Vitalite Health Network is launching new financial support to help train more medical radiation technologists in New Brunswick.

Vitalite said the initiative is part of a partnership with the Collège communautaire du Nouveau‑Brunswick (CCNB) to recruit students and support their clinical training.

The program applies to students entering the 2026 to 2029 Medical Radiation Technology cohort at CCNB.

Vitalite explained that the partnership includes a coordinated recruitment process and clinical placements in its facilities.

Seven students will be selected for the scholarships, and each student will receive a $10,000 annual scholarship for three years, along with full tuition reimbursement.

Graduates must work four years at a Vitalite facility.

Vitalite said the commitment is meant to improve access to medical imaging services in communities across the province.

Students must first apply to CCNB’s program. CCNB said eligible applications will be forwarded to Vitalite for review, with the student’s consent.

Josée Gagnon, Vitalite’s vice‑president of transversal services, said the partnership creates a clear path for students who want to support the Network’s mission.

“We are working hand in hand with CCNB to make this opportunity attractive for future technologists,” Gagnon said.

Julie Cyr, dean of CCNB’s School of Health Sciences, said the collaboration responds to ongoing workforce needs.

“Nearly half of Vitalite’s employees are CCNB graduates, and that shows we are well-positioned to continue training tomorrow’s health‑care professionals,” Cyr said.

Vitalite said the new scholarships are in addition to its existing recruitment incentives.

Gagnon said Vitalite continues to offer recruitment bonuses for candidates who do not sign an agreement during their studies.

“All medical radiation technologists have a place with us,” Gagnon said.