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ݮƵ’s campuses are OPEN, Wednesday, Feb. 5

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 6:30 a.m. — ݮƵ’s campuses are OPEN today. Classes and services are scheduled to run as planned.

Grounds crew have been working at Lansdowne and Interurban to spread salt and sand on parking lots, roadways and main walkways as conditions are icy. Please allow extra time when commuting, dress warmly and stay on cleared paths.

ݮƵ will continue to provide further updates in the event that the weather changes. Please check the college website (camosun.ca) or follow the college on social media for the latest information:

• Facebook: facebook.com/ݮƵCollege/
• Instagram: instagram.com/camosun/
• X (Twitter): x.com/camosun

Visit the college website for a more in-depth overview of campus closure protocols in the event of adverse weather.

Education is a game changer

Combined with a range of ݮƵ supports for students the tuition waiver program is opening doors for former youth in care who want to continue their education journey.

Their stories

Since the provincial government program launched in 2017, over 231 students at ݮƵ have accessed the tuition waiver program.

Here are some of their stories.

A young man with classes sitting outside a school building.

Support when you need it

“Be kind to yourself when things get stressful. And remember to take advantage of supports like counselling or academic advising.”
- Cailean, current student, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

A young women sits on a the steps of the learning commons.

We've got your back

Gauge credits the staff in the college’s Financial Aid department for helping to navigate the various supports available. The tuition waiver program has covered the cost of tuition and fees at UVic and ݮƵ, while the Youth Futures Education Fund has assisted with additional expenses.
-Gauge, current student, post-degree diploma in Interprofessional Mental Health and Addictions

A young woman who looks like an artist.

Learning can be accessible

Support through the Centre for Accessible Learning has made the pressure of post-secondary learning a lot more manageable through academic accommodations during exams.
-Emily-Jayne, current student, General Arts Diploma

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Choose your own path

"It takes a huge weight off your shoulders to know that there is some source of income regardless of your place of employment.”
- Destiny G., ݮƵ graduate, Criminal Justice Diploma

ݮƵ supports

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Funding for Former Youth in Care

The Government provides funding to help former youth in care in B.C. pay for post-secondary education.

Funding for Former Youth in Care