We invite you to get to know us! Explore our campuses, our history and our news and events.
A few facts
Capilano University, then a college, was founded in British Columbia, Canada, in 1968. Our North Vancouver campus opened in 1973, and our Squamish campus welcomed students in Fall 2024. CapU also offers programming at the TŚzil Learning Centre in Mt. Currie in partnership with the Lílwat Nation, as well as on the Sunshine Coast.
In 2008, the provincial government changed our designation to Capilano University.
Capilano University respectfully acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded territories of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam) Nations.
CapU enrols over 9,000 students in for-credit programs, offers over 100 programs and provides more than 1700 work-integrated learning experiences for students through field placements, internships and professional practicums.
To learn more Capilano University’s history and growth, visit Our History.
Our Vision: A University Inspired by Imagination
Capilano University transforms the lives of learners, employees and communities with experiences and engagement opportunities to actualize their passion and potential.
We are a dynamic and accountable place of thought and action that inspires imagination, prioritizes health and well-being and positively contributes to people and the planet.
Learn more about our plans for the future of CapU and how we're taking on the unique challenges post-secondaries are facing in the next decade on our Envisioning 2030 page.
Our locations
Capilano University has campuses in North Vancouver and Squamish, with additional programming available on the Sunshine Coast and the Ts̓zil Learning Centre in Mount Currie.
To learn more about getting here, parking, carpooling, public transit, or getting around campus, visit Our Locations.
News, events and Capsule stories
There is a lot going on at CapU every day. Check the latest News, find out what's happening in our Events calendar and take a deeper look at the people and stories who make up the CapU community in Capsule.