North Island College Board of Governors Regular Meeting to Be Held at Komoux Hall Boardroom, Comox Valley Campus Thursday, March 27, 2014

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD AT KOMOUX HALL BOARDROOM, COMOX VALLEY CAMPUS THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2014

AGENDA

Topic Attachment Action

1. PRESENTATION (to start at 11:45 a.m.) 1.1 Remote Web-based Lab (RWSL)  Information Albert Balbon, Distributed Learning Supervisor

NOTE: The Board will recess for lunch at 12:30 p.m. and re-convene the meeting at 1:15 p.m. 2. CALL TO ORDER 2.1 Adoption of Agenda To adopt 2.2 Adoption of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of  To approve January 30, 2014 2.3 Adoption of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of  To approve February 27, 2014 3. BOARD BUSINESS 3.1 Board Action Items Log as of February 27, 2014  Information 3.2 Executive Committee Report  Information 3.3 Finance and Audit Committee Report Information 3.4 Governance and Human Resources Committee Report Information 3.5 Bylaw No. 2 – Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest  To approve Guidelines 3.6 Regional Reports Information 4. REPORTS 4.1 President 4.1.1 President’s Report  Information 4.1.2 Regional Learning Councils  Information 4.1.3 Information re: NICFA Presentation of January 30, 2014  Information 4.2 Vice President, Education 4.2.1 New Credential - PDD Accounting and Finance Option  To approve 4.2.2 New Credential-PDD Pre-Chartered Professional Accountant  To approve 4.2.3 Underground Mining Essentials Program-Adjustment of Fees  To approve 4.2.4 Benefits of Applied Research  Information 4.2.5 Regional Highlights  Information 4.3 Vice President, Finance and Facilities 4.3.1 Campus and Facilities Plan  Information 4.3.2 2014/2015 Budget Approval  To approve 4.4 Vice President, Student and Educational Services & Planning 4.4.1 NIC Core Review Interim Progress Report  Information 4.4.2 Fall 2014 Student Applications Report  Information 4.5 Chair, Education Council 4.5.1 Education Council Report  Information

5. INFORMATION 5.1 Closing summary received February 14, 2014 from the Office of the Ombudsperson regarding the College’s Policy 3-26 Academic Honesty and Standards 5.2 Correspondence received February 20, 2014 from the North Island Students Union regarding the collection of new student membership fee

6. NEXT MEETING DATES  Regular meeting – Thursday, May 29, 2014, PH099, Mount Waddington Campus 7. ADJOURNMENT

RWSL at North Island College What is RWSL Benefits of RWSL The Remote Web‐based Science Laboratory Students, instructors or anyone that cannot (RWSL) at North Island College is a suite of access face‐to‐face laboratory services are audio, video, hardware and software that NIC typical users of RWSL. For instance: to replace has developed into a system which allows users elements of a lab kit for distance students; to to view, interact, control and collect real data enable students who cannot attend scheduled from actual science lab equipment in real‐time face‐to‐face lab sessions due to family or job over the Internet. related responsibilities; to enable greater access Some of the equipment that students can for students who have certain physical currently view and control in real time are disabilities; and for schools who would like their microscopes with camera and auto loaders, students to be able to access to specific, high‐ spectrometers with varying light sources, air quality scientific equipment or a specialized tracks/sleds, e/m apparatus and speed of light function such as florescence on a microscope. In all while collecting live data. Other science lab addition, the RWSL technology may be suitable equipment can and will be added. for face‐to‐face lab applications for demonstration purposes.

RWSL Partners We are currently working with partners from the North American Science Labs Online (NANSLO), the Colorado Community College system (CCCS), and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU). To date, the RWSL has been successful in receiving over $1.3 million dollars in grant funding. Our valued funding partners have Why was RWSL developed? included the Inukshuk Fund, BCcampus, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Flora Hewitt RWSL was initially developed to allow students Foundation and currently the Trade Adjustment to access and control a telescope and camera Assistance Community College and Career combination. Allowing NIC Astronomy Online Training Grant Program implemented by the US students to explore the Universe from the Department of Labour. In addition, we partner comfort of their homes. The continuing with many other organizations in developing evolution of RWSL allows for the control of RWSL technologies. many more pieces of science lab equipment facilitating remotely controlled learning for web based science courses.

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS HELD IN THE THIRD COURSE BISTRO, CAMPBELL RIVER CAMPUS THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT B. Calder, Community Member, Comox Valley Region, Chair B. Bell, Community Member, Comox Valley Region, Vice Chair J. Bowman, President R. Grant, Community Member, Campbell River Region S. Kenny, Community Member, Port Alberni Region A. Hamilton, Community Member, Comox Valley Region C. Hodgson, Faculty Representative H. Howie, Chair, Education Council D. Lamb, Community Member, Campbell River Region J. Lobay, Student Representative V. Mundy, Community Member, Port Alberni Region K. Nelson, Community Member, Mount Waddington Region R. Reid, Executive Assistant to the Board of Governors C. Reyno, Support Staff Representative A. Walia, Student Representative

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT J. Round, Community Member, Comox Valley Region

ALSO PRESENT S. Auchterlonie, Director, College and Community Relations C. Baert, Vice President, Finance and Facilities K. Crewe, Director, Human Resources and Organizational Development L. Domae, Vice President, Student and Educational Services & Planning M. Herringer, Executive Director, International Education ______

1. CALL TO ORDER B. Calder, Chair, called the meeting to order at 1:12 p.m. and reminded everyone of the policies on Board meetings. 1.1 Adoption of Agenda Moved B. BELL/Seconded J. LOBAY: THAT THE BOARD ADOPT THE REGULAR AGENDA OF JANUARY 30, 2014 AS CIRCULATED. Motion carried 1.2 Adoption of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 28, 2013 A minor spelling error was noted on the minutes of the regular meeting of November 28, 2013.

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Moved K. NELSON/ Seconded C. HODGSON: THAT BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2013 AS AMENDED. Motion carried 2. PRESENTATIONS 2.1 NIC Faculty Association J. Bowman introduced Shirley Ackland, president of the North Island College Faculty Association (NICFA). S. Ackland introduced some of NICFA’s executive who were also present at the meeting and passed around a hand-out of her presentation. In summary, S. Ackland commented on government’s funding of rural colleges and shared NICFA’s concerns about budgetary constraints. S. Ackland and NICFA executive left the meeting at 1:33 p.m. 2.2 NSERC Funded Research in Sustainable Finfish Aquaculture J. Bowman introduced Dr. Stephen Cross, NIC’s Industry Research Chair, who is tasked with managing the College’s NSERC funded research in sustainable finfish aquaculture. Dr. Cross presented a PowerPoint presentation showing the ongoing research, how he’s working with industry partners, and some of the aquaculture farms participating in the research. B. Calder requested Dr. Cross to make another presentation to the Board at a future meeting for an update and to discuss how applied research can be beneficial to the College. Dr. Cross left the meeting at 2:04 p.m. 3. BOARD BUSINESS 3.1 Finance and Audit Committee Appointments B. Calder welcomed J. Lobay and D. Lamb to the Finance and Audit Committee. 3.2 Board of Governors 2014 Work Plan B. Calder presented the 2014 Work Plan which summarizes what was discussed at the November 2013 Board Retreat. He added that an action item log will be generated so that Board Members will be able to keep track of what has been done and what needs to be done in the future. He suggested that the Board use the work plan and update every year following developments that will be recorded in the action item log. The Board approved the 2014 Work Plan as presented.

3.3 Domestic Tuition and Fee Bylaw #4 L. Domae presented the proposed 2014 Domestic Tuition and Fee Bylaw #4, citing the Ministry’s announcement of a 2% limit on tuition and fees increases. J. Lobay acknowledged the post-secondary education sector’s tight financial situation but noted that an annual 2% increase compounds the cost of acquiring education to the student. She urged the College not to create financial barriers for students and look at what North Island residents can afford. J. Lobay also acknowledged that the College has been receiving reduced base operating fund and for this reason, she urged the Board to keep advocating for the College. B. Calder assured the Board that advocacy is a priority.

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Moved S. KENNY/K. NELSON: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE A 2% INCREASE IN TUITION AND FEES AND BYLAW NO. 4, 2014 – DOMESTIC TUITION AND FEE BYLAW. Opposed: J. LOBAY, A. WALIA Abstained: C. HODGSON Motion carried 3.4 Executive Committee Report B. Calder corrected the report to include A. Hamilton in attendance. He also highlighted advocacy work by planning on meeting with MLAs in Victoria with J. Bowman.

3.5 Finance and Audit Committee Report A. Hamilton reported that the committee met with the investment adviser to discuss the College’s investment policy. She added that the committee reviewed the proposed changes to the investment policy in detail as well as reviewed the financial statements, year-end and audit planning reports.

3.6 Governance and Human Resources Committee Report S. Kenny reported that the committee met twice in January to discuss Bylaw #2 and related policies. He confirmed that the committee will report back to the Board at its March meeting with proposed changes to the bylaw.

3.7 Regional Reports R. Grant reported on a number of development activities in the Campbell River area including the construction of long-term care facility, an office building and the regional hospital which is projected to start construction in late spring. S. Kenny reported on the signing of a new 5-year collective bargaining agreement with City of Port Alberni’s employee union. V. Mundy reported on the Ucluelet First Nation’s work on updating its constitution. C. Hodgson reported on attending a Christmas mixer with the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce. She also added that plans are already underway for an oceans workshop to be held in the Ucluelet area in April. A. Walia provided assistance during the international students’ orientation earlier in January. J. Lobay reported on a few North Island Student Union events held in the Port Alberni, Campbell River and Comox Valley campuses including stress-buster and welcome back events. She also attended a general meeting of the Canadian Federation of Students with two other students.

4. REPORTS 4.1 President 4.1.1 President’s Report J. Bowman commented that NICFA’s presentation at this meeting is different from the presentation S. Ackland did at a recent Senior Leadership Team meeting. He reported on attending a BC College presidents’ meeting where other college presidents likewise expressed concerns over budget cuts as well as the Federal government’s reduced ESL funding. J. Bowman also highlighted meetings with key community groups in Port Alberni and Mount Waddington. On inquiry about his meeting with School of Business faculty, J. Bowman reported that faculty is interested in helping to raise funds and in getting students involved with potential public-private funding partnerships. He has requested a written report from the School of Business for SLT to discuss at a future meeting. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS JANUARY 30, 2014 FINAL DRAFT Page 4 ______

The Board recessed at 2:38 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 2:44 p.m. 4.2 Vice President, Education 4.2.1 New Tuition – CPS 104 and BIO 250 In J. Carrie’s absence, L. Domae presented tuition and lab fees for two new optional courses, CPS 104 for students planning to pursue an Engineering degree at the University of Victoria and BIO 250 for students going onto research programs, adding that the courses were developed based on student demand. Moved D. LAMB/Seconded C. HODGSON: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE FOLLOWING TUITION AND FEES:

TUITION CPS 104 $111.84 per credit BIO 250 $111.84 per credit

LAB FEE CPS 104 $106.12 BIO 250 $106.12 Motion carried 4.2.2 Regional Highlights Report L. Domae likewise presented the regional highlights report on J. Carrie’s behalf. She particularly noted the Lifetime Achievement Award received by Port Alberni instructor Michael Catchpole from the Instructional Technology Council for his contributions to long term innovation and leadership in distance education. B. Calder will send a letter of acknowledgement to M. Catchpole on the Board’s behalf. 4.3 Vice President, Student and Education Services & Planning 4.3.1 Fall 2013/Winter 2014 Credit Enrolment Report L. Domae presented the report that provides a snapshot of enrolment activities between September 2013 and January 2014. This report shows enrolment numbers for international education (IE) separate from the domestic. Board Members noted the increase in IE numbers. M. Herringer provided information on government efforts, both provincial and federal, at marketing Canadian education and lessons learned historically from other countries. Regarding impact of international students on local communities, he assured the Board that IE is partnering with school districts at strategically placing international students and making sure they are fully supported within the community where they are placed. L. Domae also acknowledged the work of Cheryl O’Connor, Dean for Continuing Education, at securing one-time-only funding to run programs. 4.4 Vice President, Finance and Facilities 4.4.1 Review of Investment Portfolio C. Baert reported that the Finance and Audit Committee did an overall review of the policy in conjunction with the annual investment portfolio review as well as the policy review process.

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Moved K. NELSON/Seconded R. GRANT: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE THE INVESTMENT PROGRAM DATED FEBRUARY 1, 2014; THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE THE INVESTMENT POLICY EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 1, 2014. Motion carried 4.4.2 Third Quarter Financial Statements for 2013-2014 The Board received the Third Quarter Financial Statements for 2013-2014. 4.4.3 Financial Projections to Year End 2013/2014 C. Baert reported that the College is on track to end the fiscal year 2013/2014 in a balanced position, adding a recommendation that the Board approve a $60,000 donation to the Foundation. Moved A. HAMILTON/Seconded K. NELSON: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS APPROVES A DONATION OF UP TO $60,000 BE MADE TO THE NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2014 PROVIDING THAT NET REVENUES ARE AVAILABLE TO FUND THE DONATION. Motion carried 4.5 Chair, Education Council 4.4.1 Education Council Report The Board received the NIC Education Council Report. 4.6 Executive Director, NIC Foundation 4.6.1 NIC Foundation Report The Board received the NIC Foundation report which included a thank-you letter from a student award recipient. 5. INFORMATION The Board received the following information:  Correspondence dated December 20, 2013 to Ministry of Advanced Education re NIC’s First Report on Core Review of Programming  Correspondence received January 6, 2014 from the Ministry of Advanced Education re NIC’s 2012-2013 IAPR  Correspondence received January 14, 2014 from the Office of the Ombudsperson re NIC files from October 1 to December 31, 2013  Correspondence dated January 15, 2014 from the Ministry of Advanced Education re the draft 2014/2015 Government Letter of Expectations

6. NEXT MEETING DATES  Joint meeting with NIC Foundation Board – Thursday, February 27, 2014, Komoux Hall Boardroom, Comox Valley Campus  Regular meeting – Thursday, March 27, 2014, Komoux Hall Boardroom, Comox Valley Campus  In-Camera meeting – Thursday, March 27, 2014, immediately following the regular meeting

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7. ADJOURNMENT Moved J. LOBAY /Seconded C. HODGSON: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS ADJOURN TO ITS IN-CAMERA MEETING. Motion carried

Time: 3:21 p.m.

Bruce Calder, Chair Rachel Reid, Executive Assistant

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BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT B. Calder, Community Member, Comox Valley Region, Chair B. Bell, Community Member, Comox Valley Region, Vice Chair J. Bowman, President R. Grant, Community Member, Campbell River Region S. Kenny, Community Member, Port Alberni Region C. Hodgson, Faculty Representative H. Howie, Chair, Education Council D. Lamb, Community Member, Campbell River Region J. Lobay, Student Representative V. Mundy, Community Member, Port Alberni Region K. Nelson, Community Member, Mount Waddington Region R. Reid, Executive Assistant to the Board of Governors C. Reyno, Support Staff Representative J. Round, Community Member, Comox Valley Region A. Walia, Student Representative

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT A. Hamilton, Community Member, Comox Valley Region

ALSO PRESENT S. Auchterlonie, Director, College and Community Relations C. Baert, Vice President, Finance and Facilities J. Carrie, Vice President, Education K. Crewe, Director, Human Resources and Organizational Development L. Domae, Vice President, Student and Educational Services & Planning M. Herringer, Executive Director, International Education ______

1. CALL TO ORDER B. Calder, Chair, called the meeting to order at 11:02 a.m. and reminded everyone of the policies surrounding the conduct of Board meetings. 1.1 Adoption of Agenda Moved V. MUNDY/Seconded B. BELL: THAT THE BOARD ADOPT THE REGULAR AGENDA OF FEBRUARY 27, 2014 AS CIRCULATED. Motion carried

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2. REPORTS 2.1 Vice President, Education 2.1.1 New Credential - Welder Foundation Certificate J. Carrie provided information on a new credential that is essentially a re-naming of the current Level C Welding which is the foundation course towards certification as a Red Seal welder. Moved J. ROUND/Seconded J. LOBAY: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CREDENTIAL, WELDER FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE;

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE FOLLOWING TUITION:

Program fee $2088.66 (formally Level C program fee) Lab and Supply fee $270.53 (formally Level C lab fee)

Motion carried

3. NEXT MEETING DATES  Regular meeting – Thursday, March 27, 2014, Komoux Hall Boardroom, Comox Valley Campus  In-Camera meeting – Thursday, March 27, 2014, immediately following the regular meeting

4. ADJOURNMENT Moved C. HODGSON /Seconded J. LOBAY: THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS ADJOURN TO ITS IN-CAMERA MEETING. Motion carried

Time: 11:08 a.m.

