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Message from the Chair of the Board of Governors
Just over three years ago the Board of Governors of North Island College
approved the 2011-2015 Strategic Plan, setting a new direction for the institution.
The Plan was guided by our collective knowledge of the experience and history
of North Island College as well as by our understanding of the needs and the
opportunities ahead.
North Island College is well on its way towards achieving its vision for the future,
while remaining true to its mission of “meeting the education and training needs
of adults within its service region by providing high quality, affordable higher
education and skills training, collaborating with our partners to create pathways
to learning, and empowering individuals to achieve their full potential.”
As the public post-secondary institution serving northern Vancouver Island
and the northern mainland coast, we are entrusted to make the success and
well-being of our students and our communities our priority. The Board of Governors is confident in our ability to
deliver on this promise because our college community continues to demonstrate its commitment to relevant
and responsive programming, to serving the diverse needs of our student population, and to collaborating
with community, industry and educational partners in new and innovative ways, as exemplified by the many
achievements documented within these pages.
I am extremely pleased and honoured to lead the Board of Governors, and North Island College, at a time
when a shared sense of purpose so clearly permeates every aspect of our work. On behalf of the Board, I would
like to thank everyone for their continued efforts, support and contributions over the past year and offer my
congratulations for a job well done!
Bruce Calder
Chair, Board of Governors
North Island College
Message from the President
Three years ago, North Island College began its Strategic Planning process by
asking our communities one question:
How can we serve you better?
The college heard a need for better access to prepare students for degree pathways
and career opportunities in the real world.
As the new President of North Island College, I know that delivering this result has
required us to be more innovative and responsive. I am committed to continue
developing partnerships with universities, industry, First Nations communities,
volunteer groups, and health agencies to create the strongest possible solutions for
each of our communities.
North Island College has a reputation for being student focused, community
oriented, and progressive. It is recognized as a provincial and national leader for developing partnerships with other
organizations and for listening to our communities and responding to their needs.
This Year 3 report demonstrates NIC’s strategic directions and key values in action. We are leaders in the development
and delivery of in-community programming with community and First Nations partners. We offer seven online
or blended programs for our learners, and trades and access programs on a rotational basis between North Island
College campuses. We are bringing much needed skills to many of our remote communities.
As North Island College continues to grow and evolve to meet the needs of each of our communities, I look forward
to many new opportunities and achievements in the years to come.
John Bowman
President
North Island College
[email protected]
2012/13 Highlights
NIC in our communities: a model for serving our region: In response to need, NIC has
developed a model of education that promotes programming and instruction delivered incommunity in conjunction with community and First Nations partners. In-community programming
continues to grow through the delivery of trades access programs, upgrading, and core curriculum
delivery at community locations throughout region. Seven of NIC’s programs offer online or blended
learning delivery models. Programs offered on a rotating basis between NIC campuses have been
expanded to include the ECCE certificate program in Campbell River and Port Hardy.
CARTI connects communities through 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) has been created to facilitate solutions to challenges confronting these
organizations. Key values include fostering community resilience, supporting sustainable projects,
and preparing graduates for emerging demands.
Expanding opportunities through international partnerships: Increasing partnership
agreements with international universities and colleges to support student and employee
exchange and development of joint curriculum and research projects is an ongoing priority for
NIC with the signing of 11 international agreements over the past year.
“Small is big” in science – a dual admission pathway to UNBC: The NIC-UNBC Dual Admission
Agreement signed in May of 2013 simultaneously admits qualified students to both North Island
College and the University of Northern British Columbia in select science programs. Students can
choose from Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Math and Physics
programs, and are eligible to apply to the Northern Medical Program after year three of studies.
Highest standards for program quality in nursing: North Island College’s Bachelor of Science
in Nursing program received highest honours from the College of Registered Nurses of British
Columbia Program Review Committee. NIC’s program was granted approval for seven years
without terms and conditions, an exceptional achievement given that this is the longest possible
period of recognition offered.
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Seamless educational pathways for Canadian Forces: NIC hosted representatives from seven
Canadian post-secondary institutions and four Canadian Forces Bases at a Transfer Credit Summit
in the spring of 2013. The purpose of the Summit was to explore the possibility of developing
post-secondary education program pathways and transfer agreements that would assist military
personnel and/or their family members enrolled in college programs to transfer their educational
credits between Canadian colleges.
myNIC Portal launched for students and employees: The myNIC Portal was fully rolled out this
year to students and employees. myNIC allows broad membership in “Learning Communities”
for students and faculty, enhances focused learning and experiences within course curriculum,
and strengthens our community by providing online areas for communication and collaboration.
Access to these online communities and support services provided by myNIC enables the flexibility
required to deliver programs in remote areas on dynamic schedules.
Flavour: The North Island’s Gourmet Picnic: The North Island College Foundation’s marquee
fundraising event, Flavour: The North Island’s Gourmet Picnic, was held for the first time in
September 2012. Working in partnership with the North Vancouver Island Chefs’ Association and
Coastal Black Estate Winery, the event attracted over 800 guests and exhibitors.
Investing in the future of our communities with the North Island Hospitals Project: NIC received
approval for the sale of 11.2 acres of land to the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) for the new
Comox Valley Hospital site in February of 2013. The College received $4 million for the sale; these
funds, along with a $2.75 million programming development agreement negotiated in 2012, will
provide NIC with funds for capital projects and the development of health technology programs.
