Lynn Connell

This Annual Report for Bow Valley College details its activities and financial performance for the 2024-2025 period, guided by the 'Launch | Advance | Evolve' Strategic Plan. The plan focuses on providing high-quality, career-oriented education, enhancing local and global impact, and fostering a dynamic ecosystem for career success. Key initiatives include the development of a Health Care Centre of Excellence, academic innovation through the Digital Entertainment Nexus (DEN) and Competency-Based Education (CBE), and continued student support services. The college aims to empower students for career success by strategically aligning its goals with economic and social needs, while ensuring operational excellence and financial sustainability.

This 2025-26 Annual Business Plan outlines Bow Valley College's strategic objectives, actionable steps, resource allocation, and budget for the operational year. Informed by the 'Launch | Advance | Evolve' strategic plan, it focuses on enhancing student and employee experiences, delivering high-quality, future-oriented education, expanding local impact with global reach, and cultivating a dynamic ecosystem for career success. The plan emphasizes empowering students, fostering innovation, and addressing fiscal challenges through strategic initiatives.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various topics, such as enrollment forecasts, budget processes, and the Jack Mintz Expert Panel Report. The Audit and Risk Management Council presented the 2025-2026 budget and annual financial statements. There were also updates on the Centre for Entertainment Arts (CEA) and internal audit activities. The Human Resources and Governance Council reviewed board and council membership composition, board survey results, and the board orientation program. Discussions also covered the CEO Emergency Leadership Protocol, management organizational structure, and stakeholder engagement. The board discussed the Healthcare Center of Excellence project and reviewed the college scorecard. Terminations of the Cybersecurity Solutions Diploma and the Information Technology Solutions Diploma programs were approved, along with new program proposals.

The meeting included a review of the agenda, a President's report covering compliance health, capital planning, Block 40 updates, and the Production Hub opening. The SABVC yearly report was presented, highlighting health and dental matters, campus safety, government meetings, tuition consultation, financial statements, and the budget. An application analysis was presented, discussing conversion rates, application closures, the Calgary market, program comparisons, and future state. The Audit and Risk Management Council discussed tuition and fees for 2025-2026, enterprise risk management, and insurance premiums. The Human Resources and Governance Council provided updates on the CEO Emergency Leadership Protocol, compliance health, employee engagement, whistleblower matters, honorary diploma nominations, a retirement plan, board assessment, and government relations. There was a strategic discussion on digital transformation, and the 2025-2026 Board of Governors meeting schedule was approved.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various topics, such as Compliance Health Incorporation, Government Funding, Block 40, CICan Leadership Conference, AI Summit, West Campus Land Blessing, and the Expert Panel on Post-Secondary Institution Funding and Alberta's Competitiveness Engagement. The 2025-2026 budget, enrollment forecasts, and risk mitigation measures were presented. The Board reviewed the corporate risk report, focusing on the top strategic and emerging risks, with enrollment risk identified as the number one risk. An employee survey check-in was conducted, and results were discussed, including actions, empowering people leaders, and holding a town hall.