Lisa Chu

The Board of Governors discussed several key items, including updates on the President's activities, Institute report, and reports from the Governance Committee, Education Council Chair, and BCITSA President. The Board also received a briefing on the Senior Director of Student Success. Educational matters included the approval of an Associate Certificate in the Business of Sawmilling, an Associate Certificate in Multidisciplinary Studies, and the cancellation of an Automotive Technical Studies Diploma. Additionally, the Board approved revisions to the Governance Manual and Bylaws, and reviewed correspondence and a professional development summary.

The board discussed and took action on several key institutional matters. This included approving the Five-Year Capital Plan for submission to the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills and authorizing the signing of the 2025/26 Mandate Letter. Additionally, the board approved the 2024/25 Institutional Accountability Plan and Report, adopted revisions to the Tuition and Fees Policy, approved a new program for a Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures, and authorized annual revisions to the Board of Governors' Bylaws and Governance Manual.

The Board of Governors discussed and approved several key items, including the Public Interest Disclosure and Protection Policy #1100 and its associated procedures. Action was taken to cancel the Associate Certificate in Marketing Management - Retail Marketing Management program and to approve a new Certificate in Payroll Administration. Additionally, the Board approved the revised Program Development and Credentials Policy #5401, which involves reducing minimum credit requirements for diplomas and certificates to better align with industry standards and student needs.

The board meeting addressed the appointment of a new governor and received reports from the Board Chair and the President. Key strategic discussions included the Strategic Implementation Plan Lite for 2023/24 and the approval of a new Master of Science in Ecological Restoration program. Governance items included the approval of a revised policy on cannabis use. The Audit and Finance Committee presented several capital projects for approval, including budget increases for the Tall Timber Student Housing project, the establishment of a budget for the Trades and Technology Centre Phase One, the South Campus Infrastructure Renewal Project Phase Two, and the Central Heating Plant Electrification Project.

The board meeting covered a range of operational and policy matters. Discussions focused on the approval of various policies, including contracts, travel and professional development expense reimbursements, information security, and classroom recording procedures. The board reviewed reports from the Chair and President, as well as an update on the Strategic Implementation Plan for 2019/20 and 2020/21, specifically regarding the impact of the pandemic on international student enrollment and operations. Additionally, the board approved the fiscal year 2020 audited financial statements, the appointment of an Associate Certificate in Music Business, and the Research Ethics Board Annual Report.