Bruce Calder, Chair Rachel Reid, Executive Assistant

NIC Board Action Items Log

# ITEM SOURCE ACTION ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE Understanding credit enrolment BOG meeting - September 26, Report on student application 1 report 2013 cycles from SLT J. Bowman TBD BOG meeting - September 26, Review of processes used 2 Cheque signing policy 2013 around cheque signing C. Baert TBD BOG meeting - October 24, A. Balbon to be requested to 3 RWSL demo 2013 present R. Reid 31-Mar-14 President to meet with VIHA re BOG meeting - November 28, J. Bowman to meet with 4 rural health program 2013 Brendan Carr J. Bowman 31-Mar-14 BOG meeting - January 30, SLT to report back on progress 5 Core Review 2140 of core review L. Domae 31-Mar-14 BOG 2014 Workplan - January Evaluate committees' 6 Committee Evaluation 30, 2014 performance S. Kenny 26-Jun-14 BOG 2014 Workplan - January 7 Risk Management Oversight 30, 2014 Finance & Audit to present A. Hamilton TBD Policy/Bylaw Updates (conflict of Approve new revised interest, student appeals, unruly BOG 2014 Workplan - January policies/bylaws (Bylaw 2 to be 8 behaviour) 30, 2014 presented in March) S. Kenny 31-Mar-14 BOG 2014 Workplan - January New approach defined & 9 Board Orientation 30, 2014 prepared incldg. mentoring J. Bowman Sep-14 Individual Board Member BOG 2014 Workplan - January Prepare individually & Board to 10 Objectives 30, 2014 approve B. Calder Sep-14 Presentation to focus on Dr. Cross to report back re NIC BOG meeting - January 30, applied research and benefits 11 impacts 2014 to NIC J. Bowman Oct-14

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NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 3.2 Executive Committee Report

Executive summary

The Executive Committee met on Friday, February 14, 2014 to discuss a few items relating to the February 27, 2014 joint meeting with the NIC Foundation Board, relationship-building with key ministry people and the VIHA Board, ownership of intellectual property and the Board action log. Bruce Calder (Chair), Bruce Bell (Vice Chair) and Judith Round (Member), John Bowman (President) and Rachel Reid (Executive Assistant) attended the meeting.

1. Upcoming joint meeting with NIC Foundation Board – what are our desired outcomes? Committee members discussed what possible outcomes could come out of the joint meeting with the NIC Foundation Board and how the College can proceed with planning for capital projects. The committee agreed on the following:  Use existing capital funds to jumpstart a project but also approach Government for matching funds;  Identify a capital project that will galvanize the relationship between NIC Board of Governors and NIC Foundation Board  Designate a member to represent the Board in the NIC Foundation Board 2. Lobbying government sooner than later; begin process of relationship-building 3. Committee members wanted to find out about intellectual property – who owns what when the College receives funding for a particular project. 4. The Chair and Vice Chair would like to meet with the Island Health Board Chair, Don Hubbard. R. Reid will provide D. Hubbard’s contact information to B. Calder. 5. The Committee agreed that the Board Action Log will be included in the Board agenda packages, separating the regular items from in-camera items.

The Executive Committee met again on Thursday, March 13, 2014 with B. Calder, B. Bell, J. Round, J. Bowman and R. Reid in attendance. The Committee reviewed, edited and approved the agendas for both regular and in-camera meetings of March 27, 2014. It also discussed and updated the Board Action Items Log. J. Bowman continues to work with the office of Minister Don McRae to coordinate meetings between key Ministries and the Board Chair/Vice Chair.

B. Calder will be contacting Board Members who might be interested in participating in the forthcoming ACCC 2014 Annual Conference which will take place in May. He will let R. Reid know who the two Board Members are in order for her to register by April 15.

The committee also agreed to allow the regular Board agenda package to be posted on the College website. Currently, only the regular agenda cover sheet is posted publicly.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 3.5 Bylaw #2 - Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Guidelines (attachment)

Background

The Governance and Human Resources Committee was tasked to review both Board bylaws and policies. At its meeting of January 9, 2014, the Committee reviewed and discussed in detail Board Bylaw #2 – Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Guidelines which was last reviewed in year 2008. The Committee met again on January 30, 2014 to finalize the bylaw as revised and updated.

For greater clarity in both language and delineation of authority, the Committee will move forward in incorporating Board policies into Board Bylaws for presentation to and approval by the Board at future meetings. The Committee also agreed to incorporate provisions for procedural and administrative processes such as regular bylaw reviews and monitoring, conduct of meetings and expected behaviour during meetings, etc. into the Board Bylaws.

Action:

For the Board’s approval.

Suggested Resolution:

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE BOARD BYLAW NO. 2, 2014 – CODE OF CONDUCT AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST GUIDELINES.

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BYLAW NO. 2, 2014 ______

A BYLAW TO ESTABLISH BOARD OF GOVERNORS CODE OF CONDUCT AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST GUIDELINES ______

1. PURPOSE/RATIONALE 1.1 Members of the Board must avoid any conflict of interest that might impair or impugn the independence, integrity or impartiality of their Board. There must be no apprehension of bias based on what a reasonable person might perceive. 1.2 Members of the Board who are in any doubt must disclose their circumstances and consult with the Chair.

2. SCOPE 2.1 All Board members, appointed or elected, voting or non-voting and ex officio.

3. DEFINITIONS 3.1 Board - the governing Board as defined in the College and Institute Act (“the Act”) and includes External members, Internal employee members, Student members and the Board employee member. 3.2 External member - a community member appointed by Order in Council. 3.3 Internal employee member - a member of the faculty or support staff working at the College, elected by his or her peers to the Board as allowed under the Act (including the ex officio position of Chair of Education Council). 3.4 Student member - a student elected to the Board by his or her peers as allowed under the Act. 3.5 Board employee member - the President of the College who is named in the Act as a non- voting member of the Board. 3.6 Board Chair - an External member elected annually to the position of the Chair from among the voting Board members by a majority vote.

4. PRINCIPLES 4.1 Part One: Code of Ethics 4.1.1 Each Board member is primarily responsible for the welfare of the institution and therefore must function as a Board member, not as a member of any particular constituency. 4.1.2 Members of specific constituency groups such as faculty, staff or students may bring forward to the Board discussions on the views of their respective constituency; however, in deliberations and voting they shall always act in accordance with the best interest of the College as a whole.

2 4.1.3 Board members’ interaction with the President or with staff must recognize the lack of authority in any individual Board member or group of Board members. 4.1.4 Board members will make no judgment of the President or staff performance except as that performance is assessed against explicit Board policies and decisions by the official process. 4.1.5 Board members are expected to act at all times in good faith and with honesty and due diligence. 4.1.6 Board members are expected to regularly attend meetings and to adequately prepare for the duties expected of them: “If a member of the Board has not attended three (3) consecutive regular meetings of the Board, the member is no longer a member of the Board unless excused by resolution of the Board.” The College and Institute Act, [6, 59.7]. 4.1.7 Board members shall use their level of knowledge and expertise effectively in dealing with the affairs of the institution. 4.1.8 Board members shall stand by and uphold Board policies, College policies, and decisions of the Board. 4.1.9 The conduct and language of Board members must be free from any discrimination or harassment prohibited by the Human Rights Code. 4.1.10 Board members’ conduct shall reflect social standards of courtesy, respect and dignity. 4.1.11 Board members must not reveal or divulge confidential information received in the course of their duties. 4.1.12 Confidential information must not be used for any purpose outside that of undertaking the work of the Board. To this end each member of the Board shall take due care to ensure that confidential information of the Board is not made public. 4.1.13 The Board speaks as with one voice. The Board Chair or someone designated by the Chair represents the Board in the public. All Board members must refer to the Chair for public comments about the Board and its decisions. 4.1.14 Performance of Board duties shall not result in any personal or private financial or other substantive gain for its members. (Private gain does not include honoraria for service on the Board.)

4.2 Part Two: Conflict Of Interest 4.2.1 A conflict of interest arises when a Board member’s private interest supersedes or competes with his/her dedication to the interests of the institution. This could arise from Real, Potential or Apparent Conflict of Interest for a Board member or related persons and may be financial or otherwise. For this purpose:

4.2.1.1 A “Real Conflict of Interest” occurs when a Board member exercises an official power or performs an official duty or function and at the same time, knows that in the performance of this duty or function or in the exercise of power there is the opportunity to further a private interest.

4.2.1.2 A “Potential Conflict of Interest” occurs when there exists some private interest that could influence the performance of a member’s duty or function or in the exercise of power provided that he or she has not yet exercised that duty or function.

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3 4.2.1.3 An “Apparent Conflict of Interest” exists when there is a reasonable apprehension which reasonably well-informed persons could properly have that a Real Conflict of Interest exists on the part of the member.

4.2.2 Actions taken in the course of performing duties as a member of the Board shall neither cause nor suggest the reality or perception that the member’s ability to perform or exercise those duties has been or could be affected by private gain or interest. All Board members shall ensure that: 4.2.2.1 Personal financial interests, assets or holdings are not in conflict with any decision, information or other matter that may be heard by or acted upon by the Board. 4.2.2.2 Activities undertaken as a private citizen are not in conflict with any responsibilities held as a member of the Board. 4.2.2.3 Activities undertaken as a member of the Board are not in conflict with any activities undertaken as a private citizen. 4.2.2.4 They remain impartial at all times toward individuals who deal with the Board and, as a member, avoid taking any action that may result in preferential treatment for any individual. 4.2.2.5 Personal employment is not dependent on any decision, information or other matter that may be heard by or acted upon by the Board. 4.2.2.6 Other memberships, directorships, voluntary or paid positions or affiliations, are not in conflict with work undertaken in the course of performing their duties as a member of the Board. 4.2.3 Student members are not considered to be in conflict on issues related to fees and charges paid to the institution by students, and may engage in the full debate and vote on these issues. 4.2.4 A conflict of interest due to representation of or relation to a specific constituency may occasionally arise. In general, voting on matters which have an effect on a broad group (i.e., students, staff, faculty) by a member of that group is not considered a conflict of interest.

5. GUIDELINES TO IDENTIFY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

5.1 The following guidelines are intended to assist the members of the Board and the Board Chair to resolve or handle situations where a real, potential or apparent conflict of interest exists or the code of ethics has been breached.

5.2 Each member, regardless of how he or she becomes a member, has a responsibility first and foremost to the welfare of the institution and must function primarily as a member of the Board, not as a member of a particular constituency. While it is not possible to identify all real, potential or apparent conflicts of interest, there are general guidelines to assist members of the Board in considering their individual situations.

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4 5.3 In general, voting on matters which have an effect on a broad group (i.e. students, staff, faculty) by a member of that group is not considered a conflict of interest. However, conflict could reasonably be considered to exist for the following identified groups when considering these matters:

5.3.1 Decisions directly affecting a specific instructional program in which:

5.3.1.1 Board members are enrolled in the program 5.3.1.2 Board members are employed in the program 5.3.1.3 Board members related to persons enrolled in or employed in the program

5.3.2 Decisions related to labour negotiations for:

5.3.2.1 Faculty and support staff Board members 5.3.2.2 Board members related to persons who hold faculty and/or support staff positions at the institution 5.3.2.3 Board members related to persons who hold positions at other institutions who can be seen to gain from information divulged on these matters

5.4 Conflict may also be reasonably thought to occur when a Board member has a pecuniary interest with the institution. A pecuniary interest exists when a contract or other matter of a monetary nature is before the Board which affects:

5.4.1 a private company in which a member or related persons are a proprietor or shareholder 5.4.2 a public company in which the member, or related persons hold more than 10% of the shares issued of that public company 5.4.3 a partnership or firm in which the member or related persons are a member 5.4.4 a corporation in which the member is a director 5.4.5 an organization in which the member is a senior officer 5.4.6 a private society, crown corporation or other organization in which the member by virtue of office holes a position of influence

5.5 With respect to any in camera meeting, the Board Chair will ensure the agenda for the meeting is distributed to all members with enough time to allow a member to declare a conflict of interest prior to the distribution of supporting documents.

5.6 Determining the Existence of a Conflict of Interest

5.6.1 Board members, both elected and ex officio, have a responsibility to be aware of real, potential or apparent conflicts of interest. 5.6.2 Should a Board member become aware of any conflict of interest, the Board member is obliged to declare the conflict to the Board Chair and absent him or herself from any discussions or vote on the issue where the conflict occurs. Ideally the notification of the conflict would be given prior to a meeting. 5.6.3 Board members are expected to notify each other if they believe there is a conflict for one of their fellow Board members. This notification will be done in a respectful way, preferably prior to the meeting at which the issue will be discussed. If the Board member agrees he or she is in conflict, he or she should absent him or herself from the discussion and vote. 5.6.4 If a Board member does not agree he or she is in conflict, then that Board member is expected to seek the advice of the Board Chair who will make a decision or alternately ask the Board as a whole to make a decision on the conflict of interest.

March 2014

5 5.6.5 In any situation where a Board member is not sure if he or she is conflict, the Board member should seek the advice and decision of the Board Chair. Ideally, this consultation will occur prior to the meeting. The Board Chair also has the prerogative to discuss the potential conflict with the Board as a whole for their decision. 5.6.6 The Board Chair will examine the agenda with a view to determining potential or real conflict of interest. If the Board Chair believes there is a conflict of interest for any member of the Board, the Chair will advise the individual involved of the real or potential conflict of interest. 5.6.7 If the Board member agrees with the Board Chair’s decision, then he or she will declare the conflict at the commencement of the meeting to which the topic of conflict is scheduled and absent him or herself from the discussion and any vote with regard to the issue. 5.6.8 Following 5.6.5, the decision of the Chair, or the Board if consulted, is final.

6. OATH OF APPOINTMENT 6.1 The following Oath of Office is to be sworn, signed and dated before the Board at the commencement of all members’ first meeting with the Board. The Ministry suggests that either the Board Chair or a Commissioner of Oaths would be appropriate administrators of the Oath.

I, , sincerely promise and swear (or affirm) that I will truly, faithfully and impartially, to the best of my ability execute the duties and responsibilities of my position as a Member of the Board of North Island College. I have read and agree to abide by the Code of Conduct and the Conflict of Interest Bylaws of the institution.

Approved this XXh day of XXXXX, 2014.

______Chair, Board of Governors Executive Assistant, Board of Governors

March 2014

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

PRESIDENT’S REPORT TO THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS MARCH 27, 2014

This report will cover the period of January 30 – March 11, 2014.

Exempt Administration Meetings

 On January 30th, I chaired the Exempt administrators meeting. Updates were provided on the Ministry of Advanced Education (AVED) and the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills (JTST), AVED’s Core Review of Programming, and Collective Bargaining. Other agenda items included an overview of the Administrative Service Delivery Transformation (ASDT) and a debrief of the December 13th Bomb Threat.  On February 28th, I chaired another Exempt administrators meeting. C. Baert, VP Finance and Facilities provided an overview presentation of NIC’s 2014-2015 budget.

Excel Career College – Pauline Stevenson

On February 3rd, I had an introductory meeting with Excel Career College founder and President Pauline Stevenson.

Mount Waddington Learning Council

On February 6th, Jan Carrie, VP Education and Susan Auchterlonie, Director of College and Community Relations, and I travelled to Port McNeill for the inaugural meeting of the Mount Waddington Learning Council (MWLC). The MWLC is an advocacy, advisory and supporting body for adult, post-secondary and secondary education and training in the region. Its geographic scope encompasses the communities within boundaries of the Mount Waddington Regional District. MWLC will focus on helping to ensure that the regional communities' needs for access to adult, post-secondary education and training opportunities are met through effective collaboration, integration, planning and resource sharing on the part of organizations, institutions and communities.

English 160 Class

On February 12th, I attended an English 160 (Business Writing) class. Instructor Pat Carl invited me to explain how complaints are handled by the college and also to discuss topics raised in “complaint letters” that the students wrote as one of their English 160 assignments.

WoodTech21

On February 12th, Andrea Baluchi, Regional Director PA and Alberni-Clayoquot Region and I met with WoodTech21 at our PA campus. The draft Business Plan outline for WoodTech 21 was discussed.

Vacation

On February 17-21, I was away on vacation.

Tofino/Ucluelet Teleconference

On February 25th, I had a teleconference with Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne and Gord Johns, Executive Director of the Tofino-Long Beach Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of the call was to discuss the President’s Report to the Board of Governors, March 27, 2014 Page 2 status of the West Coast higher learning initiative and the Tofino and Ucluelet collaboration. The Tofino community leaders have expressed interest in supporting advocacy for the College.

Joint Meeting with NIC Foundation – Okanagan College

On February 27th, the joint Board of Governors/Foundation Board meeting featured Jim Hamilton, President of Okanagan College and Kathy Butler, Executive Director, Okanagan College Foundation sharing their experiences and knowledge regarding the processes involved in “campaign” fundraising. I believe it was very timely and will be of great benefit to North Island College.

