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:

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

David Vickers Award for Indigenous Students

For Indigenous students who demonstrate commitment to their culture and heritage, as well as to their communities.

Award at a glance

Value

Varies

Type

Award

Open Date

December 1, 2024

Deadline

February 1, 2025

Eligibility

Indigenous students

Donor

The late David Vickers

Number of Awards

Varies

Award description

The late David Vickers, a well-known and highly regarded lawyer and judge, was both professionally and personally committed to equality and justice for all people. He believed neither was possible without access to education and community participation.

Criteria

This award is available to Indigenous students who demonstrate commitment to their culture and heritage, as well as to their communities, however they define them. Their application will demonstrate this commitment as well as a dedication to finding contemporary solutions that honour Indigenous culture, balanced with the interests and needs of Canadian society as a whole. 

  • be currently registered as a student at Camosun College
  • have Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or Native American) ancestry
  • have a GPA of 2.5 or equivalent
  • submit a self-written letter outlining your commitment to wellness
  • submit a letter of reference from a community member or instructor talking about your commitment to wellness
  • complete the application form

Successful applicants will demonstrate their ability to "walk in both worlds. You will be asked to attend an awards ceremony. Financial need will be taken into consideration but is not the primary criteria.

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

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

Thank you to our donor

We raise our hands to the Vickers family for establishing this gift in honour of the late David Vickers.