Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewenCentre for Indigenous Education & Community ConnectionsWelcoming and supporting more than 1,100 students from over 50 nationsThe Centre for Indigenous Education & Community Connections (IECC) offers support services and Indigenous programs for Indigenous students and provides links between Camosun College, students, local Indigenous organizations and First Nations communities. Indigenous Advisors will help you make educational and career decisions so that you can move forward with your goals.We seek knowledge in these territoriesCamosun College serves the communities of southern Vancouver Island and the south Gulf Islands that are located in the Traditional Territories of the Lekwungen (Esquimalt and Songhees), Malahat, Pacheedaht, Scia'new, T’Sou-ke and W̱SÁNEĆ (Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum) peoples.We acknowledge our traditional hosts and honour their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here. Read about the name "Camosun".Camosun's Camas pit cook Are you of Indigenous ancestry? Camosun College views any student who is a descendant of the Indigenous peoples of North America to be an Indigenous student. This includes status and non-status Indians, Métis, Inuit and Native Americans who reside in Canada. About us Territory AcknowledgementCamosun College campuses are located on the traditional territories of the Lkwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here.Learn more about the IECC Programs & Courses Camosun offers programs designed especially for Indigenous learners plus a wide variety of courses with Indigenous content.Explore our Programs & Courses Info for Students Find your way and feel like you belong – with our help.Coming to college is a big step. Indigenous Advisors are here to help you both before and after you become a Camosun student by providing educational, financial, and cultural support and information.Info for Students Awards Want financial help for your education?IECC, in partnership with the Camosun College Foundation, offers a series of awards to outstanding students. Camosun also offers a wide selection of bursaries for full-time students.Financial Aid & Awards Community Connection with community – invaluable nourishmentWe develop and nourish working relationships with Indigenous communities to support students and community initiatives.Connect with Community Aboriginal Services Plan Surrounding students with rich cultureIndigenous Education & Community Connections (IECC) is involved in a number of projects and events intended to enhance Indigenous student success and support community engagement in education.Aboriginal Services Plan Contact us We are here to welcome and serve Indigenous students and communities. Our staff and faculty have a wealth of knowledge to share with you! We are dedicated to quality education through classroom and experiential learning.Contact us