Capilano University announces first on-campus student housing complex
Capilano University (CapU) is pleased to announce plans for the University’s first on-campus student housing complex. Anne Kang, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training, and CapU President Paul Dangerfield made this announcement earlier today on the future site of this student life hub on the University’s main campus. The six-storey, 8,250 square metre complex will include 362-bed accommodation, a dining hall building, laundry facilities, student study areas, and lounge space.
- Apr 12
Destination Vancouver and Capilano University launches unique event legacy research study
Capilano University and Destination Vancouver partnership will result in a study of best practices in conferences and events, designed to increase overall sustainability of global tourism sector through societal impacts from the events industry.
- Mar 29
Capilano University enters purchase agreement for oceanfront property in Squamish, B.C.
Capilano University is pleased to confirm it has entered into a purchase agreement with Oceanfront Squamish. The University will pay $5 million for the purchase of two (2) acres of waterfront property in the Oceanfront Squamish development. This is a step forward towards CapU moving on its priority of delivering relevant high-quality educational programming in Squamish, for the benefit of communities along the Sea-to-Sky corridor.
- Mar 17
CapU hosts Minister of Tourism Randy Boissonnault for a visit with Tourism Management students
Capilano University was pleased to host federal Minister of Tourism Randy Boissonnault for a visit to our campus on Friday, March 11. Students in Tourism Management and Outdoor Recreation Management had the opportunity to present tourism research projects, ask questions and share ideas.
- Mar 15
COVID-19: Your Top Three Questions Answered
You asked the question, we have the answer. CapU answers the top three questions in January 2022
- Mar 14
Mask-wearing optional on CapU campuses and learning locations
Effective March 11, 2022, mask-wearing will be optional for all students, employees and visitors present on our main campus, kálax-ay/Sunshine Coast campus, CapU Lonsdale, student housing and other CapU learning locations, including classrooms, common areas and office spaces where the public is being served.
- Mar 11
Capilano University welcomes Ramin Shadmehr as dean, Faculty of Fine & Applied Arts
Ramin Shadmehr has joined Capilano University as the new dean, Fine & Applied Arts.
- Mar 8
New Holland College and Capilano University pathway agreement allows diploma graduates to complete a business degree
Holland College and Capilano University (CapU) have signed a degree pathway agreement that gives graduates from the college’s Business Administration, Marketing and Advertising Management, and Small Business Management programs the opportunity to receive credit for their Holland College credentials when they continue their studies at the North Vancouver university.
- Mar 7
Uniting for Ukraine
In recent days, the world has watched as the Russian government escalates its invasion of Ukraine. We join the international community’s calls for de-escalation and an immediate resolution to the conflict. Our hearts are with all who are directly in harm’s way as a result, and we remain hopeful for the return of peace.
- Mar 4
Joint statement on Black History Month: We commit to Black inclusion and flourishing
Capilano University, the Capilano Students’ Union (CSU), the Capilano Faculty Association (CFA), and the Movement of United Professionals (MoveUP) have issued a joint statement on the occasion of Black History Month
- Feb 28