Camosun knowledge keeper passes away
Victor Underwood, an elder and knowledge keeper at Camosun for over 25 years, passed away on Wednesday, January 14. In a statement, the college said that Underwood gave his time and wisdom to the college and was passionate about supporting Indigenous students and communities. The college lowered flags to half-mast for seven days to honour Underwood.
Camosun brings new digital resources to Kenyan schools
Camosun’s School of Business is collaborating with Algonquin College, Georgian College, and Kenyan institutions led by Kenya School of Technical and Vocational Education Training to bring online and blended learning opportunities to young people in Kenya. This is especially helpful for girls, women, and other underserved populations to gain skills to help them find employment that they would not have had access to otherwise.
Saanich budget engagement process open to public
The municipality of Saanich is beginning its draft Financial Plan, including the annual budget for the municipality and proposed Saanich Police and public library budgets. There’s a budget survey available online until Monday, February 9, and in-person budget meetings that any Saanich resident can go to. Residents can attend and speak in person as long as they register, and all meetings are available via live webcast as well. The final Financial Plan will be adopted by Monday, May 11. Take the budget survey at hello.saanich.ca/en/projects/2026-municipal-budget-engagement-survey.