Minister Don McRae

 On February 28th, I had a telephone call with Don McRae for an initial conversation about planning a Victoria visit for Chair Bruce Calder, Vice Chair Bruce Bell, and myself. Board members will recall that when Don met with the Board at the retreat in November, he suggested that the Board leadership plan to visit Victoria to meet with members of the government.

 On March 4th, I met with Don McRae and his Executive Assistant for a face-to-face meeting at the legislature in Victoria. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss planning for our NIC Board leadership to visit Victoria and our request for meetings with various government representatives. Don’s office will get back to us with some proposed dates.

Remote Web-based Science Laboratory (RWSL) Open House

On February 28th, I gave the welcoming remarks at the RWSL Open House. The Open House provided an opportunity for participants to see the technology in action and learn more about project activities, applications and opportunities and to try the technology first hand. Our partners from North American Network of Science Labs Online (NANSLO) from the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) shared their experiences teaching with the RWSL.

Superintendent, School District 70 (Alberni)

On February 28th, I spoke to Cam Pinkerton, Superintendent SD 70 for a preliminary discussion of the draft Terms of Reference and agenda of the inaugural meeting of the Alberni Valley Learning Council in March.

Alberni Valley Learning Council

The inaugural Alberni Valley Learning Council (AVLC) meeting was held on March 3rd. I developed a draft preliminary Terms of Reference for the AVLC for discussion at the meeting. The AVLC parallels the Mount Waddington Learning Council and will be an advocacy, advisory and supporting body for adult, post-secondary and secondary education and training in the region. The AVLC will focus on helping to ensure that the regional communities' needs for access to adult, post-secondary education and training opportunities are met through effective collaboration, integration, planning and resource sharing on the part of organizations, institutions and communities.

Vancouver Island Post-Secondary Education Alliance

On March 5th, the presidents of Camosun College, Royal Roads University, the University of Victoria, Vancouver Island University and I signed an agreement in Victoria creating the Vancouver Island Public Post-Secondary Alliance. As signatories to this alliance, the five institutions will join forces to further the social and economic prosperity of Vancouver Island and the province of British Columbia through a commitment to collaboration and cooperation.

President’s Report to the Board of Governors, March 27, 2014 Page 3

The Vancouver Island Public Post-Secondary Alliance agreement was signed at a meeting with Amrik Virk, Minister of Advanced Education, and Shirley Bond, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training in attendance. At this private meeting the presidents and ministers discussed the post-secondary system on Vancouver Island, specifically recent successes, challenges, student pathways, social and economic impact, as well as government priorities for advanced education and skills training.

The Presidents will meet again on April 25th at RRU in Victoria to discuss the next steps for the Alliance.

Left to right: J. Bowman, President NIC; J. Cassels, President UVIC; Hon. Shirley Bond, Minister JTST; K. Laurin, President Camosun; A.Cahoon, President RRU; Hon. Amrik Virk, Minister AVED; R. Nilson, President VIU

School District 71/Senior Leadership Team Joint Meeting

On March 5th, the Senior Leadership Team met with the senior administrators of SD 71 (Sherry Elwood, Superintendent; Tom Demeo, Assistant Superintendent; Esther Shatz, Director of Instruction (Student Services); Allan Douglas Director of Instruction (Elementary) and Rob Moore, District Principal (International Education)) at the CV campus.

The meeting was as an informal opportunity for us to get to know each other and to review existing collaborations. Out of the conversation, we identified some new opportunities for enhanced partnerships and have committed to meet again in the fall. In the short term, we will be working together to:  inform parents about NIC;  plan joint teacher/NIC faculty/staff events;  pilot RWSL projects; and  build on dual credit, international education, and student services collaborations.

College Budget Forums

As in past years, Budget Forums have been scheduled to share information to all employees about the college’s 2014/15 draft budget and to provide them with an opportunity to ask questions. The Budget Forums were held on:

 Tuesday, March 11, 12:00 – 1:00pm Comox Valley Campus, Komoux Hall Boardroom (with ITV transmission to Port Alberni and Mount Waddington)

 Wednesday, March 12, 11:30am – 1:00pm Campbell River Campus, Room C228

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.1.2 Regional Learning Councils (attachments)

Background/History

In order to strengthen the College’s connections with local stakeholders and partner organizations within the Mount Waddington and Alberni Valley regions the establishment of new “Learning Councils” has been initiated.

The draft Terms of Reference for the Learning Councils are attached for information.

Inaugural meetings were held:

 in Port McNeill on February 6

 in Port Alberni on March 3

Next meeting dates have been set for the Mount Waddington Learning Council on May 14 in Port McNeill and June 17 in Port Alberni.

Mount Waddington Learning Council

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Mandate and Purpose

The Mount Waddington Learning Council (MWLC) is an advocacy, advisory and supporting body for adult, post-secondary and secondary education and training in the region. Its geographic scope will encompass the communities within boundaries of the Mount Waddington Regional District. MWLC will focus on helping to ensure that the regional communities' needs for access to adult, post-secondary education and training opportunities are met through effective collaboration, integration, planning and resource sharing on the part of organizations, institutions and communities.

The purpose and function of the Council are to:

i. identify adult and post-secondary education needs and opportunities in the region; ii. support the implementation of programs and services to address identified needs and opportunities; iii. facilitate communication, collaboration and joint planning among communities and organizations; iv. advocate on behalf of the regional communities and institutions to seek and help secure additional and required resources from government (provincial, federal) and other funding agencies; and, v. undertake other specific goals and strategies related to the Mandate and Purpose.

Council Participation

Participation in the Council will be invited and encouraged from:

 School District #85 ● Namgis First Nation   North Island College ● N.I. Employment Foundations Society  District of Port Hardy ● Chambers of Commerce  Town of Port McNeill ● Community Futures of M.W.  Village of Port Alice ● Industry/Major Employers  Village of Alert Bay ● Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw  Mount Waddington Regional District ● Sointula  Others (students, community members)

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General Goals

 Build on and expand the mutual understanding and cooperation among communities, educational institutions and other agencies.

 Develop relationships, involvement and responsibilities.

 Develop protocols for governance, communication and political involvement.

 Expand participation by other sector groups and interested parties in the area.

 Other

Council Operations a) Meetings

Meetings will be held approximately quarterly (e.g., October, January, March, June).

The Chair and Secretary for the Council will be selected from/by the participants on an annual basis.

Administrative support services will be provided/shared by the participating organizations.

b) Decisions

Council decisions will generally be reached by consensus.

c) Agendas and Minutes

Agendas and minutes will be prepared and distributed before and after each meeting.

d) Communications

Regular electronic information sharing and local news media coverage.

Draft January 20, 2014

Alberni Valley Learning Council

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Mandate and Purpose

The Alberni Valley Learning Council (AVLC) is an advocacy, advisory and supporting body for adult, post-secondary and secondary education and training in the region. AVLC will focus on helping to ensure that the regional communities' needs for access to adult, post-secondary education and training opportunities are met through effective collaboration, integration, planning and resource sharing on the part of organizations, institutions and communities.

The purpose and function of the Council are to:

Council Participation

Participation in the Council will be invited and encouraged from:

 School District #70 ● Tseshat First Nation  North Island College ● Hupacasath First Nation  City of Port Alberni ● Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce  Community Futures Alberni ● Industry/Major Employers e.g.  Pacific Coast University (PCU) - Western Forest Products ● Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council - Canadian Alberni Engineering  Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District - Catalyst Paper  Other? - Other?

Draft: January 27, 2014

General Goals

 Build on and expand the mutual understanding and cooperation among communities, educational institutions and other agencies.

 Develop relationships, involvement and responsibilities.

 Develop protocols for governance, communication and political involvement.

 Expand participation by other sector groups and interested parties in the area.

 Other

Council Operations a) Meetings

Meetings will be held approximately quarterly (e.g., October, January, March, June).

The Chair and Secretary for the Council will be selected from/by the participants on an annual basis.

Administrative support services will be provided/shared by the participating organizations.

b) Decisions

Council decisions will generally be reached by consensus.

c) Agendas and Minutes

Agendas and minutes will be prepared and distributed before and after each meeting.

d) Communications

Regular electronic information sharing and local news media coverage.

Draft: January 27, 2014 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.1.3 Information re: NICFA Presentation, January 30, 2014

Background/History

On January 30, 2014 Shirley Ackland, President, NIC Faculty Association (NICFA) delivered a presentation to the Board of Governors during the regular public meeting.

During her presentation Ms. Ackland raised several issues and made suggestions that warrant some clarification and comment. These brief notes have been prepared to provide the Board of Governors with additional information and the perspective of the Senior Leadership Team.

 Growth in the total number of excluded administrative employees

Over the 10-year period from 2002 to 2012, NIC experienced significant growth in programs and student enrolment. Some additional specialized administrative leadership roles have been created to support new functions and the increased complexity of college operations, and to diversify revenue sources. Some administrative positions have been eliminated during this period. Total college expenditures across all categories have grown proportionately.

 Salary and total compensation paid to the college president

Executive and management compensation is controlled by the provincial government through the Public Sector Employers Council (PSEC). NIC’s compensation levels are consistent with the provincial system norms for colleges. During the past four years, there have been no general increases to Exempt compensation levels.

 Desire for better communication

The Senior Leadership Team shares NICFA’s desire to strengthen and improve communication and collaboration within the College. Several new and continuing structures and processes will assist in that regard.

 Funding formula for colleges

Unfortunately, there is no “funding formula” for colleges in British Columbia. Over the past 15 years, annual funding decisions have been predicated on the allocation of “growth FTEs”, sometime support for negotiated compensation increases (2009-2010), and occasional ad hoc across the board reductions (2008/09) or increases to grants (2009/10). For most of the past 10 years, funding levels have been “status quo.”

 Rural and small college challenges

A number of valid points are made regarding the challenges associated with rural college operations. Many of those themes mentioned in the NICFA presentation are incorporated into NIC’s ongoing advocacy activities. 1

 Areas of the college that don’t directly support students have grown

Ms. Ackland asserted in her presentation that facilities management, information technology, and marketing are all areas that were quite small 12 years ago and now these areas command a much larger share of the overall budget. In reality, these functions all directly support students and the college’s operations as a whole. The fact that their share of the budget has grown reflects the realities of delivering post-secondary education in the current marketplace and digital world and thus their increased importance to how the College does business, our need to recruit students, as well as the growth, maintenance and renewal of NIC’s facilities and technological infrastructure.

 Collapse two Vice President positions into one

College senior administrative leadership involves specialized knowledge, skills and expertise. Over the past 15 years, the complexity of college operations has grown with the College’s enrolment and program growth, more complex student needs, expanded facilities, changes to technology, and much more onerous government policy, planning and accountability reporting requirements.

The basic core functions and requirements of a modern college administration do not change greatly whether the institution enrolls 2,500 FTE (as does NIC) or 3,750 FTE (as does the President’s former college, CNC). The primary area of added administrative support is in connection with numbers of deans and academic administrators supervising faculty and staff involved in program development and delivery.

 Mobile Industrial Training Unit

Unfortunately, the higher costs associated with operating a Mobile Industrial Training Unit are not provided for through the Industry Training Authority (ITA) annual funding process. In order to own and operate such a unit, the College would need to prioritize this as a capital and operating expenditure, drawing funds from other activities. To date a business case for this has not been demonstrated.

 Early retirement incentives

Early retirement incentive payments may be a worthwhile strategy in limited circumstances. However, they can set up an expectation that encourages a person to delay retirement in order to receive a package. If the person retiring does not need to be replaced, that would result in an annual budgetary savings. In 2014/15 early retirement incentives do not appear to be warranted.

 Relocate administrative services

The relocation and decentralization of administrative support services personnel (e.g. Information Technology, Facilities, and Marketing) to Port Alberni Campus and Mt. Waddington Regional Campus would result in higher costs and greater operational complexity and cannot be considered as a serious option.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.2.1 New Credential - PDD Accounting and Finance Option

Background/History

The credential Business Administration PDD Accounting Option was approved in 2011. Since that time, there has been demand for increased program flexibility and options in financial course work. To satisfy demand, the program was recently revised and approved by Education Council to include an overview of financial basics. Students will now be introduced to accounting standards as well as provided with a general framework for financial decision making.

While not representing a significant change to overall composition, it was determined that the revision warranted a change in title to better reflect the newly integrated financial component. As a change in title translates to a new credential offering, Board approval is required.

Tuition remains the same.

Action:

For the Board’s discussion and approval.

Suggested Resolution:

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CREDENTIAL, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION POST DEGREE DIPLOMA ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE OPTION.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting

4.2.2 New Credential - Business Administration Post Degree Diploma – Pre-Chartered Professional Accountant

Background/History

Many individuals (both domestic and international) choose to purse post degree studies that will allow them to obtain their Chartered Professional Accountants designation (formerly CA, CMA or CGA). To reach one’s full potential in the accounting field in Canada, an individual must achieve his/her CPA designation through the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). To enter the CPA PEP, students require certain prerequisite courses.

Over the years, we have had many post degree students enroll in the CPA prerequisite courses, without obtaining any specific credential. This new program would provide a formal path for these students to achieve the prerequisites required to purse an accounting designation as well as provide a path for international students with an accounting background to receive a Canadian designation. Further, the internship provides the opportunity for students to gain some valuable work experience as well as receive a credential for the work undertaken.

The proposed PDD Pre-CPA is comprised of existing NIC courses, plus one new course, BUS 418 – Advanced Management Accounting, developed specifically for this program to satisfy the new CPA standards.

Under the Tuition Bylaw, new tuition can be set on new courses within a new credential.

Tuition for pre-established courses within the program will remain unchanged.

Attachment: Executive Summary

Action:

For the Board’s discussion and decision.

Suggested Resolution:

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CREDENTIAL, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION POST DEGREE DIPLOMA – PRE-CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT;

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE FOLLOWING TUITION:

BUS 418 $114.06 per credit

International Tuition $5,885.00 per term New Program: Business Administration PDD – Pre-Chartered Professional Accountant 2 year Post Degree Diploma

Executive Summary

Many individuals (both domestic and international) choose to purse post degree studies that will allow them to obtain their Chartered Professional Accountants designation (formerly CA, CMA or CGA). To reach one’s full potential in the accounting field in Canada an individual must achieve his/her CPA designation through the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). To enter the CPA PEP, students require 14 prerequisite courses, most of which are offered at NIC through the BBA Accounting Option program.

The proposed PDD in accounting is comprised of existing NIC courses, plus one new course, BUS 418 – Advanced Management Accounting, which was developed specifically to satisfy the new CPA standards.

The attraction for creating this credential is three-fold: 1) There is a demand for the CPA prerequisite courses; 2) The credential provides a package that makes sense to students and is marketable in a way that the individual courses are not; 3) Since most of the existing courses required for the PDD have empty seats, the program can be offered with no additional instructional costs.

Delivery Model: While some of the required courses are available through on-line delivery the majority of the program is offered in a scheduled classroom delivery format.

Graduate Competencies: Graduates will be prepared to enter directly into the CPA Professional Education Program.

Anticipated Implementation Date: September 1, 2014.

Congruence With College Strategic & Educational Plans: This program fits with our strategic direction to “internationalize curriculum and increase international programs to expand the global awareness of our students”. The program would bring together domestic and international students desiring a CPA designation.

1 General Description of Program/Credential

Year one Introductory Financial Accounting BUS 200 Intermediate Financial Accounting I BUS 211 Introductory Management Accounting BUS 217 Taxation I BUS 223 Corporate Finance BUS 244 Business Simulation BUS 293 Effective Organizational Writing ENG 160 Business Ethics PHI 260

Plus one elective from BUS 100, BUS 132, BUS 221, BUS 270, BUS 335, BUS 450.

Year 2 Intermediate Financial Accounting II BUS 312 Advanced Financial Accounting BUS 419 Strategic Management BUS 492 Intermediate Management Accounting BUS 318 Advanced Management Accounting BUS 418 (new) Audit and Assurance BUS 420 Taxation II BUS 323 Internship – Applied Business BUS 500

Plus one elective from BUS 100, BUS 132, BUS 221, BUS 270, BUS 335, BUS 450.

Units/Credits/Hours to complete program: 54 credits plus internship hours.

Primary Target Market

1. International students who are interested in pursuing a CPA designation. In accounting there is little or no transferability between countries so many international students (even ones with a professional accounting designation in their home country) must retake their prerequisite accounting courses before pursuing their Canadian designation. 2. Domestic non-accounting degree holders who require all of their accounting prerequisites and/or some work experience before entering the CPA PEP.

