August 31, 2010 - Building a Media and Communications Career Strategy Whether you go into the fields of journalism, public relations or a related communications field with your new Bachelor of Arts degree, you'll need to have a strategy with how you deliver the news, information and messages that are important to your audience. More
August 23, 2010 - How Women are Using Their MBA Degree to Climb the Corporate Ladder As the economic climate became unpredictable in recent years, more women were heading back to business school. The trend has continued, with more women pursuing their MBA degree for the numerous opportunities it can provide in both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. More
August 12, 2010 - The Changing Face of the Public Relations Professional Public relations roles for companies may never have been more important than now, in the age of social media. Because of that, opportunities abound in the public relations field for those who come out of college with a communications or media degree. More
August 12, 2010 - Upcoming Events At University Canada West, we understand that choosing a university takes careful consideration. The following events will give prospective students the opportunity to learn more about University Canada West and what it has to offer. More
August 4, 2010 - How to Write a Letter of Intent for MBA Admissions After you've made the decision to apply for an MBA, you may be a little confused regarding what to write in your letter of intent. The letter of intent should provide an overview of how an MBA will help you reach your academic and/or professional objectives. More
July 26, 2010 - The Importance of Effective Communication Skills The process of taking what you've learned about the theory and best practices of a media and communications degree into the real world can be a bumpy, and nerve-wracking, journey. But at the heart of this transition is learning about effective communication. More
June 30, 2010 - How Do Communication Professionals Keep Coming Up With Engaging Story Ideas? A communication degree can help media professionals jumpstart their journalism career
Vancouver, BC - June 30, 2010 - After you have emerged from university with a degree in Media and Communications, you can have the world's greatest writing skills, a network of interesting sources at your fingertips and a job lined up at a major media outlet. Bu... More
June 18, 2010 - Improving the Bottom Line of a Small Business with Green Initiatives MBA programs help teach business professionals how to green their companies
Vancouver, BC - June 18, 2010 - Savvy business owners are 'greening' their business and attracting loyal customers and valuable employees. It's a business trend worth noting and while some companies are taking advantage of green initiatives and financial incentives to upg... More
June 14, 2010 - Flexibility Key to Today’s MBA Programs This article appeared in the The Globe and Mail on Friday, May 14, 2010.
Business professionals who want to advance through the ranks recognize the value of an MBA, but many want to acquire the degree without interrupting their career. Western Canadian universities are finding creative ways to respond to this growing demand for flexible MBA progr... More
June 8, 2010 - Buy a Computer, Get a Free iPod Touch University Canada West students can benefit from Apple's 2010 education promotion
Vancouver, BC - June 8, 2010 - Apple is looking to help students, faculty and staff at University Canada West get into the groove this fall with special pricing on Mac computers and a free 8GB iPod touch.
Apple Education Promotion
Here's how it works: Buy an... More
June 1, 2010 - How to Land a Job Interview After Graduation Everything university grads need to know to make themselves stick out from the competition
Victoria, BC - June 1, 2010 - Once graduation arrives, it's usually time to start looking for a job, but with an increasingly competitive job market it's important to make a great first impression on a prospective employer. The best way to do th... More
May 14, 2010 - The Art of Writing Just as Important in Our Digital World Despite wired world, writing skills still important
Vancouver, BC - May 14, 2010 - With the crush of new media, 140-character Twitter limits and abbreviated texting language, the art of writing can get lost. Students who are pursuing a media and communications degree however, need to make sure they hone their valuable writing skills, even in... More
May 11, 2010 - The Value of University Scholarships Scholarships offer students an opportunity to lower university tuition
Victoria, BC - May 11, 2010 - Today, more than ever, it is extremely important to obtain a quality higher education. After all, a university education can open doors to an abundance of opportunities that you may otherwise not have access to. Since business graduates are ... More
April 30, 2010 - How to Find a Media and Communications Mentor Learning from media professionals while studying at university prepares students for the real world
Vancouver, BC - April 30, 2010 - When working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Communications, one of the best steps you can take to enrich your degree and ensure future success is to find mentors in the business.
