Robin Hicks

This Accessibility Plan for College of the Rockies outlines a commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive experience for students, employees, and the public. Developed in accordance with the Accessible BC Act, the plan targets seven key areas: Education, Policies and Procedures, Design and Delivery of Programs and Services, Information and Communication, Facilities and Built Environment, Technology, and Employee Services. The overall goal is to identify, prevent, and eliminate systemic barriers to ensure accessibility is a reality for everyone within the College community.

The "Forward and Upward" Strategic Plan for College of the Rockies outlines its commitment to transforming lives and enriching communities through education, with a vision to provide the best small college experience in Canada. Guided by values of student success, respect, and innovation, the plan concentrates on three strategic 'peaks': enhancing student experience by ensuring support and success; improving employee experience through a culture of respect, inclusion, and growth; and strengthening community engagement by addressing regional educational needs and fostering Indigenous partnerships. The plan aims to maintain the college's role as an educational leader and meet the future needs of the region.

This document outlines College of the Rockies' strategic direction, grounded in commitments to truth and reconciliation, equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, belonging, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The plan, 'Forward and Upward', is structured around three core pillars: Student Experience, Employee Experience, and Community Engagement. It aims to transform lives, enrich communities through education, and prepare students for future careers by providing a high-quality small college experience.

The College of the Rockies Indigenization Strategy builds upon existing initiatives to integrate Indigenous perspectives and reconciliation efforts across the institution. It is structured around five core areas: Governance and Policy, Teaching and Learning, Student Supports and Services, Employee Recruitment and Development, and Facilities and Cultural Presence. The plan aims to guide institutional direction, strengthen accountability, and provide a framework for continuous planning and engagement, ensuring meaningful integration of Indigenization into all institutional priorities.

The meeting covered key financial topics, including the approval of audited financial statements and the 2013-14 operating budget, which showed a surplus. The board also reviewed the interim budget letter and discussed FTE targets. A draft Institutional Accountability Plan and Report was approved for submission to the Ministry. Executive reports highlighted various accomplishments and ongoing projects across different departments, including successful graduation ceremonies, program enrollment, international student growth, facility upgrades, and new program developments. Funding approvals were granted for HVAC upgrades, simulator space renovation, and the Aboriginal Community-Based Delivery Partnership Program.