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Through our practical, up-to-date programs, Capilano University is helping local government employees throughout BC achieve their career goals, and local government employers meet their succession, retention and recruitment needs.

Why study public administration at CapU?

Our courses are designed for people currently employed by municipalities, regional districts, First Nations governments, improvement districts and supporting agencies in BC.

What are our strengths? 

  • Highly relevant and practical program content;
  • Expert faculty; and
  • Interactive, in-person courses for working professionals. 

Through seminars, course readings, assignments, in-class activities and discussions, students examine a wide range of current practices and issues, developing critical thinking, writing and presentation skills. As a result, students learn how to be more effective leaders, managers and change agents in their organizations.

PADM vision

To be the first choice in professional development for BC local government employers and employees, offering excellence in educational experience and helping professionals achieve their career goals. Our graduates are independent learners, thinkers and doers actively contributing to their communities.

Our faculty

One of the key strengths of Capilano University’s Local Government Programs is our faculty. Our faculty are experienced instructors and professionals, all of whom have held senior positions in local government. They often draw on guest faculty from the field with expertise in specific topic areas.

Since 1994, hundreds of local government practitioners have volunteered their time and expertise to our courses, helping to develop a new generation of local government leaders.

Our partners

All our programs and courses have been developed in consultation with senior local government professionals and partner organizations, including the Local Government Management Association of BC and the provincial Board of Examiners.

Other key partners include the Municipal Finance Authority of BC and Civicinfo BC, which provide invaluable support for program development and promotion. We strive to keep our programs affordable.

Resources for CapU students

We’re here to support you at every step of your education journey. Check out Learning Support – an area for all students to grow in confidence as they master course material and gain new skills. Our specialized support centres include:

CapU’s Career Development Centre can help you find employment throughout your studies and as you move into the professional world. Here you’ll find a list of Professional Associations to be part of – an integral step in building your career.

And keep an eye out for the many student associations that offer networking events, opportunities to meet industry leaders from your field of study, and social get-togethers.

Allison Habkirk BA (Hons), MA, MPA, MCIP
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
Cedar Building, room CE323
ahabkirk@capilanou.ca
Farnoosh Sam
Administrative Lead, MoveUP Job Steward
MoveUP Union Office
Faculty of Global and Community Studies
School of Kinesiology
School of Outdoor Recreation Management
School of Tourism Management
School of Public Administration

604 986 1911 ext. 3082
Fir Building, room FR539
farnooshsam@capilanou.ca
Jamie McEwan
Chair, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
jamiemcewan2@capilanou.ca
Jerry Berry B.Sc., MPA
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
geraldberry@capilanou.ca
John Leeburn
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
johnleeburn@capilanou.ca
Linda Adams B.Sc.
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
lindaadams@capilanou.ca
Lisa Zwarn
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
lzwarn@capilanou.ca
Natasha Mrkic-Subotic MBA, EdD
Acting Dean, Global & Community Studies
School of Outdoor Recreation Management
School of Tourism Management
Dean's Office - Faculty of Global and Community Studies
School of Public Administration
School of Kinesiology

604 990 7819 ext. 7819
Fir Building, room FR541
nmrkic@capilanou.ca
Stephen Fleming
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
sfleming@capilanou.ca
Talia Laberge
Divisional Assistant
School of Public Administration

604 990 7976 ext. 7976
Cedar Building, room CE324
talialaberge@capilanou.ca
Todd Pugh
Instructor, School Public Administration
School of Public Administration

604 990 7907 ext. 7907
toddpugh@capilanou.ca

Have a question?

Get in touch with us!

About this program

School of Public Administration
604 990 7976
Cedar Building, room 324
localgovernment@capilanou.ca

General inquiries

Student Information Services
Library Building, room LB152

604-984-4900
604-984-1798 (fax)
registration@capilanou.ca