Mentors for Commun... More
April 27, 2010 - Top Ten Online Learning Tips Distance learning offers more flexibility than traditional degree programs
Vancouver, BC - April 27, 2010 - Online learning is an extremely convenient - and effective - way for you to obtain a post-secondary education. Why? Online degree programs allows you to improve yourself without interfering with your career or family life in a major way.&nb... More
April 23, 2010 - Technology Powers Distance Learning Internet has drastically changed the face of distance learning programs
Victoria, BC - April 23, 2010 - With the rise of online streaming video and the general expectation of access to quality, free information from the public, distance learning has gotten a boost. Whether as part of a formal degree program or as an addition to a lifelong learni... More
April 16, 2010 - Practical Skills Gained From an MBA Degree Risk Management among skills aquired in MBA degree program
Vancouver, BC - April 16, 2010 - Did you know that you will gain a variety of marketable skills while taking your MBA courses? Some of the skills that you will acquire include:
Leadership Skills: When you work towards an MBA degree, you participate in group projects, presentations ... More
April 16, 2010 - A Bachelor’s Degree is the First Step Towards a Career in Media and Communications Communications careers require a relevant BA
Vancouver, BC - April 16, 2010 - A Bachelor of Arts degree is essential for anyone pursuing a potential career in media and communications, since it provides not only the practical skills and knowledge to get the job done, but a fundamental understanding of why the business operates as it does.
With a... More
April 7, 2010 - Many Business Program Options at University Canada West Flexibile business courses help more people pursue a BCom or MBA degree
Vancouver, BC - April 7, 2010 - Looking for flexibility in your pursuit of a BCom or MBA degree? University Canada West offers its business students many different business education options. For instance, if a student has career and/or family obligations that will hind... More
April 1, 2010 - Online Degrees Help with Professional Development Distance learning options make earning an online degree easier than ever
Vancouver, BC - April 1, 2010 - A time crunch and a technological boom have added up to a reflective growth in the number of college and post-graduate degrees offered online for people who may not have had access before. One of the most interesting areas of growth for online... More
March 26, 2010 - Why Get an Online MBA Degree? Online MBA programs offer business hopefuls more opportunities to earn degree
Victoria, BC - March 26, 2010 - We all know that an MBA (Master of Business Administration) program can expand your educational insights and significantly improve your future career prospects. An advanced degree of this sort can enable you to acquire business expertise ... More
March 24, 2010 - Media and Communications: Hashtags a Powerful Tool for Claiming Your Expertise on Twitter Twitter proves to be a powerful too for media and communications professionals
Vancouver, BC - March 24, 2010 - What is the best way to brand, monitor and participate in conversations happening on Twitter? Understand the power of hashtags.
As a media professional, there are going to be events and issues that you cover better and more extensively... More
March 19, 2010 - Redefining Journalism: Working in the Digital Age Despite flux in delivery models, job opportunities for media professionals continue to grow
Victoria, BC - March 19, 2010 - The journalism industry is in a state of flux, the likes of which has never been seen. This goes beyond the issues facing newspapers but extends to magazines, local television and radio. Competition, access to information an... More
March 16, 2010 - Financial Aid for Business School Students Paying for business school just got a whole lot easier
Vancouver, BC - March 16, 2010 - University Canada West offers a wide variety of financial aid options for students looking to pursue business school, and other degree programs. For instance, we can help you to apply for government student loans and provide information about other loans... More
March 12, 2010 - Building Social Media Profiles Strategies for making social media work for you
Vancouver, BC - March 12, 2010 - Often the first step one takes when stepping out into social media is building a network. At first, this may seem like a no-brainer. Ask your friends and upload your e-mail address book into Twitter and Facebook and away you go.
