Nexient Learning Inc. Receives Coveted Award

Halifax, Nova Scotia – June 27, 2006 – Nexient Learning Inc. (TSX: NXN) formerly CrossOff Incorporated and parent company of Polar Bear Corporate Education Solutions / CDI Education, Canada’s largest provider of skills development, was recently awarded for Outstanding Performance North America Region 2005 at the IBM Education partner conference. IBM, the world’s largest information company, also named Nexient as the #1 Education Center for IBM Software (ECIS) in North America for 2004.

The award is in recognition of Nexient’s significant contribution to IBM Lotus product training and education services for 2005. This award, presented each year by IBM Lotus, recognizes ECIS partners who have made a significant contribution to IBM Lotus product training and education services by providing high-quality innovative learning solutions to their customers.

“Nexient has not only consistently ranked #1 among the top ten Education Centers for IBM Software (ECIS) in North America, but also ranks #2 worldwide. Nexient does not hesitate to collaborate with IBM and participate in partner events / trade shows including, but not limited to, IBM Notes Domino 7 Launch Events and the upcoming Canadian Websphere Portal 6 Roadshow”, said Shaen Armstrong, Program Director ISSL Education. “Nexient actively works with their clients and IBM to develop the right training solutions at the right time to meet their needs.”

Added Wendy Callaghan, Director of Product Management, Information Technologies, Nexient Learning Inc.: “We’re thrilled to have earned this award because it demonstrates our continued commitment and investment in the IBM brand, and our ability to serve our corporate clients across Canada with innovative, industry-leading authorized training solutions.”