College issues budget update
Camosun College recently made public its revenue and expenditures for the nine fiscal months ending December 31, 2025. The college reported a deficit of $4.6 million; the budgeted deficit is $3.1 million. In a statement, the college said it is “not unusual” to report a deficit at this point in the year. Domestic enrolment for fall 2025 was up approximately three percent compared to fall of the previous year, while international enrolment was approximately 1,150 students, below the target of 1,200 and less than the 1,836 international students enroled in fall 2024. The college is predicting a deficit of $2.2 million at the end of the fiscal year, which is March 31. It says that with a further decrease in international student numbers will come further financial strain.
Teacher Recognition Awards seek nominations
The fifth annual Camosun Teacher Recognition Awards are now taking nominations from students. The awards recognize faculty who go above and beyond in promoting student success and use flexible and engaging approaches to teaching. Nominations close on Sunday, March 1; to nominate a teacher go to camosun.libwizard.com/f/cc_2026_teacher_recognition_nomination. The recognition event takes place on Tuesday, April 28.
Post-secondary review deadline extended
The deadline for the independent review of the province’s post-secondary sector has been extended. The review, which the Camosun College Student Society represented island students in, had an original deadline of March 15; it has been extended by two weeks.
Camosun named as a top employer
Camosun College has been named as one of BC’s top employers in 2026. This marks two years in a row the college has been recognized in the annual competition, held by employment-periodical publisher Mediacorp Canada. The recognition comes from the college’s “commitment to creating a supportive and enriching work environment,” according to a college press release. Camosun has approximately 1,400 employees.