For media and communications professi... More
March 9, 2010 - Does a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Hold Real Value? An MBA can give you the upper hand in a tough economy
Vancouver, BC - March 9, 2010 - Traditionally, an MBA degree has been known to substantially increase an individual's employment prospects. In today's less than stellar economic environment, this situation still holds true. No wonder this graduate degree is one of the most coveted degree... More
March 5, 2010 - Live Chats During Events Leverage the Media’s Expertise Media tactics continue to evolve with changing technology
Vancouver, BC - March 5, 2010 - Whether it's breaking down the minutiae of Olympic hockey or the dissecting American health care reform debate, the ability to communicate in real-time with readers during live events has become a new and critical tool for the media.
Thanks to tools like Co... More
March 2, 2010 - University Canada West Featured in the Victoria Times Colonist Flexibility makes education accessible to working professionals
Times Colonist - March 2, 2010 - Many working professionals know that investing in higher learning will be the key to their success. However, leaving a job in this economic climate is usually not an option. One Canadian university is making it easier for working professionals to earn... More
March 2, 2010 - Want a Career in Business – and the Environment? Money to be made from population's desire to go green
Over the past few years, people are interested in "all things green" in ever increasing numbers.
In fact, a report conducted by futurethink called The Future of Green Business Strategy states that today:
Walmart is going green
Celebrities are becoming eco-evangelists
Th... More
February 24, 2010 - Media and Communications: Launching Your Career Possibilities are endless for grads with the right skills and education
A degree in media and communications offers career opportunities in one of the most exciting and challenging fields of work for graduates interested in a creative business industry. A Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Media and Communications from University Canada West (University Ca... More
February 4, 2010 - Curriculum Vitae vs. Résumé Knowing the differences between the two can make or break a job application
Vancouver, BC - While the terms Curriculum Vitae (CV) and résumé are often used interchangeably, job seekers should know that they are not the same thing. Both are used to apply for employment, but it's important to know the differences in order to use the c... More
January 19, 2010 - A Bachelor’s Degree is Your Ticket to Success
Post-secondary education is the key to increased earnings
Vancouver, BC - In turbulent economic times, a bachelor's degree is one of the few investments that you can count on.
Earning post-secondary credentials is proven route to increased income. In British Columbia, a high-school graduate can expect to earn $30,888 for full-time, year-... More
January 13, 2010 - University Canada West Launches Brighter Futures Bursary Program Full-time students to earn bursary worth half their tuition
Vancouver, BC - January 13, 2010 - University Canada West (University Canada West) is making it easier for Canadians to pursue a bachelor's degree, no matter their financial situation. Between January and April 2010, all students entering a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Art... More
December 8, 2009 - Dr. Verna Magee-Shepherd named acting president at University Canada West Dr. Verna Magee-Shepherd has been named as acting president at University Canada West. She will assume her responsibilities at once. Dr. Shepherd's s extensive post-secondary experience has spanned the university, college and institute sectors. Her roles have included undergraduate teaching and positions as Associate Dean, Dean, Vice President (S... More
December 3, 2009 - University Canada West Launches Video Scholarship Contest University Canada West gives creative 2010 high school grads a crack at $5,000 award
Vancouver, BC - December 3, 2009 - "School's not cheap!" But, thanks to University Canada West's $1 Million Scholarship program, students don't have to worry. University Canada West is giving high school students a chance to earn $5,000 towards the... More
November 18, 2009 - University Canada West Holds Fourth Convocation Victoria, BC - November 18, 2009 - University Canada West is pleased to announce its fourth convocation since opening its doors in August 2004. This fall's ceremony will be held at Alix Goolden Hall in Victoria, BC on November 21st at 3:00 PM.
