Camosun College’s campuses are OPEN, Wednesday, Feb. 5

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 6:30 a.m. — Camosun’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.

Camosun 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/CamosunCollege/
• Instagram: instagram.com/camosun/
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Visit the college website for a more in-depth overview of campus closure protocols in the event of adverse weather.

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) – Saanich Peninsula Award for First Nations Women

For female Indigenous students who are enrolled in a degree program, or university transfer or a professional studies program. 

Award at a glance

Value

Varies

Type

Award

Open Date

December 1, 2024

Deadline

February 1, 2025

Eligibility

Indigenous students

Donor

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) – Saanich

Number of Awards

Varies

Award description

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) – Saanich award is a non-partisan, voluntary, self-funded organization with over 100 CFUW Clubs, located in every province across Canada. Since its founding in 1919, CFUW has been working to improve the status of women and to promote human rights, public education, social justice, and peace. Every year, CFUW and its Clubs award close to $1 million to women to help them pursue post-secondary studies.

This award is available to female Indigenous students who are enrolled in a degree program, or university transfer or a professional studies program. 

Criteria

You must:

  • be currently registered as a student at Camosun College in the final year before graduating with a degree or transferring to university
  • have Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or Native American) ancestry
  • have a GPA of 2.5 or equivalent or 3.5 GPA in the most recent semester
  • submit a self-written letter outlining education and employment goals and reason for applying
  • submit a letter of reference from a community member or instructor attesting to your commitment to your studies and career goal
  • complete the application form

Application process

You can apply for more than one award using the Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewen (IECC) awards application form. 

Please note: If the deadline occurs on a weekend, applications will be accepted until 4pm on the Monday.

Applications for this period closed February 1, 2025.

Questions

Refer to the Awards Guide to learn how to put together a great application package or contact indigenousadvising@camosun.ca.

Thank you to our donor

CFUW Saanich Peninsula | Facebook

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) – Saanich