Rationale

The recent merging of the three accounting bodies into the CPA presented an opportunity to package the prerequisites for entry into their professional program (CPA PEP) into a certification. The proposed post degree diploma repackages our existing courses to make them more accessible to our primary target market. The School of Business is also responding to requests by current international students enrolled in the PDD – Global Management to adjust their required courses to correspond to CPA

2 prerequisites as well as to requests from domestic students who wish to enter into the CPA program. This is an excellent opportunity to fill low enrolment 3rd and 4th year accounting classes.

Market Demand/Attraction

1. Employment/Future Pathways a. In the 2011-2012 Working Canada Careers Outlook Report, the prospects for Financial Auditors and Accountants are deemed to be three stars (Good) in all urban areas across Canada and in many rural areas as well. The three stars in the Vancouver Island region are described as follows: “Currently the chances of qualified financial auditors and accountants finding employment are considered to be good in the local area. Job opportunities in this occupation can be found in these industries: professional business services; public administration; finance and insurance; and real estate. Vacancies come up on a regular basis. This occupation is found in a large number of industries, both in the private and public sectors. The accountant's role has changed in recent years. Accountants are much more valued now and play more of a role in corporate analysis and strategic planning. There are quite a few potential employers in the region, as well as several large consulting firms. Employers indicate that they are having some difficulty finding chartered professional accountants and comptrollers. Bilingualism is an asset.” Vancouver Island, Thompson-Okanagan, and Lower Mainland regions were identified as the regions in British Columbia with the most opportunities.

b. According to the 2011-2012 Labour Force Survey (Statistics Canada), the wages for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 1111-a) across Canada ranged on average from $16.38 to $51.28 per hour. In British Columbia the average wage fluctuated between $17.00 and $48.08 with the Vancouver Island region competing nicely with a range of $17.00 to $47.25.

c. The following schedule shows the number of job opportunities in Canada for auditors, accountants and investment professionals as projected by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. As can be seen from the statistics, the field is consistently expanding and projected job openings outstrip job seekers every year.

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Employment Level 391726 396316 400771 404841 407890 Job Openings 17352 16236 16345 16097 15140 Job Seekers 13629 13822 14009 14163 14267

d. All of the courses in the proposed credential are transferable within BC and fourteen are required as prerequisites to the Chartered Professional Accountants Professional Education Program (leading to a professional designation – CPA). Further, the credential itself is useful to international students because, according to current immigration rules, a two-year diploma

3 allows a student to remain and work in Canada for three years. As CPA students must work in the field for two to three years in order to achieve their designation, this credential provides a valuable gateway to international students.

2. Comparative Analysis a. While most British Columbia universities and colleges offer a two-year diploma in accounting, these programs are undergraduate diplomas similar to our Business Administration Diploma, Accounting option. UBC and Camosun both offer one year post degree diplomas (with Camosun providing an internship option) however as these do not cover all of the CPA prerequisites, they are normally only attractive to domestic students with commerce degrees. The only institution with a similar program to NIC’s proposal is Thompson Rivers University; however TRU does not offer an internship. b. The CPA offers a Prerequisite Education Program that is available in a scheduled classroom format in Burnaby and Vancouver as well as through distance courses. While this provides a pathway for current degree holders, it does not provide a specific qualification or internship. c. The following table details approximate fees charged by our direct competitors:

Institution Domestic fees/year International fees/year NIC $2,685 $14,718 TRU $4,814 $32,076 Camosun 3,054 17,000 UBC 7,920 26,000 CPA PREP The CPA PREP program costs approximately $7000 for all of the courses. No international fee structure is available at this time. The program is currently under construction.

3. Projected FTEs Domestically, projected FTEs are fairly low, 2-5 per year, however, our international recruiters anticipate 5 - 10 students in 2014 with that number doubling in the following year. While those numbers appear to be low, it is worth noting that these students will be filling existing classes.

Financial Plan

There are no additional costs for this program; however, there may be a need to add an extra section for BUS 100, 217, or 293. Given the increased enrolment by international students, it is likely that these additional sections will be funded through International Education.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.2.3 Underground Mining Essentials Program - Adjustment of Fees

Background/History

At the November 6, 2013 Board of Governors meeting, the Board approved the new credential Underground Mining Essentials Program and set the tuition at $8,503.58, which included $263 for instructional materials and books. However, books should not have been included in the tuition nor in the tuition bylaw, since costs fluctuate. Rather, the intention was to set the tuition at $8,240.58 for the 2014-2015 academic year and have materials and books purchased separately.

The proposed tuition is the same as that previously approved, minus the anticipated material and book costs previously incorporated. This tuition rate was established in consultation with industry, which will pay tuition/training costs for many program registrants and is reflective of a delicate balance between NIC costs and industry affordability. This tuition will be for courses starting after August 15, 2014.

Action:

For the Board’s discussion and decision.

Suggested Resolution:

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVES THE FOLLOWING TUITION REVISION FOR THE UNDERGROUND MINING PROGRAM:

Program Fee: $8,240.58

RESEARCH AT NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE

Benefits of Applied Research to Canadian Colleges

The Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) has documented benefits to Colleges of engaging in applied research activity1. Some of these benefits include:

 Contributing to innovation through enhanced institutional research infrastructure;  Enhances student learning by providing hands-on experience to address real world challenges;  Expanded industry and social innovation partnerships;  Investments from federal government funding agencies and private sector continue to increase significantly;  Enables teaching-focused faculty to still be engaged in research activity; and  Opportunities for international research partnerships.

Aquaculture Research Summaries and Benefits to NIC:

NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Sustainable Aquaculture Research Summary – Dr. Stephen Cross

This five-year project, in collaboration with the four major salmon aquaculture companies operating on the North Island, is studying the following four areas of interest:

1. Refining and Testing New Environmental Monitoring Protocols; 2. Integrating Multi-Trophic Aquaculture into BC Finfish Aquaculture Sector; 3. Integrating a Coastal Surveillance Platform – “Farms of Opportunity”; and 4. Understanding BC Aquaculture.

This research project will provide the following benefits to North Island College as a result of NSERC Industrial Research Chair for Colleges in Sustainable Aquaculture, held by Dr. Stephen Cross:

 Research funding is allocated for a NIC student research assistant in each year;  Partnerships with trades programs to assist or advise on technology systems;  Develop new partnerships with industry and community organizations;  Industry engagement has enabled NIC to identify opportunities for training, and has resulted in a new aquaculture technician program to meet industry needs; and  Raise awareness of NIC profile in the community.

1 Association of Canadian Community Colleges. 2013. The College and Institute Applied Research Advantage: Innovation for Small Business and Community. Ottawa.

NSERC Innovation Enhancement Research on Hard Bottom Substrates – Dr. Aisling Brady

NIC is also involved in researching the bacteria present beneath deep, hard-bottom sites, and whether these bacteria are an appropriate indicator of impacts. This research involves the use of remotely-operated underwater robotic cameras to record and sample the composition of the seafloor. Several aquaculture companies are contributing to this research, and local aquaculture consultants are assisting with the data analysis. This project supported an NIC student research assistant in year one, and will employ an additional NIC student during year two. Dr. Brady has also been able to incorporate elements of this research into her biology classes at NIC.

Research at North Island College

Since its inception, the College has continually sought new ways to support knowledge development and mobilization across northern Vancouver Island. Currently, applied research activities are underway in an array of fields in addition to sustainable aquaculture, including community health care, aviation maintenance, renewable energy, pedagogy, educational technology, and leadership development. This priority is reinforced in the current NIC Strategic Plan (2011), emphasizing the importance of this emerging applied research role. The plan emphasizes that in order to strengthen its Strategic Partnerships, the College will expand applied research collaborations that foster economic and social development in communities across the region.

CARTI will provide an ongoing facilitation role to faculty and community in order to support existing research activity and enable new research and scholarship projects.

To further showcase the College’s emergent role in applied research, a great example is that of the leadership taken by NIC faculty at NIC’s remote learning centre in Bella Coola. The Remote Web-based Science Laboratory (RWSL) evolved from research and a unique application of hardware and software to support an enriched learning experience. With funding from Industry Canada through the Tatlayoko Think Tank, the NIC faculty developed the Tatla Lake On-line Observatory (TLOO) in 2003 to enable students to connect to the telescope server at the TLOO via the Internet. The TLOO went on-line in 2004 to support the offering of two completely online introductory Space Science and Astronomy courses. These courses won the 2005 Innovation award from BCcampus. The success of this innovation led to the development of the Remote Web-based Science Laboratory (RWSL) that provides a web-based and robotic interface between the student and lab equipment to allow actual laboratory exercises to be performed in real time online.

Since then, the RWSL has led to the creation of the North American Network of Science Labs Online (NANSLO) project to further advance these developments and has raised $750,000 from the Next Generation Learning Challenge to investigate remote delivery of science education, and more recently, received $14 million for the US Department of 2

Labour to develop comprehensive Allied Health training that utilizes the RWSL technology. This educational interface available to a range of disciplines and for specialized programs such as aquaculture, will serve faculty and students by enabling the ease of access to remote locations, access to typically limited and expensive lab equipment, and knowledge dissemination.

Ownership and Copyright

Present and future employment agreements will include the following language:

The Employer shall be entitled to the sole benefit and exclusive ownership of any materials, document, reports and information of any nature that are produced or created by the Employee during his/her employment with the Employer.

Collective Agreement and NIC Policy

Copyright is addressed in the North Island College Faculty Agreement – Article 5 Copyright and Intellectual Property. Ownership and Patents are addressed in North Island College’s Policy #3-28 Intellectual Property (attached).

Summary

The research incubated and business engagement fostered through NIC’s Centre for Applied Research (CARTI) will continue to directly inform innovation, knowledge transfer and program development.

With initiatives aligning to existing and new educational programming, programming will continue to advance to meet the diverse labour market needs of the region.

Undoubtedly, contract training opportunities will also arise as new clients become aware of NIC’s training expertise and ability to customize programming to meet industry’s needs.

Policy & Procedures Manual

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY #3-28

Recommended: January 6, 2010 by: President’s Council

Approved: January 27, 2010 by: Board of Governors

Date to be Reviewed: 2012

POLICY

North Island College values innovation, creation, invention, and insight. As an institution rooted in our communities, we seek to advance knowledge and expertise in social and economic activities. The fruits of innovation and research only have merit if they are disseminated. North Island College seeks to encourage research and innovation in an environment that recognizes the contribution and entitlement of those involved.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to promote innovation and research, and the development of intellectual property by means of a clear statement of principles and processes associated with ownership of and entitlement to original copyright material, including inventions, techniques, patents, and trademarks. It aims to facilitate the growth of community-based and collaborative research based on mutually beneficial partnerships that respect the contributions of the College, creators, and the wider community of which NIC is a part.

GUIDELINES

Limits:

1. This policy applies to intellectual property created by any College member or by any external research contractor, unless there is a written agreement contract approved by the College that provides otherwise.

2. This policy is subject to any rights and/or obligations detailed in current NIC collective agreements with respect to copyright and ownership of intellectual property.

3. The provisions of this policy are subject to the laws of Canada and British Columbia applicable to the ownership of intellectual property. In the event of a conflict this policy will prevail unless the conflicting rights or obligations arising under the relevant statute, regulation or bylaw cannot (by act of law) be relinquished or waived.

4. This policy does not apply to Intellectual Property created by a College member in the course of non- College activities that does not make use of resources or funds owned or administered by the College. This includes but is not limited to outside employment or other activity in an area unrelated to College activities, or activity conducted wholly while on an unpaid leave of absence away from the College.

OWNERSHIP

1. College Faculty: College faculty own the copyright or patent in all works they create that may be copyrighted or patented that have been prepared or created as part of their assigned duties unless: a. the College Faculty is hired to create and produce a copyrightable or patentable work product for the College or agrees to undertake such work for the College; or b. the College Faculty is given release time from their usual duties to create and produce a copyrightable or patentable work product; or c. the College Faculty is paid, in addition to their regular rate of pay, to produce a copyrightable or patentable work product. In each of these circumstances, a written contract, agreement or letter of understanding must be in place to provide clarity to both parties. The College shall have a right to use works developed by College Faculty under the three exceptions listed above in perpetuity for institutional, commercially non-competitive purposes and may retain prototypes or other original work developed by College Faculty using College resources.

2. College Employees The College owns the intellectual property in all works created by College Employees in the course of their regular and assigned duties unless otherwise provided for at law or by a written agreement approved by the College.

3. Students Students own intellectual property in works developed as part of their normal course requirements, subject to any employment or other obligations between the student and the College, or any external parties that sponsor or support the student in the development of the intellectual property The College shall have a right to use works developed by students in perpetuity for institutional, commercially non-competitive purposes and may retain prototypes or other original work developed by students using College resources.

College members may voluntarily assign or transfer their interest in intellectual property to the College to enable to the College to assist with commercialization, or for other purposes mutually agreed to; and the College, may accept such assignment or transfer and thereafter may transfer or license its ownership or interest to third parties.

If the College owns the intellectual property and elects not to pursue commercialization, then the College may, in its sole discretion, agree to transfer its interest in the intellectual property to the creator(s), subject to such terms and conditions as deemed appropriate by the College.

Commercialization, Disclosure, and Revenue Sharing

1. Where intellectual property has been created or scholarly activity has been undertaken without the use of College resources, the creator is free to commercialize the intellectual property they own without the involvement of the College and they are under no obligation to disclose their activities to the

College. Creators may request the assistance of the College in the commercialization process and/or may choose to assign or share with the College ownership of the property.

2. Where there is intent to commercialize the product of scholarly activity undertaken with the use of College resources, the following rules must be followed prior to the commencement of any commercialization, including discussions with third parties: a. Students or other supervised persons involved in the development of the property must be informed of intent to commercialize by the person in the supervisory capacity. The supervisor must also advise all parties of the relevant policies with the goal of achieving arrangements that are equitable and fair. b. If there is more than one creator, a written agreement among the creators must be concluded. It should cover ownership and revenue sharing and it should be concluded before negotiation with third parties to commercialize begins. c. All College Members covered by this policy are required to disclose their IP in a timely manner and must inform their Dean, Director, supervisor, or manager in writing when they are using College resources in the development of intellectual property. This addresses the responsibility of the College to account for its use of resources, and to allow for institutional support and encouragement of the development of intellectual property.

3. Where intellectual property developed with the use of College resources is commercialized, the College has a right to a fair and proportional share of revenues, constituting not less than 20 percent of the net revenues unless the College formally declares it does not want to be part of the commercialization process. For the purposes of determining the allocation of revenue, either the College or the Creator may require the other to provide an accounting of all revenues and funds received and expenses incurred with regard to intellectual property covered by this policy. The parties will enter into a Revenue Sharing Agreement.

4. The College’s share of revenue from commercialization of intellectual property shall be administered under the authority of the Vice-President, Education and may be used to support further research and the general operation of the College.

5. The College has an ongoing obligation to maintain and respect confidentiality where appropriate.

RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES

If a dispute arises among Creators regarding their relative contributions to the creation of intellectual property that cannot be settled by the individuals involved, the advice and assistance of the Faculty Dean and/or other administrative equivalent will be sought.

Disputes between the creator and the College regarding the provisions of this policy which cannot be resolved through informal means shall be remitted to binding arbitration pursuant to the British Columbia Commercial Arbitration Act or the Collective Agreement where the dispute relates to the application thereof.

GENERAL

Creators are required to disclose their intent to commercialize as soon as possible after the discovery or creation of the intellectual property, or as soon as research or other creative results demonstrate applications of a commercial potential. Creators should be aware that publication may limit the ability of IP protection and/or introduce deadlines for protection for some jurisdictions.

The College shall make all reasonable efforts to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary and/or business information of creators when discussing intellectual property and commercialization plans with College personnel and the staff of the technology transfer agent. Creators shall make all reasonable efforts to maintain and not disclose proprietary or business information of the College.

Creators must consult with and obtain the approval of the NIC Marketing Office before using the College’s name, logo, facilities or resources in connection with any commercial arrangement with respect to the commercialization of intellectual property.

DEFINITIONS

Commercialization refers to the creation of commercial processes, products, and services derived in whole or in part from intellectual property with the goal of financial return.

Courseware includes textbooks, instructional websites, or other instructional materials, created in either hardcopy or electronic format by a College member in the course of employment with the College or arising from research, scholarly and/or creative activities. It does not include curriculum as approved by Education Council, which remains the property of the College (see policy 1.06)

College Faculty means College employees who are members of the North Island College Faculty Association.

College Employees refers to persons employed by the College including full-time, part-time, and casual and term employees, who are not members of the North Island College Faculty Association.

College Member(s) includes College Employees, Faculty Members and students.

College Resources refers to College facilities, the College’s physical structures, classrooms, research laboratories, equipment, technical facilities, services and personnel, and College services, including the administration of funds received by the College in the form of grants, contracts or any other support provided by the College, affiliated agencies, or partners, or external sponsors.