While there is usually an annual convocation held in the fall, University Canada West's innovative five ... More
November 4, 2009 - University Canada West Welcomes the World with $1 Million in Scholarships
More than 500 scholarships available to 2010 high school grads around the world
Vancouver, BC - November 4, 2009 - When $1 million is up for grabs, the competition is sure to be steep. High school students from around the world are invited to submit their application to receive up to $25,000 for tuition at University Canada ... More
October 29, 2009 - Canadian Library Month Shifts Focus Universities find new benefits in online library research
Victoria, BC - October 29, 2009 - With budgets being pinched for public libraries, the role university libraries and librarians play has become even more important. October celebrates Canadian Library Month with the motto of "Your Library, Your World", and the increasing presence of onlin... More
October 22, 2009 - University Canada West Promotes Canadian Education in Turkey University Canada West wraps up recruitment tour in Istanbul
Vancouver, BC - October 22, 2009 - Representatives from University Canada West are preparing to conclude their fall recruitment tour of Turkey in Istanbul on October 25, 2009. With an increasing number of international students looking to Canada for post-secondary education, University ... More
October 16, 2009 - Schools Still on Alert for H1N1 Outbreaks University Canada West keeps students informed to combat flu
Victoria, BC - October 16, 2009 - While most Canadians have brushed aside worries about H1N1, officials say that the new flu strain is still a very real health concern. That's why University Canada West is keeping its students up-to-date with current information about the disease and pr... More
October 9, 2009 - Campuses Offer a Practical Academic Education
International students continue to be drawn to Canadian colleges and universities, thanks to their reputation for high academic standards and respected credentials. Now, students looking to take advantage of a Canadian post-secondary education, while maintaining their own culture, can find a multicultural experience at University Canada We... More
October 1, 2009 - Is Journalism Dead? Media and Communications Students at University Canada West Learn to Adapt to Changing World
Victoria, BC - October 1, 2009 - Don't confuse an economic downturn with the death of journalism. According to Michel Janisse, Dean of Arts and Science at University Canada West (University Canada West), news gatherers are still in high demand, thanks to ... More
September 28, 2009 - Education is Now Just a Click Away Students no longer have to choose between the classroom and their career
Victoria, BC - September 28, 2009 - The modern student no longer has to choose between their career and post-secondary education with more online university programs becoming available around the world. For students like Elie Chini, online degree programs like those offered ... More
September 21, 2009 - Students Press Fast Forward on Education Bachelor's degree attainable in half the time at University Canada West
Victoria, BC - September 19, 2009 - In the time it takes to earn a college diploma in Canada, students can walk away with a bachelor's degree from University Canada West (University Canada West). With soaring unemployment rates around the world, getting back into the workforc... More
September 10, 2009 - Canadian Education Appreciated Globally Vancouver, BC - September 10, 2009 - For international students, a Canadian education will help them gain a competitive advantage in the job market, both within their home country and abroad. For those looking to reap the benefits that come with a North American degree, University Canada West (University Canada West), the country's first and only ... More
September 2, 2009 - University Canada West Goes Viral University Canada West's Twitter, Facebook and YouTube Pages Expand Online University's Web Presence
Vancouver, BC - September 2, 2009 - Students, faculty and fans of University Canada West now have more options to interact with the online university, with the official launch of the school's Twitter, YouTube and Facebook profiles. Each i... More
August 28, 2009 - Navigating the Global Economy with an MBA International students benefit from Canadian business education Victoria, BC - August 27, 2009 - With the global economy still on shaky ground, business professionals around the globe continue to look for opportunities to get a leg up on the competition. For some, investing in higher learning will be the key to their success. An MBA degree can h... More
August 7, 2009 - Finish Faster Award Promotes Student Success Finish Faster Award Encourages Student Success
Vancouver, BC - August 4, 2009 - University Canada West (University Canada West) is offering an incentive to students who put their education first. Students who meet the university's Tuition Incentive Program (TIP) requirements will have their tuition reduced by 15% for the academic year.
"Universi... More
July 8, 2009 - Passing of Robert McNamara, Strong Supporter of University Canada West Victoria, BC - President and Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of colleagues and students at University Canada West, expresses his sadness and regret to learn of the death on July 6th, 2009, of Robert McNamara, one of the foremost citizens of the USA during the twentieth century.
Mr. McNamara was a strong supporter of the University, s... More
July 7, 2009 - University Canada West Supports Vancouver Youth Arts Program University Canada West recently donated $5,000 to the St. Patrick Regional High School Choir in Vancouver in support of their 11th Anniversary Gala Concert. On hand to receive the donation was St. Patrick's Choir Honorary Patron, Senator Yonah Martin and musical director Patrick Mossman.
