Margaret Sutherland, Chair, Appointed Member Margaret Sutherland retired as executive director of Decoda Literacy Solutions, BC’s provincial non-profit literacy organization. Previously, she worked in her community in communications and as a regional manager for Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy. Margaret has been active in her community as a member of the Castlegar Library Board, Columbia
Elders on Campus Elders and Knowledge Keepers carry their stories, teachings, laws and songs within them to pass on to the next generations. Elders on Campus offers the opportunity to meet and make connections with Elders in our community. We are honoured to have them join us on campus to give us a wider sense of community and provide learning opportunities through intergenerational connections
Explore a selection of courses you can take through Open Studies—without having to meet program admission requirements. Winter 2025 *Winter 2025 courses are subject to change. Online Courses ANTH 100: Introduction to Anthropology I CWRT 101: Introduction to Creative Writing II CWRT 201: Manuscript Development II ECCE 193: Child Centered Partnerships I ENGL 209: Introduction to Comics and Graphic
Are you ready to start your post-secondary education this winter? Choose from a variety of programs and courses and get started on your path! Funding opportunities are available through the Skills Centre's Emerging Tech for Youth program. See if you qualify! Business Business Administration Start: January 6 Get the knowledge and skills required for a high-paying and dynamic career in business
Harmonized Electrical Foundation 2024 February 2 - Summer intake ends February 5 - Winter intake begins July 18 - Winter intake ends August 6 - Summer intake begins December 19 - Last day of classes before winter break 2025 January 6 – First day of class after winter break January 31 - Summer intake ends February 3 - Winter intake begins July 17 - Winter intake ends Learn more about Harmonized
Learn basic Reiki healing techniques for self, friends and pets with this ancient healing practice. Reiki Level 1 is required before taking "Reiki Level 2" or "Reiki for Pets".
Reiki energy healing can greatly benefit any animal. When an animal's chakra is unbalanced, it can lead to behavioural or emotional issues, or physical disease in the area of the chakra. Learn Reiki techniques for pets in this course. Reiki Level 1 is a pre-requisite.
Become a Reiki practitioner. Reiki Level 2 lays the foundation for becoming a practitioner trained in the traditional Usui method. Level 1 is a requisite for this course.