Creator(s) refers to the author, inventor, initiator or developer of the intellectual property, including co- creators.

Curriculum is defined as the framework of any course, including a statement of learning objectives, evaluative tools, course description, and lesson plans. These are distinct from course “materials,” which are defined in Policy 1.06 as: “Any instructional or administrative materials, including but not limited to, written materials, artistic material, computer files, software, video or audio tapes, training aids, audiovisual materials or test equipment developed by assignment of an employee or employees of North Island College and the property of North Island College.”

Intellectual Property denotes the result of intellectual or artistic activity created by a College member in a scholarly, professional, or student capacity, including but not limited to inventions, processes, designs, word marks, design marks, logos, slogans, publications (including scholarly publications), educational materials, computer software, original works of art or performing rights, industrial and artistic designs, new plant varieties, confidential information and know-how that can be protected by intellectual property rights such as patent, copyright, trademark, integrated topography, plant breeders’ rights and trade secrets.

Publication means making intellectual property available to the public by way of speech, print, paper, and electronic or other means.

Release Time refers to time paid for by the College provided to North Island College members away from their regular teaching or other duties.

Revenue includes all revenues derived in whole or in part from Commercialization of intellectual property, which includes but is not limited to proceeds from royalties, profit-sharing, lump sum payments, and monies from the sale of equity shares.

CROSS-REFERENCE:

NIC Policy 1-06 Use of North Island College Developed Materials By Other Users

NIC Policy 3-27 Integrity in Research and Scholarship

NIC – North Island College Faculty Association Collective Agreement (1 April 2007 – 31 March 2010): Section 15.5 Copyright; Section 15.6 Patents

REPORT TO NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS MARCH 2014

CAMPBELL RIVER CAMPUS

Microbiology Career Paths explored Submitted by Sandra Milligan

BIO 215 Microbiology students will glimpse 2 very different microbiology career paths on field trips this term. “It’s important for students to see the relevance of their classroom learning to the real world, particularly in their local community” says Biology Instructor Sandra Milligan. St. Joseph’s Hospital lab staff will guide students through a “day in the life” of a Lab Technologist, showing them how swabs are analyzed to identify bacterial infections and how to find appropriate treatments. Lab Manager Claire Hilcher is excited to connect with students and encourage them toward this career path which is currently experiencing a shortage of qualified workers. The cutting edge technology of a diagnostic microbiology lab will contrast significantly with the second field trip to see an age-old use of microorganisms: brewing. Shelter Point Distillery’s James Marinus will tell a “field-to-bottle” story of local innovation in which barley grown on site is processed and distilled to single malt whiskey. Students undertook detailed study of fermentation biochemistry in order to better appreciate the artistic and scientific process of food and alcohol production. The trip “debriefing” at the local watering hole is sure to leave lasting memories of their North Island College experience.

ASD ‐ Community Advisory Committee Submitted by Karen Sale

Campbell River’s Access for Students with Disabilities Department held the annual Community Advisory Committee meeting on March 13th. It was attended by representatives of referring agencies, family members, and student representatives as well as Dean Tony Bellavia, and programs and services faculty and staff. In the ASD Programs area, the annual survey of community members (referring agencies, school district, families and students) has been completed in preparation for planning the 2014-2015 year.

COMOX VALLEY CAMPUS

Open House 2014 Submitted by Leslyann Komljenovic

Our 4th annual Comox Valley campus Open House was once again a successful event on February 21, 2014. There were over 1,300 grade 11 students in attendance from the Comox Valley, Campbell River, Parksville, Qualicum, Gold River, and Port McNeill areas. Throughout the day students had the opportunity to participate in a number of hands-on activities facilitated by our engaging faculty. The sessions were well received and inspired many students to pursue their post-secondary education at NIC. The students also had the opportunity to listen to a keynote speaker, RoadTrip Nation, who spoke to them about getting out there and speaking to individuals who have found success in their careers. We received positive feedback from both the high school principals and counselors, and continued commitment for their attendance in 2015. Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 2

Artist Talk Lecture Series Submitted by Sara Vipond

We are pleased to announce the guest artists for the Artist Talk Lecture Series (Winter 2014) presented by North Island College and Emily Carr University. Admission is FREE and lectures are open to the public. Please inform your colleagues, students and friends. Tuesdays 12:00pm - 12:50pm Stan Hagen Theatre, Komoux Hall, North Island College (Comox Valley Campus). Mark the following dates on your calendar: Artist Talk ECU/NIC Lecture Series Lineup for Winter 2014  February 11th - Michael Love (Photographer)  February 25th - Jen Weih (Interdisciplinary Artist)  March 11th - Mary Fox (Ceramic Artist)  March 25th - Liz Carter (Interdisciplinary Artist) Please see the attached PDF file for the guest artists' bio and images.

New Show: Tree & Me at the Raven Hall Gallery Submitted by Adri Pretorius, Student Curator

Raven Hall Gallery has a new show up called: Tree & Me. The abstract for the show is as follows: Trees have been a source of inspiration and wonder for as long as mankind has been on planet earth. They have been used for fuel, shelter and sustenance and their shapes grace fields as diverse as biology, mathematics and genealogy. Their utility transcends the mere mundane and trees are known not only for their capacity to act as the lungs of the planet, but also for their shape, which lends itself beautifully to the art of organization. It is no small wonder then that some civilizations even worshipped them. This show is an exploration of “Tree” in both the literal and figurative sense - in works by artists that are currently enrolled in (or recent graduates of) both the Fine Arts program at North Island College and the Bachelor of Fine Art program at Emily Carr University. Artists exhibiting at this event are: Vivian Lochridge, Mary Deveau, AvanH (Anita van Holderbeke), Trish Smith, Teresa Colby and Adri Pretorius The show will be hanging until the first week of April.

Corrections Class Goes to Prison On March 7, 2014, 19 students toured Mountain Institution. Mountain Institution is a medium security federal penitentiary located in Agassiz, BC. It opened in 1962, initially to house the Sons of Freedom Doukhobors convicted for bombings. The institution today can house up to 440 inmates. The 3.5 hour tour included the visitation area, a carving shop, two of the cell units, the segregation unit and the gymnasium. Question and answer sessions were arranged throughout the tour with Correctional Officers, a Parole Officer and a Program Officer. The employees were informative, positive and professional. When touring the grounds, with the odd cat lurking around the corner, it gave the impression that it was almost like a college campus (without the razor wire fencing). Our tour guide reminded us that while the corrections staff cannot always be on ‘high’ alert, they certainly need to be observant and vigilant at all times. Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 3

The prison tour was followed by a visit to the Correctional Service of Canada Staff College. Information was provided about the wide variety of employment with the Correctional Services of Canada. There were a lot of impressions but one statement that stands out was made by the Parole Officer who said “Many of you have impressions about prison from television, movies and reading. In real life it is so much worse.”

School of Business updates Submitted by Bill Parkinson

1. We will be holding our 2nd annual ‘Spring Social’ for our BBA Alumni group in early May. The School of Business has put a great deal of time and effort in re-connecting with our past graduates. Besides this yearly get-together, we also distribute a twice yearly e-newsletter to our alumni updating them on the most recent developments in our department. We will have close to 90 BBA Alumni after this year’s graduation. 2. For the third year in a row, the School of Business has partnered with Filberg Lodge in Comox as part of 4th year student business projects with our community. Filberg Lodge has requested the on-going nature of this relationship based on the solid recommendations and feedback they have received from our students as part of the business planning/development process with multiple aspects of their operations. 3. For the first time ever, the School of Business is conducting exit interviews with all of our graduating BBA students. The purpose of this initiative is to get important student feedback on various aspects of our program & to emphasize our desire to stay connected with these out-going students.

MOUNT WADDINGTON CAMPUS

MAT 190 Students trip to UBC’s Aboriginal Math Symposium Submitted by Patricia Corbett‐Labatt

On March 7, 2014 a field trip to UBC’s 4th Aboriginal Math Symposium was organized for the MWRC section of MAT 190. This event was attended by nine out of the 13 students, plus their instructor Pat Corbett-Labatt and two very interested Kwakiutl band employees (Sara Child and Danita Schmidt). All the expenses for this field trip were jointly paid for by NIC, UVIC, Kwakiutl Band, Gwa’Sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Band and Quatsino Band plus Pacific Coastal Airlines provided a group rate. The students in the MAT 190 course will be graduating this year as certified elementary school teachers as a result of a partnership with the Kwakiutl Band Council and UVic; a partnership that began in the fall of 2010 with NIC ABE math. As an added bonus, because of the math upgrading they have had to do, many of the students will be getting their BC Adult Graduation Diploma this spring and then within a semester will be getting their B.Ed from UVic. In this symposium many ideas were shared by educators and the hands-on activities (weaving, drawing, looking at nature) connected math with aboriginal knowledge.

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PORT ALBERNI CAMPUS

Open House 2014 Submitted by Lorna Crowshaw

The annual Port Alberni campus Open House was once again a successful event on February 20, 2014. There were over 275 grade 11 students in attendance from the Alberni District Secondary School and the VAST Centre. Throughout the day students had the opportunity to participate in a number of hands-on activities facilitated by our engaging faculty. Sessions were held both at the Roger Street Campus and the Tebo Vocational Centre. The sessions were well received and inspired many students to pursue their post- secondary education at NIC. Students were able to work through science experiments in Chemistry, Biology and Physics, or participate in workshops in the Human Services, Health Care and Early Childhood Education fields, or try their hand at baking in the Professional Cook teaching kitchen. Students interested in Trades had an opportunity to spend the day at the Tebo Vocational Centre and were able to create a project from wood in the Joinery/Cabinetmaking Shop. They learned the proper procedures for cutting steel in Welding, received techniques on vehicle maintenance in the Automotive shop and used tools from the carpentry trade. We received positive feedback the high school principal and counselors, and a continued commitment for their attendance in 2015.

Health Care Assistant Program – Port Alberni Friendship Centre Submitted by Laurie Bird

Students have had four days per week of classes at NIC and one cultural day at the Port Alberni Friendship Centre. Four aboriginal students have successfully completed the residential care component of the program. These students began their final placement on March 3rd and will be finishing March 14th. The final placement is community-based and these students will divide their time between the Assisted Living wing of Tsawaayuus (Rainbow Gardens) and home & community care services for the Tseshaht First Nation. The students are thrilled to be finishing the program and have remarked on their educational journey and how it will change their futures. Once finished the program, students will qualify for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker registry which is required for work in any public health care setting in BC, and in many private settings.

Emergence Submitted by Phyllida Drummond

March 3rd 2014 I started my Sabbatical in January of this year, having requested time to research the topic of Emergence. Emergence is a phenomenon in nature where higher order entities arise from the complex interactions of lower order entities producing unexpected novelty in natural systems. The research has proved interesting and difficult. The interest lies in both the nature of the topic and the fact that this topic has been debated in the literature for over 100 years. The difficulty lies in the fact that most of the literature is in the discipline of philosophy (which I didn’t know, when I started on this journey). Philosophers seem to love complicated concepts and vocabulary, so I have spent a good deal of time just becoming familiar with their jargon. My contact, with whom I discuss ideas, is Dr. Harry Cook, an Emeritus Professor of Biology at King’s University College in Edmonton. He has read some of my work and has suggested that I present it this summer at the American Scientific Affiliation (ASA) Conference which will be held at McMaster Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 5

University in July. I have taken Dr. Cook up on his suggestion and have submitted my abstract to the ASA where I hope to present my research at their annual conference. If you are interested in reading the abstract I have attached it below. I am very grateful to North Island College for making this research possible. Sincerely, Phyllida Drummond Biology Instructor, NIC

Abstract ‐ Emergence and the Property of Life Submitted by Phyllida Drummond

Schönborn, in his book Chance or Purpose, asks the question “Can lower things bring forth from their own power, higher and more complex things? Nothing in our experience suggests that something lower can give rise to something higher, simply of itself, without some directive and organizing activity, and still less to do so and quite by chance.” We understand Schönborn’s point through ordinary observations: changing geometric patterns play out on the sandy shore as the energy from waves roll the tiny sand grains about, but a complex sand castle or a computer chip will not emerge from the interaction of sand grains even over millions of years. Yet, the most intellectually appealing concept that explains our understanding of nature is this counterintuitive idea; that the random interactions of subatomic particles (fermions) and their forces ( bosons),- that some suggest is the only fundamental reality-, in a series of interactions that increase in complexity over time, eventually give rise to living organisms. At the pinnacle of the hierarchy of nature, these emergent organisms are endowed with consciousness and reason to the point where conscious life can probe the very nature of these particles and their interactions. How is it that we see the lower giving rise to the higher? To address this question, I propose we begin by looking at the concept of emergence. We will develop the idea of emergence from its beginnings in Britain, where a group known as the British emergentists began discussing novelty in nature and continue to follow this functional principal through a more contemporary understanding. It will be suggested through our development that contained within the concept of emergence is the implication that matter is at once empirical and transcendent. It would have to be so if there is a continuous flow of events from the big bang at the beginning of time and space, to the appearance of all the multifarious forms that we encounter in the three Domains of life on earth, without interruption or interference. Our development will suggest that fundamental particles are inherently endowed with an emergent tendency where novelty arises from lower level interactions and that there is a hierarchal structure to the emergence of novelty as complexity increases. Finally, by using the cell as a model system, we will support the thesis that the property of life, at the level of the cell, is an example of ontological emergence containing both synchronic and diachronic aspects.

CENTRES

Ucluelet Centre Submitted by Bill Morrison

February has seen our main classroom full for the combined Marine Emergency Duties/Masters Limited program with participation from mariners based in Tofino, Ucluelet, Hornby Island and Squamish. Transport Canada will offer exams here in early March. University Studies has expanded this year and we are pleased to serve dual-credit SD70 students from Ucluelet Secondary School. Planning is well underway for the “Oceans” workshop to be hosted by NIC and held for NIC faculty & staff, as well as local community members at the Ucluelet Aquarium in April. Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 6

Continuing Education offerings (including Nautical, First Aid & computer) have been sponsored by and benefitted local businesses and agencies including:

 Districts of Tofino and Ucluelet, Hesquiaht, Tla-o-  Creative Salmon qui-aht, Toquaht and Yu?lu?il?ath First Nations  Canada Post  Wichito  Canadian Coast Guard  Bornstein Seafoods  Parks Canada  Black Rock Oceanfront Resort  VIHA  Pacific Sands Beach Resort  Ucluelet Co-op  Clayoquot Wilderness Resort  Cermaq  The Lefevre Group  RCMP

CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAINING (CET) Community Collaboration and Engagement

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES  The School continues to engage and support planning specific to the Regional Model.  The School is coordinating the formalization of the Technology Advisory Meeting in March which will involve tech companies based out of the Valley and Campbell River. The agenda will encourage information exchange, discussion of research, business and program development.  During March the School will be making application through formal a RFP process for additional ESA program funding aligned with the recently announced nine month program extension.  The Dean will continue to be very engaged at the Provincial table of the Continuing Education and Training Association of BC.  The Dean will be engaged with the Provincial Consortium for Skills Development initiative.