The donation from University Canada West will be used to he... More
June 30, 2009 - Inspirational Speaker Kevin Brooks Supports New Counter Attack Initiative June 30, 2009 - Almost a decade ago, Kevin Brooks awoke in a hospital bed, clinging to life, paralyzed from the waist down. Kevin had spent the night partying and drinking with friends and had chosen to drive home - with his best friend Brendan as his passenger. Brendan didn't survive the crash.
Ever since that fateful night, Kevin has taken his ... More
June 4, 2009 - University Canada West Featured in the Globe and Mail Business-ready grads equipped with skills for a changing world of commerce
As demonstrated by the recent financial crisis, business moves at the speed of light and on a global scale. To prepare tomorrow's business leaders, western institutes of higher learning are responding with innovative new programs - helping students graduate faster, aim hig... More
April 27, 2009 - Active learning at University Canada West In Sid Tafler’s Media Ethics course, students learned about government secrecy and communication in two visits to city hall. They attended a meeting of Committee of the Whole, a committee of city council, and during that meeting, council went into private session three times.
Later the students met with Mayor Dean Fortin to ask about ... More
April 27, 2009 - Shuttlecocks Anyone? Ray Suzanne announces new student recreation opportunities in the student centre and provides some history of the game of badminton.
In response to student requests, Student services purchased two badminton racks, a net and some shuttlecocks for use in the gymnasium. Pivot holes and court layout is at the stage end of the gym; the upright poles a... More
April 1, 2009 - University Canada West heads to India and Nepal University Canada West official representatives will be attending educational trade shows as well as conducting educational seminars in Nepal and India from April 20th to May 9th. Representatives will be pleased to meet with prospective students in Kathmandu, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh and Ludhiana.
If you ... More
March 26, 2009 - Webinar and Information Session University Canada West will be holding a Webinar and a Lunch Information Session downtown regarding undergraduate and graduate degree programs offered at its Vancouver campus and online.
Our undergraduate and graduate degree programs are designed to suit the needs of part-time or full-time students.
JOIN US AT OUR WEBINAR or INFORMATION SESSION!... More
February 1, 2009 - University Canada West Heads to the Middle East Instructors from University Canada West headed to Saudi Arabia this past October as part of a partnership with King Faisal University and the Shabakah Training establishment. Sherry Contreras, director of the University Canada West Language academy and Implementation director of the King Faisal University Project, led a teaching staff of 18 to the... More
February 1, 2009 - Swedish Student Takes University Canada West Scholarship Talia Meyer is the latest University Canada West scholarship recipient. Gothenburg-born Meyer came to the university after a few years of working and traveling.
Meyer says she chose University Canada West in part because of the finish faster option. The small classes also held appeal. After finishing her degree, Meyer hopes to find a intellectual... More
January 1, 2009 - Graduation is a Family Affair Most parents watch with pride as their children graduate from university, but Antonio Espinoza joined right in.Espinoza and his son, Shankarananda, graduated together this year's convocation: Antonio with a BCom and Shankarananda with an MBA. Both father and son said that being at University Canada West together was a very positive experience sayi... More
November 30, 2008 - University Canada West Celebrates Second Convocation Six Masters of Business Administration and nine Bachelor of Commerce students were granted their degrees as University Canada West celebrated its second convocation since opening its doors in 2005.
This represents a significant increase in graduates over the institution's first convocation in the fall of 2006.
In their remarks to the graduating ... More
November 18, 2008 - University Canada West Celebrates Third Convocation Sir John Daniel is President of the Commonwealth of Learning, the only international intergovernmental agency that focuses exclusively on using technology to expand the scope and scale of learning. A graduate of Oxford Universityand the University of Paris, his 1996 ground-breaking book on the future of higher education. Mega-Universities and Know... More
October 3, 2008 - New Private University Opens Its Doors University Canada West, the first private sector corporate university established under new BC legislation, is celebrating its grand opening.
