ABSTRACT

A list of the progress measures to
support the new college strategic
plan.

2023-2028 COLLEGE STRATEGIC
PLAN PROGRESS MEASURES
Motion passed by the Board of Governors on Dec 5, 2022

Strengthening the Camosun Advantage
At Camosun College, we prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Goal 1: Empower students to stand out by providing educational experiences that
will equip them for their future.
Progress Measures
Takes steps that will support the implementation of a comprehensive student record
% of courses that includes one or more of the different types of applied learning (i.e. capstone,
service learning, work-integrated learning, etc.)
% employment or university transfer rates post Camosun
% participation rates in accredited programs that lead to jobs
% students meet their professional requirements according to employer survey (Available
Data)

Goal 2: Deliver outstanding flexible learning opportunities to support students’
evolving educational needs.
Progress Measures
% of courses with flexible delivery options
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evenings and weekend courses
online/ blended courses
continuous enrolment courses
off-campus locations course offerings
in-person/on-campus course offerings

% student completion rates in courses with flexible delivery options
% of courses using open textbook for teaching
# new microcredential offerings
# enrolments in microcredential offerings

Goal 3: Cultivate relationships with students to support their educational journey
within and beyond Camosun.
Progress Measures
Develop and implement improved strategic enrolment management practices
Establish capacity to support prospective students
Student satisfaction rate
% of students who indicate they are able to access services in a timely manner
% student retention ratio between semesters one and two
# Alumni who donate to the college

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ÍY,ĆȺNEUEL OL: Doing Good Work Together
(pronounced: Eye. Chey Nowel Ul)

Camosun College is committed to cultivating a work environment that values people, life-long learning,
individual and organizational well-being, and service. We work together to advance the vision, mission, and
values of the college.

Goal 1: Nurture a positive, collaborative and rewarding work culture.
Progress Measures
Engage with employees about their work experience using different tools and strategies
Review and enhance formal and informal employee recognition opportunities
% of allocated funds used for personal and professional development
% of employees who say the information they have about the college helps them to be successful
in their job
% of employees who regularly participate in the various communities of practice across the college

Goal 2: Ensure financial sustainability for continued investment in student success.
Progress Measures
Ensure the college is in a financially sustainable position
% sustainable financial contribution from non-base sources (e.g. ProSIT, Contract Training, Ancillary
Services)
% continued investment in student success (e.g. new, responsive, and relevant programming and
curriculum, market assessment, capital, services, IT tools and applications)

Goal 3: Promote a culture of data-informed decision-making and process
improvement.
Progress Measures
Further develop and implement data development and access strategies
Develop and implement an integrated institutional planning cycle
Develop a methodology to measures the efficiency and success of programs and services

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Responding to Community Needs
Camosun College is dedicated to serving students and partners within the local and global community. We
will continue to be responsive to evolving community needs and ensure that graduates are equipped with the
education and skills essential to employers.

Goal 1: Enhance student life on campus, prioritizing student housing and creating
spaces that contribute to collaboration and community.
Progress Measures

Seek funding and opportunities for student housing.
% usage rates of bookable student collaboration space
# of college-led and/or CCSS-registered extracurricular opportunities available

% student satisfaction with the number and types of extracurricular opportunities available

Goal 2: Excel in building lasting and reciprocal relationships and partnerships,
locally, nationally, and globally to serve the college comm
unity and students.
Progress Measures
# of employers and community partners engaged in Camosun Innovates/college-led applied
learning/research projects
$ donor contribution to Camosun College Foundation each year
# of exchange partnerships with other domestic and international institutions (students, faculty,
projects)
# of course registrations from South Island Partnership

Goal 3: Break down systemic barriers to improve access to post-secondary
education.
Progress Measures
Establish a Centre of Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
Establish a baseline for students entering Camosun from diverse backgrounds
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First-generation learners
Accommodated Students
Indigenous Students
Former Youth in Care
New Canadians
Low-income background

# of programs/courses delivered locally and in remote Indigenous communities (shared
measure)
# students served through programming designed to support refugees and newcomers

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Rising to the Challenges of Climate Change
Camosun College is committed to addressing the climate emergency and our impact on the environment
through policy, practice, and education.