CENTRE FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (CARTI) / NATURAL RESOURCE EDUCATION AND APPLIED RESEARCH INSTITUTE  The CARTI Manager met with project leaders to discuss various emerging CARTI initiatives including: Regional Crime Reduction, Impacts of Environment and Facilities on Learning; Healthy Communities; Wireless Sensor Technologies; Human-Wildlife Interactions in Beaverlodge Forest Lands; and Local and Sustainable Food Systems.  Staff attended several community events, including, Digital Technologies, Young Professionals of Campbell River World Café, Smart House Tour, Super Hero Event, and a Clam Garden Presentation. In addition, a CARTI presentation was made for the Campbell River Noon Rotary Club.  We are developing a Letter of Intent submission to support Micro-Grid project.  Hard Seabed Research – Innovation Enhancement (IE) Grant Dr. Aisling Brady has compiled data, and analyzed remote operated vehicle (ROV) video footage. Results will be shared with industry partners in March. She attended the Aquaculture America Conference to present research results and discuss future collaboration opportunities. With an eye on the end of this phase of her research, she is investigating ideas for a five-year NSERC IE grant extension application.  Industrial Research Chair for Colleges (IRCC) – Dr. Stephen Cross Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 7

The first line of kelp growth was outplanted to a Creative Salmon farm site near Tofino. Regular meetings with industry partners have discussed potential kelp testing opportunities, resulting in potential use of one or two Grieg Seafood sites in Nootka Sound. A water quality instrumentation network system is in the beginning stages of development. Dr. Cross submitted a Letter of Intent to Marine Environmental Observation, Prediction and Response Network (MEOPAR) for funding consideration.  Remote Web-based Science Laboratory (RWSL) An open house was held on February 28th with an introduction by President John Bowman. The event was well attended by NIC faculty and staff, two Board of Governor representatives, project partners and community members. Presentations were given by Albert Balbon, North Island College; Dr. Takashi Sato, Physics Department, Kwantlen Polytechnic University; and Dr. PJ Bennett, North America Network of Science Labs Online Lab Technology Manager, Colorado Community College System. Programming Activities

CAMPBELL RIVER  CET launched the delivery of pilot Aquaculture courses for industry partners with the goal of providing an orientation to the new curriculum while accessing timely feedback from industry partners.  Coastal Log Scaling commenced on February 25, 2014 with nine registered students. The start date was delayed due to the snow event on the Island. We have also had to adjust class days due to access issues on the Dryland Log Sorts.  Meetings continue with Western Forest Products Working Group members. Career paths have been laid out to ensure that North Island College programs will allow our students to ladder in to programs provided by the various forest companies for entry level workers. Additional meetings have been set for the upcoming months.  A Forestry Essential Skills workshop (six days) was held at the Campbell River campus.  Essential Skills classes are currently underway for Electrical Apprentice and Aircraft Structures students for the month of March.  The final ESA Underground Mining program has wrapped up. We retained our original 12 students and all of them expressed satisfaction with the programming and outcomes. The annual Mining Roundup was attended to glean information about trends in the industry.  Wildfire Crew Member (Firetack) Training has been scheduled to run from April 22 to May 16. All instructors have been recruited and confirmed. Marketing information was presented at the Comox Valley Trade Fair and was highlighted at the Timberline Career Fair on March 7th. Students will be trained to British Columbia and Alberta standards to ensure mobility for job opportunities.  A new offering, Industry Certification Series, will be offered from March 17 to 28 to allow selected students the opportunity to obtain industry certification in Occupational First Aid, Transportation Endorsement, Forklift Operator Training, Hazard Recognition with Fall Protection, Confined Spaces Pre-entry, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Personal Protective Equipment, WHMIS and Basic Fire Safety. These certificates are consistently outlined by industry for all employees. The series will run at the Campbell River and Mount Waddington campuses.  The interest list for MarketSafe has grown therefore we will be offering a session closer to the beginning of May. Scheduling of this is in progress. An invitation will go to all of those on the interest list and in our MarketSafe database.  Landscape Horticulture Level 1 Apprenticeship and Fundamentals Certificate started in the Comox Valley February 3rd with 14 students. Observations show the courses are going well so far.  A Feasibility Study for a Landscape Horticulture Level 2 program is currently underway. Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 8

 Metal Jewellery Design Certificate students started their 2nd term January 6th. The students visited Senior Leadership Team and gave a presentation. An open house is being planned for their last day, April 17th. Invitations have been printed and are in the process of being sent out.  We held a curriculum meeting with Metal Jewellery Design instructors to discuss curriculum changes needed. This discussion will continue in our 2nd meeting in March.  We have planned Jewellery and Metal Arts courses for July 2014. Five 3&4 day courses are ready to go.  A former lead instructor for Metal Jewellery held a one-day jewellery workshop for teens at the Comox Valley library. We prepared promo materials for handouts and arranged for her participation.  CET reviewed Vancouver Island Health Authority food hub needs-assessment and feasibility study as part of the Steering Committee for this project. Campbell River ElderCollege: o Planning for Fall 2014 is underway with ElderCollege currently soliciting ideas for new courses, recruiting instructors and working on programming.

COMOX VALLEY  The Winter 2014 Hospital Unit Clerk intake is underway and booking for the September Practica is underway with the Practica Coordinator.  CET attended the NIC-Island Health steering committee meeting for discussion around Island Health staffing levels at the new hospital scheduled to open in 2017. NIC is working with Island Health to determine training needs in the health area.  We participated at the NIC table for the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce Trade Show on February 27th. Comox Valley ElderCollege: o There are 884 members to date. An email was sent out reminding those who have registered for classes but not purchased memberships to do so. o There are 1067 registrants in the 2014Winter semester including 220 who registered for the Lecture Series. o A meeting will be held on Mar 12th to continue to discuss joint NIC and CVEC communication. o Planning for the 2014 Fall term is underway. o The 2nd Volunteer Orientation will occur on March 28th. This is to aid new and returning volunteers who serve on committees. o The Volunteer Appreciation Event will occur on April 5th. Volunteer committee members and fall and winter course leaders and aides will be invited to attend. o The 2014 Annual General Meeting will be held on May 3rd.

PORT ALBERNI  The ESA Building Service Worker Program finished January 31st and 11 students completed successfully. Two have receivd job offers and the others have a possibility of future hiring.  The Landscape Horticulture (ESA) program in Port Alberni wrapped up with eight out of 10 students passing the Industry Training Authority exam.  Our School is coordinating certificate courses for the remainder of the Bridge to Success Pulp & Paper program which will complete in mid-March.  The School provided Foodsafe and First Aid training to the Port Alberni Friendship Society and has been contracted to provide computer training to Nuu-chah-nulth Youth & Child Services. Regional Highlights – March 2014 Page 9

 The Port Alberni office is continuing to coordinate Professional Development training for the Volunteer Fire Departments in the surrounding area.

FIRST AID  The First Aid department provided automated external defibrillator (AED) demonstrations in Campbell River and Port Alberni for staff and students. This will be offered in Courtenay as well.  High school open houses were held at the Comox Valley and Port Alberni campuses. Some of the sessions at CV were standing room only with lots of great questions from the students and names collected on an interest list for follow-up.  We are currently working on scheduling advanced First Aid courses for the 2014FA – 2015SU sessions. The Red Cross First Responders course is being added for the fall.

NEW CONTRACTS

Client name Courses Dates

Comox Legion Foodsafe February K’omoks First Nation Office Skills March Ucluelet Volunteer Fire Dep’t Professional Development January Namgis First Nation Small Vessel Operator & Marine Basic January/February First Aid Western Forest Products Occupational First Aid Level 3 January Alberni Valley Child Care Child Care First Aid January Nuu-chah-nulth Child & Youth Services Computer Training March School District 70 Port Alberni Child Care First Aid February Tseshaht Market Occupational First Aid Lvl 1 December Tofino Volunteer Fire Department Professional Development Module 3 January Coombs Hillier Volunteer Fire Dep’t Professional Development January

North Island College & Emily Carr University present Artist Talk Lecture Series Winter 2014

Tuesdays 12:00 - 12:50pm Stan Hagen Theatre, North Island College (Comox Valley Campus)

Admission is FREE and lectures are open to the public.

North Island College & Emily Carr University Artist Talk Lecture Series Winter 2014

Michael Love Tuesday February 11th

Camper’s Globe (Artek series) Digital C-Print, 40” x 50” 2011

Michael Love was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia. He attended both the University of the Fraser Valley and the Emily Carr Institute to complete his BFA. Love finished his MFA in photography at Concordia University in 2009, where he was the 2007 recipient of the Roloff Beny Travel Fellowship. Love also received the Canada Council for the Arts Research and Creation Grant in 2010.

His work has been published in Next Level, Prefix Photo and Blackflash magazine. Love has exhibited his work both nationally and internationally. He is a member of the Everything Co. artist collective. Love is a founding member of Gallery 295, where he is currently the acting curator. In addition to his artistic production, Love is also an arts educator at Emily Carr University, and the University of the Fraser Valley. North Island College & Emily Carr University Artist Talk Lecture Series Winter 2014

Jen Weih Tuesday February 25th

How Deep is Your Disaster III? Film still 2012

Jen Weih is a Vancouver-based artist whose work has included sound performance, installation, print, video, sculpture and most recently dance. Her work has been exhibited at the Burnaby Art Gallery, The Apartment, Or Gallery, Helen Pitt Gallery, Western Front Gallery, and Oakville Galleries. She a member of Other Sights for Artist Projects and teaches at Emily Carr University. She was programming coordinator at VIVO between 2000-2003, where she founded the Signal & Noise Festival of Contemporary Media. She worked for Public Dreams in Vancouver between 1996-2000. She received her BFA from the Emily Carr Institute in 1999 and her MFA from UBC in 2009.

North Island College & Emily Carr University Artist Talk Lecture Series Winter 2014

Mary Fox Tuesday March 11th

Mary Fox has worked as a professional potter in Canada since 1979. Her innovative creations have established her reputation as a dedicated and exacting craftsperson in her field. Mary delights in the challenge of creating contemporary works based on classic lines. Beautiful form, exquisite balance and a sense of contained energy are hallmarks of her work. Fox has received critical acclaim for her works that have been exhibited nationally and internationally in both exhibitions and galleries.

Tribute Lithium Glaze, multi-fired in Oxidation 22 3/4″T

North Island College & Emily Carr University Artist Talk Lecture Series Winter 2014

Liz Carter Tuesday March 25th

Liz Carter is a person of First Nations ancestry who has been displaced from her cultural roots, this has had profound affect upon Carter's work as an artist. Carter says, "It is a life riddle" that has taken her upon a biographical journey full of unanswered questions about displacement and loss of tradition. Carter's search has uncovered a realm of commercial images of the 'Imaginary Indian' that profoundly impacts our perception. It has also revealed the determined struggle of Kwakwaka'wakw culture to carry forward ancient symbols and meanings into a contemporary life. Carter's journey through the labyrinth of mixed meanings embedded within her Native ancestry and her blue-collared upbringing. She uses culturally significant materials like wood, copper, buttons, and animal skins in new ways- with hints from the past and questions about how cultures are interpreted. Originally from Alert Bay, Carter currently resides with her family in Campbell River. She is a graduate of North Island College's Fine Arts program. She has received numerous awards including the VADA, (visual arts development award) A First Peoples, Heritage, Language and Cultural Award, BC Arts Council Award, and recently had work purchased by the Canadian Art Bank in Ottawa and awarded a commission of a permanent piece for the 2010 Olympics. NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.3.1 Campus and Facilities Plan

Reason:

Carol Baert and David Graham, Director, Facilities Services will attend the meeting to provide information to the Board on the 3-year Rolling Project Plan for Facilities Maintenance/Renewal F14/15 – F16/17. The 5-year capital plan which was presented to the Board in June 2013 focused on proposed facility replacement. The focus of this plan is maintenance of existing facilities.

Background

Each year the College receives funding from the Province for maintenance of our facility infrastructure. For F14/15, we are budgeting $242K which is consistent with the prior year. In addition to this annual amount, the Province provides one-time funding for larger projects (>$250K) based on submissions from post-secondary institutions (PSIs) and available funding. In order to be eligible for funding, smaller institutions like NIC consolidate more than one project into a large proposal

In F12/13, NIC received $987 mainly for urgent repairs to Vigar Vocational Centre in Campbell River and a number of “life safety” projects at each campus. In F13/14 NIC received $1.489M for a bundle of projects involving replacement of architectural finishes and plumbing and HVAC repairs/replacement. For F14/15 we have submitted more than $2M in funding requests but have not been advised if the projects will be funded.

The project plan prepared by David Graham summarizes facilities projects totaling $3.9M over the next three years. In developing the plan, David is guided by the consultant report funded by the Ministry four years ago to provide PSIs with a list and timeline for repairs/replacements to maintain our facilities. He also considers requests from program or service areas and problems identified by our cyclical maintenance program. Each year has two columns, the first lists projects which will be funded from the annual routine capital maintenance grant and the second column lists the larger projects requiring Ministry approval and funding. Project scheduling is continually refined based on criteria including life safety, impact on operations, available funding and capacity of the facilities department.

For F14/15, the total includes costs in excess of annual funding. As plans are finalized, some projects may be delayed or we will use deferred maintenance funding from prior years to complete the work. Larger projects have been be submitted to the Ministry for approval. If funding is not received, some repairs may be delayed until funding is available. Urgent repairs will have to be done all or in part using our deferred maintenance funding. The balance of our deferred building maintenance fund is ~$4M.

Action:

For the Board’s information.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.3.2 2014/2015 Budget Approval (attachments)

The draft F14/15 budget prepared by management for Board review on March 27 is included in your board meeting package. As required under the College and Institute Act, it is a balanced budget. Senior Leadership Team (SLT) has reviewed the budget, believes it is achievable and recommends it for approval. The Finance and Audit Committee met in February to review the draft budget, focusing on changes from prior year and management’s strategies for covering funding reductions and cost increases in base-funded programs and services. Changes in revenue and expense budgets by line were explained. On March 18, the Committee met to review changes made to the draft budget since their February meeting.

Action: For the Board’s review and approval

Suggested Resolution:

THAT THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE APPROVE THE FISCAL 2014/15 BUDGET AS PRESENTED.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE 2014-2015 Budget

2014-2015 2013-2014 Change Revenues Province of BC revenues Base operating grant $21,350,721 $21,714,716 -$363,995 Deferred revenue from prior year 277,000 1,229,939 -952,939 Industry Training Authority grant 2,814,103 2,714,028 100,075 Routine capital 242,354 242,354 0 Leases 223,168 223,168 0 Aboriginal Service Plan 200,000 483,855 -283,855 ESL tuition reimbursement 0 11,804 -11,804 Literacy grants (CALP, ESLSAP) 150,000 325,000 -175,000 Student aid (ABESAP, LDAB, SOS, AEF) 108,500 116,280 -7,780 Educational partnerships (VIU, Emily Carr) 472,161 463,372 8,789 Provincial contracts (ESA) 30,000 1,004,335 -974,335 25,868,007 28,528,851 -2,660,844

Federal Government grants 563,785 120,417 443,368

Student fees Base funded programs 3,757,828 3,706,243 51,585 Continuing education and training 1,197,500 1,025,000 172,500 International Education 1,932,468 1,655,583 276,885 6,887,796 6,386,826 500,970 Sales of Goods Bookstore revenue 1,300,000 1,310,000 -10,000 Cafeteria revenue 127,200 127,200 0 1,427,200 1,437,200 -10,000 Contract Services Continuing education and training 470,000 300,000 170,000 Other 155,766 0 155,766 625,766 300,000 325,766 Other Income Investment income 513,350 458,350 55,000 Other income 396,422 365,522 30,900 909,772 823,872 85,900

Total Operating Revenue 36,282,326 37,597,166 -1,314,840

Amortization of deferred capital revenue 1,914,261 2,036,969 -122,708

Total Revenue 38,196,587 39,634,135 -1,437,548

Expenditures Salaries & benefits 27,839,146 28,449,116 -609,970 Other operating expenses 7,092,238 7,478,630 -386,392 Grant transfers 150,000 325,000 -175,000 Student awards 427,900 402,180 25,720 Strategic project costs 0 30,000 -30,000 Amortization of capital assets 2,687,303 2,949,209 -261,906

Total Expenditures 38,196,587 39,634,135 -1,437,548

Revenue less Expenditures 0 0 0

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.4.1 Interim Progress Report - Core Review of Programming

As it advised in its 15 November 2013 communication to the Board of Governors, the Ministry of Advanced Education (AVED) is requiring that all BC public post-secondary institutions, including NIC, undertake institution-wide core reviews of their programming to ensure that student seats are being filled.

The Ministry’s core review process requires that North Island College, like other BC post- secondary institutions, submit three reports:

1st Report - Due December 31, 2013

2nd (Interim) Progress Report - Due February 28, 2014

3rd (Final) Report - Anticipated to be due in Spring 2014; reporting required to be announced.

Attached for the Board’s information is NIC’s Interim Progress Report on its Core Review of Programming. NIC’s submission follows the guidelines for the Interim Progress Report that the Ministry provided on 5 February 2014. The Board of Governors received NIC’s first report on Core Review at its 30 January 2014 meeting.

North Island College annually undertakes many planning processes that support the objectives of the Core Review of Programming. In addition to our Strategic Plan and our Education Plan, each NIC department undertakes an annual planning process. This extensive body of work, as well as our annual educational and administrative processes, is shaping NIC’s core review submissions. In addition, consultation with the college community is underway.

Government’s Core Review process is anticipated to conclude with NIC submitting a final report at the end of Spring 2014.

For information OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

February 28, 2014

Sandra Carroll Deputy Minister Ministry of Advanced Education PO Box 9884 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V9W 9T6

Dear Deputy Minister,

Re: Interim Progress Report – Core Review of Programming

Please find attached, North Island College’s Interim Progress Report on Core Review of Programming.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or North Island College’s Core Review Lead – Lisa Domae, VP Student and Educational Services and Planning ([email protected]).

Sincerely,

J. Bowman President

Attachment: Interim Progress Report, February 2014 – Core Review of Programming cc: S. Brown, Executive Director, Strategic Policy & Planning AVED

L. Domae VP Student and Educational Services and Planning

2300 RYAN RD, COURTENAY, BC, V9N 8N6 WWW.NIC.BC.CA TEL: 250.334.5270 FAX: 250.334.5269 [email protected]

INTERIM PROGRESS REPORT – CORE REVIEW OF PROGRAMMING February 2014

1. INTRODUCTION

This document is North Island College’s Interim Progress Report on its Core Review of Programming. It follows the Ministry of Advanced Education’s Interim Report Guidelines. NIC’s lead for the core review process is Lisa Domae, Vice President, Student and Educational Services and Planning. Contact information is [email protected], 250 334 5272.

2. NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Who we are North Island College (NIC) is a comprehensive community college with a service area that spans over 80,000 km2 on northern Vancouver Island and parts of the BC mainland coast from Desolation Sound to Klemtu. With 159,000 residents in its region, NIC serves the largest population of all of the rural colleges. North Island College acknowledges that it is a guest on the traditional territories of 35 First Nations from the Coast Salish, Kwakwaka’wakw and Nuu-chah-nulth traditions.

Established in 1975 as a distance education institution, NIC began the process of building permanent campuses in the 1990s and now operates four campuses in Campbell River, Comox Valley, Port Alberni, Mount Waddington and a learning centre in Ucluelet. In keeping with its roots, NIC is distinguished by its commitment to serving its widely dispersed population through campus-based pathway programming, technology-enabled distance learning, and cohort based, in-community programming.

Students first is a core value held by all NIC employees across all programs, services and locations. This commitment is at the heart of NIC’s work to expand its suite of programming to meet the labour market needs of its region. Our vision is to be “a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.”

Our Students In the community college tradition, nearly all (91%) of North Island College students are local residents of the College’s service area. NIC’s student population is distinguished by its strong need for adult education and training. Its region has a secondary school non- completion rate that is 6 points higher than the provincial average and a post-secondary non-completion rate that is 9 points higher than the provincial average. Commensurately, there are high levels of income assistance and employment insurance dependency in the

region. NIC’s college region also has the second highest percentage of youth 15-24 receiving income assistance who are employable - more than double the provincial average.

Educational and economic preparedness for post-secondary education and training varies considerably between the four major regions that NIC serves (Campbell River, Comox Valley, Port Alberni and Mount Waddington), with the region’s smaller overall population scattered in small aggregations across the four areas. Secondary school non-completion tends to be greater in NIC’s smaller and more remote communities. For example, Comox- Strathcona (including Campbell River) has a non-completion rate of 29%, close to the provincial average of 28%, while the Mount Waddington and Alberni-Clayoquot (43%) regional districts each have a secondary school non-completion rate of 43%.

Our Programming To meet the education and training needs of its vast region, NIC offers over 100 programs and more than 1,000 courses in the following program areas: adult basic education, business and tourism, health care, fine arts, university transfer, Aboriginal education and Industry Training Authority (ITA) approved trades, technical, and apprenticeship training. It also offers a signficant range of sector specific training, on a cost recovery basis.

NIC‘s 9,143 students (4,607 credit students and 4,536 short-term skills program students) generated 2,645 domestic FTEs in fiscal 13/14, demonstrating that NIC is truly focused on providing life-long education to its communities. Together, its two largest program areas, access/developmental programming and trades/technology account for nearly half of NIC’s overall FTEs. University transfer constitutes approximately 20% of NIC’s programming. health and human Services and career certificate/diploma programs each comprise about 10% of programming. Cost-recovery and Employment Skills Access (ESA) funded sector specific training have blossomed in recent years, now comprising nearly 15% of NIC’s offerings. North Island College also delivered 104 International Education FTEs in fiscal 13/14.

3. CORE REVIEW PROCESS

NIC’s first report outlines in detail its core review process. Highlights include reviewing:

 program learning and employability outcomes;  course and seat utilization by program with consideration of regional availability;  program mix review;  new programing opportunities, in conjunction with industry and local communities;  opportunities to enhance employability skills across programs and services;  partnership agreements;  operational requirements and ways to increase efficiency through technology;  savings and revenue generation opportunities; and,

 budgets through the annual budget process.

NIC is ensuring that its core review process aligns with its strategic, educational and annual accountability planning processes as well as ongoing educational and administrative processes. Core Review provides an opportunity for NIC to seek feedback from its communities - college-wide consultation is underway.

Decisions arising from the core review process will be effected for the fiscal 14/15 year with additional actions to be taken for fiscal 15/16 and beyond.

4. NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE’S RECENT MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Strategic Plan 2011 – 2015, Participation, Partnerships & Pathways and Education Plan 2012 – 2015, Gateway to Learning and Employment have guided NIC in achieving its major accomplishments over the last few years, including:

4.1 Regional and Responsive Delivery Model

NIC is meeting the needs of rural and remote communities through a regional delivery model that centres around in-community and rotational program delivery.

In-community Aboriginal Programming North Island College has signed eduation agreements with 9 bands in its service area to provide upgrading and career oriented programming and is currently delivering 10 programs in these remote communities. NIC recognizes that Aboriginal learners have significant community, family, and employment obligations that make in- community learning culturally appropriate and leads to greater program completion. Community-based programming also allows for greater relevance and responsiveness to Aboriginal learners and facilitates the intense program delivery required to ensure that learners achieve all levels of required coursework. Aboriginal Special Projects Fund (ASPF), Aboriginal Community-Based Delivery Partnership Program (ACBDPP) funding and Phase II, Year II Aboriginal Service Plan (ASP) funding have enabled NIC to deliver this education.

NIC is extremely proud that its overall Aboriginal participation rate (13%) slightly exceeds the representation of Aboriginal peoples in our region (12%).

Rotational Programming To meet the labour market needs of its many smaller communities, NIC rotates programs (health, human services and trades) at different campuses throughout the region. Over the past few years, NIC has rotated both basic and advanced levels of human service worker and early childhood education programming throughout its region. AVED’s Short Health Program has also funded the rotatation of the Health

Care Assistant and Practical Nurse programs to the Mount Waddington campus. Carpentry has also been rotated to the Mount Waddington campus.

4.2 Industry partnerships for community sustainability and economic growth

As a rural college, North Island College has embraced its role as a community capacity builder and on a cost-recovery basis, works to grow community economic and social development, including:

Cost-recovery Sector Specific Training: Through its School of Continuing Education and Training, North Island College has expanded programming by engaging industry in timely program development and delivery, aligned with the BC Jobs Plan. Specifically over the last two years NIC has advanced the development of over 20 new programs and has delivered over 150 contracts to meet the needs of business and industry. In fiscal 2013/14, NIC delivered more than 90 training programs across the region in response to industry needs and served over 400 remote learners across the West Coast, Central and North Island regions extending as far north as Bella Coola and Bella Bella. To respond to regional labour market needs, cost-recovery, sector specific training at NIC has more than doubled since fiscal 06/07, largely funded by the Employment Skills Access (ESA) program.

Rural and Remote Health Care: The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) has committed $2.75 million over 10 years to NIC for the development of health related programming. This concides with the construction of a new hospital adjacent to NIC’s Comox Valley campus which is scheduled for completion in 2017. These activities position NIC to become a leader in rural and remote health care. Consultation with VIHA regarding regional occupational forecasts and program development is currently underway.

4.3 Pathways and Transitions

To meet the full range of education and training needs of the region, North Island College has taken a leadership role in increasing collaborations and partnerships with secondary and other post-secondary institutions to facilitate the transition of students from the K-12 system to post-secondary education and training. Our major accomplishments in this area include:

Secondary School Transitions: North Island College is committed to supporting the transition of secondary school students to post-secondary education and training. NIC has developed partnerships with six nearby school districts (SD 69 Qualicum, SD 70 Port Alberni, SD 71 Comox Valley, SD 72 Campbell River, SD 84 Vancouver Island West, SD 85 Vancouver Island North) to deliver post-secondary level, dual credit courses and ACE-IT programs to high school students in a wide variety of programs.

These activities require that NIC dedicate resources to provide separate courses which fit the secondary school schedule. To foster secondary school transition, NIC annually welcomes over 1,500 high schools students from Parksville to Port McNeil at one of its annual Open Houses.

“Stepping Stones and Ladders:” Student accessibility through the provision of multiple entrance and exit points is a key theme at NIC. Over the last few years NIC has dedicated resources to increase access pathways for students. These pathways facilitate the transition of adult learners to college level credit programming by providing upgrading education in short, accessible pieces. Opportunities for students to continue their learning has also been increased with new bridging programs, laddering options and block transfers to programs at NIC and beyond. Recent examples include: Aboriginal focused foundation skills courses and the Bridge to Success Program, trades oriented essential skills courses, and access programs such as the Construction Labourer (for students with disabilities) program and the Carpentry Access program.

Dual and Guaranteed Admissions Program: With 12 dual and guaranteed admission programs, NIC is ensuring that students have a seamless university transfer experience that includes full credit transfer and a NIC facilitated transition (including a single application and fee and free transfer of their academic record). Universities with which NIC has a Dual/Guaranteed admissions partnership include the University of Victoria, Simon Fraser University, the University of Northern British Columbia, Vancouver Island University and Royal Roads University.

4.4 North Island College International (NICI)

Since fiscal 2010/11, the international student population at NIC has doubled (to 213 students in fiscal 2012/13) with the diversity of origin countries increasing from 21 countries to 31 over that same time frame. The proportion of international students at NIC has also grown from 2.3% in fiscal 2010/11 to 5.3% in fiscal 2013/14. NIC is also becoming a destination for scholarship students who are part of the federally funded Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program from Chile and Mexico and the Brazilian government sponsored Science Without Borders program.

Since fiscal 2010/11, international education revenue has allowed NIC to offer an additional 48 sections of academic programming for domestic students; an investment of approximately $345,000. Revenue from International Education has allowed NIC to open additional courses in areas of high student demand, including business, interactive media, sciences, and English. In addition, since fiscal 2011/12 NIC has been able to leverage government funding to offer English as a second language (ESL) programming year-round for Canadian, permanent resident and international students interested in improving their English language skills.

4.5 Applied Research

North Island College is committed to strengthening the communities of the North Island region by providing residents, organizations and First Nations with access to the skills and knowledge critical to their future success. By engaging with local and global collaborators, the Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation (CARTI) was created in 2012 to facilitate solutions to challenges confronting these organizations. Key values include fostering community resilience, supporting sustainable projects and preparing graduates for emerging demands. North Island College’s recent accomplishments in applied research include:

• Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHERC) grant eligibility status.

• a two-year, $199,464 Innovation Enhancement grant from the College and Community Innovation Program awarded by NSERC in 2012.

• a $999,325 grant to fund an Industrial Research Chair to investigate Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture techniques awared by NSERC in 2013.

• Participation with NANSLO (North American Network of Science Labs Online) in the 4 year, $14 million US Department of Labour funded Consortium for Healthcare Education Online (CHEO) project.

5. PROGRAM ALIGNMENT

By working closely with our community, industry and educational partners, NIC ensures that its programs and institutional resources are aligned with regional community, economic and labour market needs. As funding allows, NIC continues to develop innovative ways to deliver responsive programming on a when-needed, where-needed basis. Curriculum, programs and services that respond to the shifting occupational structure of the North Island region are continuously in development. See also section 4.1 above. These programs are primarily aimed at meeting the training needs of transitioning primary industry workers. Additionally, through the BC Trades Deans, North Island College works with other post- secondary institutions to coordinate trades training for Vancouver Island. BC Stats estimates that near term college region economic growth will be in the trades, transport and equipment occupations (2.4%), encompassing about one-third (34%) of new jobs. 1 Other growing occupational areas are in sales and service (22%), health (12%), and business, finance and administrative (11%). The occupational area expected to shrink in size is processing, manufacturing, and utilities (-2% annual change). To respond to these and

other provincial labour market opportunities outlined in the BC Skills and Training Plan and to increase the efficient and effective operation of programs, NIC has recently made the following adjustments to its programming: • discontinued the undersubscribed joint Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) program with Emily Carr University of Art and Design (ECUAD). Following the transition of current students, return of the 40 FTEs allocated to this program will allow NIC to develop new programming to support regional economic development;

• developed new programming in labour market specific areas such as renewable energy, mine training, coastal log scaling, marine training, horticulture, coastal forestry resources, oil and gas, health and safety and aquaculture technician training;

• offering more advanced levels of the Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport apprenticeship program, Landscape Horticulture and other trades and technology programs;

• relocated the Plumbing programs to the new Trades and Technology Centre at the Comox Valley to better serve the student population attending from southern parts of the region;

• implemented on-line delivery of the Business Certificate to increase regional and other access to the program. This allowed NIC to consolidate two poorly enrolled face-to-face streams into one offering;

• developed post-degree diplomas in Human Resources, Global Business Management and International Business to serve students looking to augment their existing credentials with business education;

• redesigned the Tourism and Hospitality program to include Sustainable Tourism, Hospitality, and Adventure Guiding and to align the program with NIC’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. The program was also relocated to the Comox Valley campus to increase enrolment;

• redesigned the Interactive Media Graphics (IMG) curriculum to include a new certificate in Mobile Applications Development. Updated the Web Development diploma program to include new courses in mobile applications;

• tailored university transfer programming to meet the requirements of career and professional programs offered at our partner post-secondary institutions. For example, pathways in kinesiology, engineering, dental hygiene, occupational therapy, medicine, pharmacy, optometry and veterinary sciences have recently been developed in response to student demand; and

• developed a continuous-entry, blended design, part-time Early Childhood Care and Education diploma.

6. PROGRAM AND ADMINISTRATIVE EFFICIENCIES

From fiscal 11/12 to fiscal 13/14, NIC has made budgetary adjustments totaling $1.9M (more than 5% of operating revenue) to cover budgetary shortfalls caused by unavoidable cost increases; self-funded salary and benefits costs negotiated under the Cooperative Gains Mandate and reduced provincial funding. Cost reductions totaling $1.34M were made to educational programming ($298K) and administration and services ($830K). The balance of the adjustments were covered by increased revenues ($572K) from international education, continuing education and contract training and increases in student fees. For F14/15, budgetary adjustments will be required to cover an additional shortfall of $.9M

In addition, for each of past several years, NIC has benefitted from the following:

 $100,000 savings in annual ERP (Ellucian Colleague) licensing fees and associated services through its participation in the Administrative Systems Consortium (ASC); $85,000 a year in savings from other software licenses;

 $70,000 savings through consolidation of its manageed multi-function printers; and,

 The investment of one-time funds has allowed NIC to increase service efficiency and effectiveness. New technology implementation has included: the implementation of new technology, including the implementation of: a web based portal; an Automated Call Distribution (ACD) system to route calls; ImageNow (document imaging) and VoIP telephone services. NIC has been able to meet growing demand for services while reducing costs through these services.

7. COLLABORATIONS/PARTNERSHIPS

Over the past several years, NIC has engaged in a broad spectrum of collaborations and partnerships to serve the educational needs of its residents in administratively efficient ways. A complete list of our partnerships can be found at https://www.nic.bc.ca/about_us/Partnership_Agreements.

In addition to the partnerships with Aboriginal communities described in section 4.1 and the dual/guaranteed admission pathways described in section 4.2, NIC has recently engaged in the following partnerships with other education institutions and with industry:

Educational partnerships:

• With Vancouver Island University, NIC has jointly developed and is offering an on-line pathway that allows Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to access Bachelor of Science in Nursing programming, eliminating unnecessary course repetition, saving costs and increasing the number of bachelor’s qualified nurses in the province;

• With the College of the Rockies, NIC is jointly delivering two first-year physics courses (PHY-141 and PHY-170) to students transitioning to engineering programs at the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia;

• NIC has joined forces with 19 Wing, CFB Comox to increase access to post-secondary education and training for members of the military and their families by providing military advising services, credit for rank and other services that recognize the unique circumstances of members of the Canadian Forces which can inhibit their educational progress. NIC has also signed a MOU with the Department of National Defence and spearheaded the signing of a MOU between Canadian colleges which have a CFB air force base in their region;

• With the University of Manitoba, NIC has developed seamless educational pathways for Canadian Forces members to allow them to complete their degrees by distance education;

• Signed a MOU with the Justice Institute to partner to deliver public safety education;

• Signed a MOU on Teaching and Learning with Camosun College to share teaching and learning resources in keeping with our mandates as colleges;

• Signed a MOU with Pacific Coast University in Port Alberni, BC; and,

• Signed a Bi-lateral agreement with Emily Carr University of Art and Design.

Industry Partnerships

Industry and community have been key partners as North Island College has increased its sectory specfic training. Recent examples include:

 Mining Industry Hillsborough's Quinsam Mine and Nyrstar provide access to their site managers, provide mine tours and loan equipment to NIC’s Underground Mining program. In addition,

Imperial Metals provides training to our students free of charge and have been instrumental in supporting employment transition and career coaching for students.

 Forestry Industry Western Forest Products provides access to their sites for our students; NIC is also a member of their program advisory committee. Truck Loggers Assocation (TLA) provides advice, free course marketing, instructor referrals, and sponsorship of program students. Many employers between Parksville, Port Alberni, Comox Valley, Campbell River and Mount Waddington have supported our Woodland Studies program through work experience, providing mentorship and site training.