Based in Victoria, British Columbia, University Canada West is an innovative milestone in BC's education, opening new learning opportunities, and building Victoria's reputation in i... More
September 15, 2008 - University Canada West Awards First Scholarships University Canada West has awarded its first scholarships. Cadeyrn Christie and Klarika Parkinson of Victoria won University Canada West's $25,000 scholarship and Jeff Shannon won University Canada West's $10,000 scholarship. Rachael Bloomfield won the $5,000 scholarship.
Cadeyrn graduated with outstanding grades from the EBUS Academy, a BC Publi... More
August 31, 2008 - Private University Attracts Students with Free Tuition Canada's first fully accredited private university is giving this year's prospective students extra incentive to enroll: a tuition-free term. University Canada West in Victoria, B.C., which opened its doors September 2005, is attempting to increase its student body and distribute more scholarship dollars by offering stude... More
August 10, 2008 - University Canada West Levels the Playing Field Between Local and International Students International students at University Canada West will no longer pay higher fees than Canadian residents, the school has announced.University Canada West is the first Canadian university to level the tuition playing field for international students, the school's presidents said."It is our belie that as we are self-funded we can offer what the mains... More
August 8, 2008 - University Canada West President Heads to China University Canada West president is accompanying future partners at University Canada West's Comox Valley campus - Sage Hills Development and the IMG Academies.
The trip is part of a delegation organized by the Comox Valley Economic Development Society, with the theme being "What can the Olympics do for our community?"
While the tit... More
July 23, 2008 - University Canada West Supports Emerging Artists University Canada West is hosting a community art exhibit at the student centre of the Kings Road campus. The gallery is the brainchild of Peter Such, the new Victoria College of Art and Design director, who wanted a space where University Canada West and community artists can display and sell their work.
Such said this is a place where young art... More
July 23, 2008 - A Moving Tribute to the Summer of Love If young offenders repainted your car, you would likely consider it vandalism. But VCAD Director Peter Such considers his new paint job a work of art.
Residents at the Victoria Juvenile Detention Centre painted Such's 1968 VW bus earlier this spring. The project came together through chance when the Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria disc... More
July 23, 2008 - University Canada West VP joins DQAB University Canada West Vice President academic has been appointed to the Province's Degree Quality assessment Board (DQaB) by The Honorable Murray Coell, BC Minis- ter of advanced education.
Dr. Rogerson's two-year appointment marks the first time a private, self-funded university has been represented on the Board.
The Board advi... More
June 17, 2008 - University Canada West Remembers First Honorary Doctorate Recipient Chancellor Myer Horowitz and colleagues and students, especially the MBA graduates of Fall Convocation 2006, are sad to acknowledge that Dr William W. Winspear, the first recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from University Canada West, died at his home near Sidney BC on June 10th 2007.
Dr Strong spoke with prai... More
June 4, 2008 - New Faces at University Canada West, VCAD and LINC University Canada West's Chairman and CEO announce four new appointments today, two to the board of LearningWise Inc. as well as a new member of the University Canada West Academic Council and a new Acting Director of the Victoria College of Art and Design.
Judd Buchanan and Peter Schenk joned as directors of LearningWise Inc. The... More
April 29, 2008 - Former UVic President Forms Private University The first for-profit university to offer degree programs approved by the B.C. government plans to open in Victoria this fall. University Canada West is one of several private institutions - profit and nonprofit - seeking accreditation in B.C. at a time of exploding demand worldwide for post-secondary education. University ... More
March 20, 2008 - Framework Agreement Signed for Private University in the Comox Valley IAC-Independent Academies Canada has signed a framework agreement with LearningWise Inc. (LINC) under which LINC will operate the main campus of its University Canada West as well as a private Kindergarten to Grade 12 School at Sage Hills.