Goal 1: Invest in necessary resources to build momentum and capacity for
addressing the climate emergency.
Progress Measures
Develop and implement a Climate Action Plan
Invest in climate action and environmental sustainability resources to further enhance the
capacity to respond to the climate emergency
Complete a baseline and progress assessment for the advancement of sustainability at
Camosun
Align college sustainability priorities with the CICAN ImpACT Climate Project

Goal 2: Support existing programs and increase climate education across the
college.
Progress Measures
# of workshops/SD events offered to employees on climate action
# of in-house announcements of climate events, projects, and other initiatives
% of courses that contain an Environmental Sustainability/Climate Change component

Goal 3: Lower climate-changing emissions to meet or exceed B.C.’s legislated
targets while adapting to the impacts of climate change.
Progress Measures
% decrease in greenhouse gasses (GHG) emissions (buildings, fleet, paper emissions)
Combined total greenhouse gasses (GHG) emissions reduction, in tonnes, from savings
projects/initiatives
Complete climate risk assessments on both campuses, with an emphasis on climate adaptation
needs

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Honouring Indigenous Resurgence
Camosun College supports and upholds the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples and in particular Article 15.1 that “Indigenous Peoples have the right to dignity and diversity of
their cultures, traditions, histories, and aspirations which shall be appropriately reflected in education
and public information.” The college will advance work to honour Indigenization, decolonization, the
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action, the UN Declaration, and B.C.’s
Declaration Act.

Goal 1: Engage with reciprocity, understanding, and in good ways to cultivate
healthy and supportive community relationships.
Progress Measures
# of programs/courses delivered locally and in remote Indigenous communities (Shared
Measure)
# of Indigenous events that have both Camosun and local Indigenous community participation

Goal 2: Further incorporate the four ‘R’s of Indigenous Education to ensure the
college is an accessible, inclusive, and safe place where all students can thrive.
Progress Measures
Develop an Indigenous Education Plan
# of Indigenous Students (Eyēʔ Sqȃ'lewen and self-identified)
# of students who have completed IST 120 and HLTH 111 year over year
# of college community members who have completed TTW
% university transfer of Camosun students who self-identify as Indigenous

Goal 3: Infuse Indigenous ways of being and doing into practices and spaces at the
college.
Progress Measures
Develop Indigenization Plan
Complete 23 actions in response to TRC calls to action Phase 2
Increase Indigenous cultural visibility on campuses (spaces, signage, art, traditional naming,
land naturalization) (Establish baseline inventory)

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Advancing Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Camosun College is committed to upholding the values of Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
to foster a barrier-free and respectful learning and working environment for students and employees.

Goal 1: Develop a centre for Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Progress Measures
Establish a Centre of EDI with thoughtful engagement with the college community
Develop an EDI plan and implement
Establish a cross-college advisory committee

Goal 2: Embed the principles of social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion as
individual and collective responsibilities.
Progress Measures
Develop data and reporting strategy to advance SJEDI capacity
Develop and implement strategies to strengthen inclusive hiring practices
Prioritize space that provides physical recognition of diversity and people’s culture
# of learning opportunities that support an inclusive organizational culture
# of programs that have partnered with the EDI Centre to incorporate principles into teaching and
learning

Goal 3: Celebrate and uphold the diversity of students and employees as a
strength within Camosun’s community.
Progress Measures
Develop express hiring opportunities with means for cultural strengths to be identified as benefits
in the selection hiring process
# of events designed to celebrate, empower, recognize, and advocate for, the diversity of the
people within Camosun College
# public announcements and recognition of cultural and social justice events

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