Aboriginal Education & Community Connections
Welcome to our community!
We offer services and programs for Aboriginal students, we support all Indigenous programs and courses at the college, and we help provide linkages between Camosun College, Aboriginal students, and the local First Nations community. Our Aboriginal staff are committed to helping students move forward with their career and personal goals. Read about our students' experiences.
Camosun College views any student who is a descendant of the Indigenous peoples of North America to be an Aboriginal student. This includes status and non-status Indians, Métis, Inuit and Native Americans who reside in Canada.
News & events 
UVic's Indigenous Community Liaison—on-campus drop-in hours
Posted Fri, 03 Feb 2012
Thinking about transferring to UVic? Lalita David, Indigenous Community Liaison, can provide you with information on programs and services, help you with referrals to advisers, assist with the application and registration process, and provide an orientation to campus life. Office location and hours: Lansdowne Campus, E272 (AECC office), 8:30am to noon, Wednesdays, February 1, 15, 22, 29, March 14, April 4, 18. Contact Lalita at inafclo@uvic.ca or 250-217-0458 to schedule an appointment.
Unemployed, or employed but without a college credential? This program is for you!
Posted Tue, 22 Nov 2011
If you’re unemployed, or employed but without a college credential, funded seats are available now in a variety of programs, including three programs specifically for Aboriginal learners. Check to see if you qualify. Funding provided through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement.
Learn about the University of Victoria’s Indigenous Programs and Services—October 6 @ 10am to 2pm
Posted Tue, 04 Oct 2011
Are you planning on going to the University of Victoria after completing your studies at Camosun? We are hosting a Camosun student orientation just for you. Agenda includes
Location: Wilna Thomas Cultural Centre, Lansdowne Campus. RSVP for catering purposes. Pizza provided at noon. More information: Lalita David, 250-853-3729, lalita@uvic.ca
We provide:
- a warm welcome and a safe cultural environment
- academic and cultural support and financial support services
- programs with Indigenous perspectives, including
- courses that contain significant Indigenous content
- experienced and dedicated Aboriginal instructors and staff
- opportunities for Aboriginal communities to partner with us and develop new programs to suit their unique needs