The agreement, signed on March 9, 2006 in the Comox Valley, is a follow-up to the M... More
March 5, 2008 - Private Victoria University Preps for Launch University Canada West, housed in the former Blanshard Elementary School, will open in September becoming the first private for-profit university in the country authorized by any government. A Bachelor of Commerce with a specialty in Technology Management and an MBA will be the inaugural offerings in the 36,000-square-foot facility that's currentl... More
February 18, 2008 - University Canada West Students Attend Ministry of Advanced Education Leadership Forum University Canada West students and administrators joined delegates from British Columbia's public and private universities and colleges in Vancouver recently to discuss the recommendations put forward in the Campus 2020 report.
Campus 2020 is a planning process that will shape the vision, mission, goals and objectives of B.C.'s post-secondary sy... More
February 15, 2008 - Developers Test the Waters for Whistler University Developers of a proposed private university in Whistler are quietly testing the waters in the resort to gauge the interest for their proposal in the south end of the resort town.
Several community members have met with proponents to hear about plans for the university. It was, for the most part, very well received.
"The concept of the university... More
January 31, 2008 - University Canada West Announces New CFO University Canada West has announced the appointment of Gregory Diemer as Chief Financial Officer, as of February 1, 2008.
In his previous role, Greg was Senior Financial Auditor, Thrifty Foods, where he managed and performed operational audits, also undertaking special management consulting projects and providing business advice, including imple... More
January 28, 2008 - University Canada West President Appoints Former TV Host as China Advisor University Canada West President has appointed Li Wenying (Wendy) as Special Assistant to the President, China.
For the past seven years, Li, a former resident of Beijing, China, acted as producer, director and host of TV talk shows for China TV, including a well-known educational program called The Challenge in 2000.
In 2002 she cr... More
December 17, 2007 - Sports Academy, University Canada West Campus Planned for Comox Valley A Florida-based sports-training academy announced plans yesterday to open a school in the Comox Valley.
The IMG Academy, which hopes to open within five years, is to be part of the $1.5-billion Sage Hills development planned about 10 minutes south of Courtenay. Besides the sports academy, the proposed development would include a new University Ca... More
November 26, 2007 - University Canada West Get a Job – With University Canada West’s Free Employment Workshops University Canada West is offering a series of workshops to teach employment skills such as teamwork, leadership, enterprise, creativity and communication.
The free workshops are designed to give University Canada West students a unique educational opportunity to develop and hone the skills most valued by employers in today's workplace.
Conducte... More
November 8, 2007 - The Architecture of Education: University Canada West Builds New Victoria Campus University Canada West's new Victoria campus is being built from the ground up with academic excellence in mind.
The campus is being designed so that all students get the help they need to succeed and by creating a learning environment where students engage in thought-provoking dialogue and debate with professors in uniquely small class size.
T... More
October 22, 2007 - University Canada West Appoints New Librarian University Canada West has announced the appointment of Sandra Lee Dunne to the position of Librarian.
Sandra is an experienced university and college teacher in Library Science, having taught from 2002-2005 at the University of Hong Kong and since then at UBC. She has also held positions as Head of Multimedia Learning Centre and Head of Stevesto... More
October 16, 2007 - University Canada West Welcomes New Board Members University Canada West has appointed Anthony Hull and John Schucht to the LearningWise Incorporated Board of Directors.
Anthony Hull brings to the Board an outstanding international background in finance and management. His professional career began in 1986, when he started as Assistant Manager, Country and Counterparty Risk control at the Royal ... More
September 17, 2007 - University Canada West Student Wins IDC Honorable Mention A University Canada West business student received an honorable mention and a $500.00 cash prize at this year's Innovation and Development Corporation Challenge for her business plan in the "New Venture" category.
Louise Taylor's entrepreneurial endeavor for the competition empowers the average web-surfer to visit third-party web sites and ""mark... More
August 16, 2007 - Radius Development to Revitalize Downtown Victoria Ground was broken yesterday on the $160-million Radius development project . Mixing residential, commercial, and educational space, the development will cover 350,000 square feet.
