders, and community partners to ensure every class reflects Indigenous cultures and prepares learners for success in both further education and employment.

Nick holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, a Bachelor of Education (History and English – Secondary), and a Master of Education from Lakehead University, as well as a Police Foundations diploma from Confederation College. Over his 18-year career in education, he has taught across Canada and internationally, with posts in Kuwait, Oman, and China. While in China, he held a school leadership role and successfully led the institution’s accreditation process through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). His initiatives there included designing a uniform, vertically and horizontally aligned curriculum across all grade levels and embedding 21st Century Skills — such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy — into every subject area, creating a truly modern and future-ready education model.

Guided by Nelson Mandela’s belief that “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world,” Nick works to create learning environments that honour Indigenous traditions while equipping students with the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed. He emphasizes collaborative learning, cultural inclusion, and real-world application, ensuring that education is both relevant and transformative.

Originally from Dryden, Ontario, Nick is an active member of the Adult Secondary Education Council (ASEC) and continues to build partnerships that strengthen opportunities for learners. For him, the most rewarding part of his work is seeing student success unfold in real time — watching goals become achievements and learning translate into new possibilities.