 Aboriginal partnerships for General Industry Training Over the last several years, NIC has collaborated with Aboriginal communities across our region to support in-community training. Bands provide access to classroom space, computer labs, transportation for students, field trips sites, while also hosting student luncheons. Community Village Offices have provided free training space for a range of offerings including Marine training, First Aid, and Food Safe.

8. INNOVATIONS TO PROGRAM AND SERVICE DELIVERY

As it approaches its 40th anniversary, NIC’s history is one that is marked by innovations to program and service delivery. NIC’s recent successes in developing in-community and rotational programming (see section 4.1) are built upon a foundation of delivering programs and services to its rural and remote regions using the best technologies available.

To meet the education and training needs of its communities, 25 years ago NIC pioneered the in-house development of a teaching and learning focused interactive television system (ITV). NIC continues to be a leader in the use of classroom-based interactive television for course and program delivery. ITV provides students across our region and throughout the province with access to face-to-face course delivery through television. ITV is increasingly being used to connect students at NIC to students at other post-secondary institutions and to facilitate the engagement of students across colleges. A major upgrade to NIC’s ITV system has increased the quality of delivery and enabled the delivery to desktops, laptops, tablets, and eventually, mobile devices.

The last few years has seen NIC continue to develop technology to increase blended learning opportunities for students. Blended learning occurs when a course and/or program is organized so that some instruction occurs face-to-face in either a physical or virtual classroom and the remainder is delivered using online tools. These efforts support NIC’s goals of increasing access for working people and parents, reducing the amount of time students must attend class on-campus, without sacraficing learning outcomes. As an example, NIC is pioneering the use of Microsoft Lync to deliver counselling services, advising

sessions, peer tutoring and office hours virtually, all of which support in-community instruction and distance learning.

9. NEW AND EMERGING ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE

Bringing Stakeholders Together – Regional Learning Councils Regional variation in: education and training need, readiness for post-secondary education and training and economic development needs, requires that where possible, NIC develop regionally specific programming for our communities. Consultation with the many local government, industry, First Nations, school district, post-secondary and other community stakeholders to develop NIC’s program and service offerings is necessary to our collective success. To advocate, advise and support adult, post-secondary and secondary education and training, NIC is spearheading the creation of regional learning councils in the Alberni Valley and Mount Waddington regions. Their primary purpose will be to identify adult and post-secondary education needs and opportunities in each region in a model where participants collaborate and share resources.

10. CHALLENGES

The challenges facing North Island College are the challenges of serving our region. Described below are areas where government could assist:

One size does not fit all – Relative Dependency on Government Grants A review of other post-secondary institutions’ financial statements reveals that NIC is the second most dependent institution on the provincial government. Government grants represented 77% of NIC’s total revenues in 2012/13. Tuition revenues accounted for 15%. These facts are important because they mean that in the absence of significant alternative revenue sources, when provincial funding does not increase or is reduced, relatively speaking, there is a greater impact on NIC than on any other institution (except Northwest Community College).

Funding uncertainty – ESA and Aboriginal Funding Labour market focused, quick response training requires uncommitted funding that can be easily targeted to specific needs. The potential discontinuation of the Employment Skills Access (ESA) program, Aboriginal Special Project Funding, Aboriginal Community-Based Delivery Partnership Program (ACBP) will all have a very strong negative effect on NIC’s ability to provide in-community and industry responsive training.

Finances – No deficit policy NIC has two concerns related to legislation prohibiting colleges from running a deficit. Firstly, in order to meet regional needs and to supplement declining funding, a growing portion of college revenue is not supported by Ministry funding. Surpluses built up through these activities could be used for investment in facilities and technology upgrades, however,

NIC is unable to access these surpluses because doing so could result in an annual deficit. While these funds generate investment income for the college which is a benefit, NIC believes the funds could be providing greater benefit if the no-deficit rule was not in place.

The second concern has been triggered by the requirement for the college to use Public Sector Accounting Body Standards (PSABS) in reporting its financial results. While currently, as a result of BC legislation, the college can continue to defer capital contributions, this accounting practice does not follow PSABS with the result that NIC’s financial statements no longer receive an unqualified audit opinion. The concern is that the issue is not fully resolved and any changes that require NIC to recognize funding for large capital projects when received will make it impossible for institutions to balance their budgets without drastic reductions in programs and services.

Finances – Deferred maintenance NIC appreciates the increased provincial investment to address the deferred maintenance problem. However, for smaller institutions, the threshold of $250,000 for large projects requires NIC to combine separate projects into a single larger project in order to access the funding. The requirement to complete the project within the same fiscal year is a challenge and NIC believes it results in inefficiencies that can add to costs. Even though the Ministry is providing confirmation of funding earlier, for small institutions it may be difficult to complete all the preparation and procurement work to be able to undertake the repairs with minimum disruption to program delivery. It would be helpful, when a need is identified, to allocate the funding over two years instead of one. Currently, if NIC is not able to complete a project in the fiscal, it cannot carry it over into the new year and there is a risk that the institution will not receive funding to complete the project the following year.

11. OPTIONS AND/OR PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS

To meet the objectives of the Core Review of Programming, North Island College respectfully offers the following potential policy shifts for consideration.

Provincial Student Financial Aid Policy North Island College’s ability to provide short-term, labour market focused training to its residents is hindered by current StudentAidBC policy restricting student access to financial aid. Specifically, the Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) funding criteria which requires Grade 12 completion as a program prerequisite eliminates many potential applicants from obtaining post-secondary education and training. This in tandem with the exclusion of tuition free Adult Basic Education (ABE), is a significant barrier to enrolling interested students who need upgrading to meet the math and other requirements of in- demand trades and technology programs. This is a particularly strong barrier to participation given the region’s secondary school non-completion rate and high levels of income dependency. Similarly, the ineligibility of programs of less than 12 weeks in duration prevent students from accessing the applied, technical, short-term programs

which prepare individuals for immediate employment. These restrictions work against the province’s plan to accelarate training completion times.

Applied Research Initiatives BC’s colleges are seeking government recognition and support for its applied research initiatives. Participation in community-based research initiatives is vital to advance industry engagement, to obtain external funding and to provide students with applied learning opportunities in the field. Applied research is essential in informing new program development and to attract qualified faculty members.

Tuition Differences Institutional differences in tuition fees for the same program have been in place since the implemention of the tuition limit policy in 2005. This has meant that programs with same credentials have widely varying tuitions across the province. In many cases this does not make sense given the provincial common grid which means that instructional costs are the same across institutions. In addition, the inability of NIC to levy tuition fee and other charges to offset the much higher costs of providing education off-campus has in some cases, hindered this form of delivery. And, the institution’s inability to levy mandatory fees that are in place at other institutions (e.g., levies for building, capital, recreation, learning resources, etc.) has inhibited the college’s overall development and fiscal sustainability. North Island College is seeking provincial benchmarks for tuition and other mandatory fees for similar programs across institutions.

Reporting Requirements The current level and complexity of reports required by the Ministry of Advanced Education, the ITA as well as other bodies, exceeds institutional capacity and diverts resources away from our core business. Frequent requests for ad-hoc reports with short turn-around times are of particular concern. While accountability and transparency to government and the public is a core value, increasing reporting requirements are out of alignment with expectations to reduce administrative overhead.

12. INTERIM SUMMARY

With the resources available to it, North Island College is meeting regional community, economic and labour market needs. NIC will continue its core review of programming in keeping with the goals outlined in provincial budget 2014/15 and BC Government Strategic Plan. Results will be included in its final submission.

1 BC Stats. (October 2011). British Columbia Regional Employment Projections, North Island College Region, 2010 to 2015. Accessed at http://www.bcstats.gov.bc.ca/StatisticsBySubject/LabourIncome/OtherData/RegionalEmploymentProjections.aspx on Feb. 18, 2014.

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE BOARD OF GOVERNORS March 27, 2014

Vision: North Island College is a premier community and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment, that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

AGENDA ITEM: Regular Meeting 4.4.2 Fall 2014 Applications Report

Program applications are an indicator of demand for College programs. On an annual basis, NIC tracks program applications and adjusts both promotion and offerings accordingly.

As per Policy #4-17, Admission, North Island College normally accepts domestic student applications a year prior to the following academic year. Normally, North Island College begins accepting applications from international students as of March 31 for programs starting the following September.

The information provided includes: • Fall 2014 Domestic Student Applications Report • Fall 2014 International Student Applications Report

These reports reflect a year-over-year comparison of student applications as of March 7, 2014. Applications are reported by status as “Applied” or “Qualified”. Applied represents the first stage of the admissions process, including the receipt of new applications and the request for transcripts. Qualified aggregates all statuses beyond the applied status, including the receipt and processing of transcripts, receipt of tuition deposits and admission to programs.

The last two years of significant, exponential growth in international education now requires that the College report domestic and international applications separately. Separate international education reporting allows for analysis of student demand specific to that market.

As part of its enrolment reporting to the Board and in the interests of long-term sustainability, NIC is providing application information for programs beginning in Fall 2014.

It is important to note that we are very early in the application cycle; therefore, variations in program applications are to be expected.

DOMESTIC STUDENT APPLICATIONS Fall 2014 Applications Report At March 7, 2014 with Comparison Data at March 8, 2013

2014 Fall Term 2013 Fall Term Total Total Instructional Area Qualified Applied Applications Qualified Applied Applications % Change University Studies & Applied Programs Applied Business Technology 7 10 17 4 10 14 21% Business Administration 15 19 34 15 22 37 -8% Exercise And Wellness 5 3 8 0 4 4 100% Fine Arts & Photography 4 22 26 7 20 27 -4% Interactive Media & Graphic Design 7 14 21 6 5 11 91% Tourism & Hospitality 3 12 15 6 13 19 -21% University Studies 92 58 150 128 30 158 -5% Subtotal 133 138 271 166 104 270 0% Access & Upgrading Adult Basic Education 4 6 10 5 5 10 0% English Language Program 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 4 6 10 5 5 10 0% Health & Community Care Early Childhood Care & Education 9 13 22 10 11 21 5% Health Care Assistant 24 38 62 30 40 70 -11% Human Services & Social Services 61 55 116 56 54 110 5% Nursing: Bachelor of Science in 259 7 266 305 134 439 -39% Practical Nursing Diploma 45 64 109 22 55 77 42% Subtotal 398 177 575 423 294 717 -20% Continuing Education & Training Activity Assistant Certificate 9 6 15 3 3 400% Animal Care Aide Certificate 9 6 15 3 16 19 -21% Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate 1 8 9 0 10 10 -10% Metal Jewellery Design Certificate 2 3 5 0 0 Underground Mining Essentials 0 1 1 0 0 Subtotal 21 24 45 6 26 32 41% Trades & Technology Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S) 6 7 13 0 0 Automotive Service Technician Foundation 3 4 7 5 5 10 -30% Carpentry Foundation 0 3 3 0 5 5 -40% Drafting 2 5 7 1 4 5 40% Electrical Foundation 17 17 34 13 18 31 10% Electronics Technician 19 6 25 5 6 11 127% Heavy Duty & Commercial Transport Mechanics Foundation 35 17 52 28 24 52 0% Joinery/Cabinetmaking Foundation 4 5 9 5 3 8 13% Landscape Horticulture Fundamentals 0 1 1 0 0 Plumbing & Piping Foundation 13 12 25 11 8 19 32% Welding 7 18 25 11 15 26 -15% Subtotal 106 95 201 79 88 167 20% Apprenticeship Training Apprenticeship: Carpentry 5 5 3 3 67% Apprenticeship: Electrical 4 6 10 2 1 3 233% Apprenticeship: Heavy Duty Mechanic 1 4 5 0 0 Apprenticeship: Plumbing 1 1 2 2 -50% Apprenticeship: Professional Cooking Level 1 1 14 15 3 10 13 15% Apprenticeship: Professional Cooking Level 2 0 1 1 0 3 3 -67% Subtotal 12 25 37 10 14 24 54% Grand Total 674 465 1139 689 531 1220 -7%

2014 2013 Campus Fall Term Fall Term Change % Change Campbell River 318 168 150 89 % Comox Valley 742 876 -134 -15 % Port Alberni 78 176 -98 -56 % Mount Waddington 1 0 1 Total Applications 1,139 1,220 -81 -7 %

Notes: Applied represents the first stage of the application process, including receipt of new applications and requesting transcripts. Qualified aggregates all applications that have progressed beyond the Applied status, including receipt and processing of transcripts through tuition deposit and program admission.

Office of Institutional Research & Planning Printed on 3/17/2014 2:08 PM 1 / 2 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATIONS Fall 2014 Applications Report At March 7, 2014 with Comparison Data at March 8, 2013

2014 Fall Term 2013 Fall Term Total Total Program Qualified Applied Applications Qualified Applied Applications % Change University Studies & Applied Programs Business Administration 25 23 48 18 52 70 -31% Exercise And Wellness 0 1 1 -100% Fine Arts & Photography 3 3 4 4 -25% Interactive Media & Graphic Design 17 6 23 4 5 9 156% Tourism & Hospitality 2 5 7 3 4 7 0% University Studies 20 15 35 8 6 14 150% Subtotal 64 52 116 34 71 105 10% Access & Upgrading English Language Program 4 5 9 1 2 3 200% Subtotal 4 5 9 1 2 3 200% Health & Community Care Early Childhood Care & Education 4 4 0 Health Care Assistant 1 1 0 Human Services & Social Services 1 1 0 Practical Nursing Diploma 1 1 0 Subtotal 0 7 7 0 0 0 Trades & Technology Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S) 1 1 2 1 1 100% Automotive Service Technician Foundation 0 1 1 -100% Electronics Technician 5 5 10 1 1 2 400% Plumbing & Piping Foundation 1 1 0 Subtotal 6 7 13 1 3 4 225% Apprenticeship Training Apprenticeship: Professional Cooking Level 1 1 1 2 1 1 100% Apprenticeship: Professional Cooking Level 2 1 1 0 Subtotal 1 2 3 0 1 1 200% Grand Total 75 73 148 36 77 113 31%

2014 2013 Campus Fall Term Fall Term Change % Change Campbell River 15 4 11 275 % Comox Valley 133 109 24 22 % Total Applications 148 113 35 31 %

Office of Institutional Research & Planning Printed on 3/17/2014 2:08 PM 2 / 2 Education Council Report for the Board March 2014

Education Council was established in 1996 in response to the then new College and Institute Act. Clauses 14, 15 and 18 of the Act define the role and composition of an Education Council. The mandate of the Education Council at North Island College is to ensure educational quality. Education Council extends a standing invitation for members of the Board to attend Council meetings. This report is provided to update the Board on work done by the Council.

Approved Policy

 Policy #3‐15 New Course and Course Revision Approval o Formatted to policy 1‐14 standards o Changes name of policy from New Course and Significant Course Change to New Course and Course Revision Approval o New policy clearly defines the process for approval and is in align with our New Program approval policy o Removes old references to Cat A and Cat B which no longer exists. We now categorize our programs by credential type (see policy 3‐22 Program and Course Credentials). o Defines a major revision vs. a minor revision. o Clarifies in guidelines authority to approve new courses or revisions based on whether it is a new course, major revision or minor revision. o Procedures are attached to this policy to provide a step‐by‐step process for approval.

Approved Curriculum

New Programs:  Welder Foundation  Business Administration PDD – Pre‐Chartered Professional Accountant

Program Revisions:  Professional Cook 1  Professional Cook 2  BBA Accounting Option  Business Administration PDD ‐ Accounting Option (including name change to Accounting and Finance Option)  Welder Foundation  Health Care Assistant Certificate

New Course:  BUS 418 Advanced Managerial Accounting

Course Revisions:  THM 197 Cooperative Education Internship Work Term  MAT 033 Intermediate Math

The next Education Council meeting is April 11th, 2014.

Heather Howie Chair, Education Council

February 20, 2014 North Island College 2300 Ryan Road Courtenay, BC V9N 8N6

To the North Island College Board of Governors,

In accordance with the College and Institute Act, please consider this letter to be notice regarding collection of North Island Students' Union membership fees and Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) membership fees.

As determined by a majority of the members of the Students’ Union who voted in the referenda to establish this fee structure, the fees for the 2014/2015 academic year are:

North Island Students’ Union membership fee $10.82/month $43.28/semester $2.89/credit

Canadian Federation of Students membership fee $2.15/month $8.60/semester $0.57/credit

As required by the Students’ Union bylaws and the College and Institute Act, the most recent financial statements will be made available to our members at our annual general meeting.

Further, the Students’ Union remains in good standing and has not been struck from the Registry of Societies.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely,

James Bowen Executive Director North Island Students’ Union