Waywell Development will immediately start work on blasting the site bordered by Douglas Street, Blanshard Street, Caledonia Avenue and Herald Street for underground pa... More
March 21, 2007 - First Principal of University Canada West Academies Appointed University Canada West has appointed Dr. Wesley J. Koczka as Principal of the University Canada West Academies. The Academies currently include Language, Fine Arts, Design, Business and Management, and Film and Animation, with others under consideration. Dr. Koczka received his BA, BEd, and MEd degrees from the University of Saskatchewan, and his... More
September 27, 2006 - New Internal Advisory Board Member University Canada West University Canada West has announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph D. Duffey to the International Advisory Board of University Canada West. Before joining Laureate, Dr. Duffey was director of the U.S. Information Agency, a position to which he was appointed by President Bill Clinton and confirmed by the U.S. Senate in 1993. He previously served ... More
September 27, 2006 - First Chancellor Appointed at University Canada West University Canada West has appointed Dr. Myer Horowitz as the University's first Chancellor. Dr. Horowitz is a graduate of McGill University, Sir George Williams College (now Concordia University), the University of Alberta, and Stanford University, where he received his doctorate in education. He was a classroom teacher in his native Montreal ... More
July 12, 2006 - University Canada West Announces New Hires University Canada West has announced the following appointments and changes in senior administration.
Gary Linford has been appointed as Associate Vice-President for Programs. Gary has been with University Canada West for the past year as Associate Dean and professor in the Faculty of Business and Management. Previous appointments include Vice-Pr... More
November 17, 2005 - Sage Hills and University Canada West Announce Partnership A proposed 2,040-acre project in the Comox Valley, being developed by IAC-Independent Academies Canada Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with LearningWise Inc, which outlines the details of a formal agreement, expected by January 2006.
That agreement will see LINC operate its University Canada West (University Canada West), as well as... More
October 4, 2005 - University Canada West Partners on Academy of Languages Canada's newest university and one of Victoria's oldest ESL schools, announced today the purchase of the Canadian College of Business & Language (CCBL), to mutually expand English and other language-related training to the international market through CCBL's network of agents and contacts worldwide.Under the Agreement, Canadian College will fo... More
October 3, 2005 - University Canada West Opens Doors, Makes History Class is now in session at the first private, self-supporting university approved under the BC Degree Authorization Act. University Canada West began its first classes on September 26, 2005 with a founding class of 19 students. The first degree offered is a Bachelor of Commerce in Management Technology. Students will also be able to study for Comm... More
June 10, 2005 - Degree Guarantee – University Canada West Backs its MBA Program University Canada West has launched a program that guarantees MBA graduation. The program assures graduation to students who meet the school's entrance requirements and follow the University Canada West Graduation Guarantee Contract. Simply put, if a qualified applicant agrees to and actively engages in the University Canada West learning model by... More
May 25, 2005 - University Canada West Establishes Awards Program University Canada West has announced a limited number of renewable Awards valued at $1000 each to recognize and encourage the development of well rounded students.Each of these Awards is available to University Canada West students who show evidence of particular achievement in their own areas of special interest and talent. For this year only, e... More
May 9, 2005 - University Canada West Appointments LearningWise CEO University Canada West has announced the appointment Roger Wheelock as President and CEO of LearningWise International Inc.
In his previous careers, Roger was President and CEO of Royal Botanical Gardens in Hamilton/Burlington, Ontario; Executive Vice-president and COO of the Canadian Tourism Commission, Ottawa; and CEO and General Manager of The... More
March 5, 2005 - University Canada West Announces One Year MBA University Canada West has announced its one year Master of Business Administration (MBA), which is targeted to working learners.The program combines two three-week residencies, with internet delivery to ensure an effective balance of onsite and distance education. This combination of short residencies with distance delivery provides the best of c... More
August 16, 2004 - BC Government Approves New University The BC government has approved the first private university under the British Columbia Degree Authorization Act. University Canada West will offer a range of degree programs in the Arts, Sciences, and Business with a practical orientation that builds on the strengths of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and Canada. Its Bachelor of Commerce MBA d... More