$13.5-million boost for Indigenous students at VIU – Times Colonist

Vancouver Island University is increasing learning opportunities for Indigenous students by providing $13.5 million in new funding.

Initiatives include extra supports such as “education navigators,” who work on campuses and communities to help youth access post-secondary education.

Funding will also go toward doubling the number of students who are supported through partnerships with First Nation communities.

“For me as an elder, this is an exciting partnership,” said Xulsimalt-Gary Manson, an elder-in-residence at VIU and member of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.