New equipment, technology and facilities: A highlight in 2012/13 was the opening of NIC’s
new $1.35 million, state-of-the-art teaching kitchen in Port Alberni in September 2012. Designed
with students in mind, the kitchen enables NIC to build on its existing Professional Cook programs
and explore opportunities focused on Aboriginal and West Coast cooking. NIC was also the
recipient of a Ministry of Advanced Education contribution of $662,500 for the renewal of major
capital equipment in select program areas, allowing NIC to update equipment in the Heavy Duty/
Commercial Transport, Metal Fabrication, and Automotive programs.
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Strategic Direction #1: Responsive Curriculum
North Island College will develop dynamic and responsive curriculum and educational
services to attract, engage and retain a diverse range of students to be successful in a
rapidly changing world.
In support of Strategic Direction #1, faculty, staff and administration throughout the college developed a
total of 279 strategies to achieve specific departmental- or division-based Tactical Objectives. Progress to
date, relative to these strategies, is as follows:
Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Programming
New and responsive programs delivered
• Metal Jewellery Design Certificate
• Landscape Horticulture Fundamentals Certificate
• Landscape Horticulture Apprenticeship Level 1
• Post Degree Diploma Global Business Management
• Exercise and Wellness Certificate
• Activity Assistant Certificate
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• Access Construction Labourer Certificate
• Completion of first cohort of new Practical Nurse Diploma in Port Alberni
• The English Language Program at the Comox Valley Campus was offered year-round for
the first time to meet domestic and international demand.
New and Revised Program and Curriculum Development
• Two new Academic credentialed programs were developed for implementation in 2013-2014.
- Advanced Certificate and Advanced Diploma in Global Tourism and Hospitality
Management; and,
- Mobile Application Development Certificate.
• Funds were distributed for the development of two new and revised programs in the
2013 -2014 academic year.
• Review of Tourism and Hospitality Management Diploma resulted in major program revisions.
• Design of the Global Learning Certificate was finalized and is scheduled for implementation
in 2014.
Program Rotation
• The Health Care Assistant program was successfully rotated to the Mt Waddington region;
nine students completed the program in October 2013.
• The ECCE certificate was delivered in a part-time, evening format in Port Hardy and Campbell
River to meet the needs of non-credentialed employed workers.
Program Review and Revitaliztion
• The Fine Arts Diploma underwent a full program review.
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Professional and Industry Participation in Program Development
Nine program advisory committees are currently active in the following areas: health, human
services, early childhood education, interactive media and design, business administration,
aircraft structures and professional cook training.
Advisory Committees were established for short term redevelopment of forestry and
mining programs.
NIC’s new program development process now includes employer consultation.
Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation (CARTI )
The Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation (CARTI) was officially launched
to support knowledge creation and synthesis in collaboration with community and industry.
NIC received Social Science and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) eligibility.
NIC was awarded a multi-year Innovation Enhancement grant by the Natural Sciences and
Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) focusing on benthic monitoring ($100,000
awarded for each year, for a total of $200,000).
A NSERC Industrial Research Chair for Colleges Grant was awarded in partnership with four
private sector partners in the area of sustainable Aquaculture (5 year grant, $200,000 per
year, for a total of $1,000,000).
The Industrial Automation shop was set up to develop applied research capacity.
NIC formed the BC Applied Research and Innovation Network (BCARIN) with twelve
other colleges.
NIC continued its participation in the Vancouver Island Community Research Alliance
(VICRA).
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Strategic Direction #2: Student Success
North Island College will improve our ability to support the diverse needs of our students
and their engagement in learning.
In support of Strategic Direction #2, faculty, staff and administration throughout the college developed a
total of 192 strategies to achieve specific departmental or division based Tactical Objectives. Progress to
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Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Regional Service Delivery Model
NIC adopted a new service model for delivery of direct instruction to remote communities.
Through this model, the College is providing effective, demand driven service in partnership
with local groups and organizations involved with community education.
NIC partnered with local First Nations and community in 2012/13 to deliver programs that
support livelihood and way of life in remote communities across the College region,
including:
- Employment Readiness and Essential Skills Training;
- First Nations Leadership and Capacity Building;
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Retail and Customer Service Training;
Early Childhood Education;
Introduction to Trades Training;
Underground Mining;
Woodland Harvesting;
Campground Operator Training;
Marine Training (15 cohorts);
Customized Contract First Aid, Traffic Control and Safety Training;
Intro to Trades; and
Building Service Worker.
myNIC
myNIC, NIC’s gateway to its electronic services, was fully implemented. myNIC facilitates
“Learning Communities” for students and faculty and strengthens sense of community by
providing online areas for communication and collaboration. Access to these online
communities and support services provided by myNIC creates the flexibility required to
deliver programs in remote areas on dynamic schedules.
Blended and Online Program Development and Delivery
Funds were distributed for the development of numerous online and blended projects in the
2012-2013 academic year:
• Two Sustainable Construction courses online;.
• Electrical Apprenticeship course online;
• Biology 201 in online format;
• Online Business Certificate, developed for Fall 2013 implementation across the region;
• Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science Nurse pathway online and offered in partnership
with VIU; and
• Online development of Education Pathway.
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Student evaluations were completed in selected courses to determine the success of
Blackboard enhanced courses.
A major upgrade to NIC’s ITV system provided high-definition (HD) broadcasting; increased
campus-level functionality; introduced dual screens for students and dual monitors for
instructors; and provided ITV staff with the ability to facilitate the delivery of instruction,
instructional support and student services to desktops, laptops and tablets.
NIC’s Remote Web-Based Science Lab, physically located at the Comox Valley Campus,
was used by Kwantlen Polytechnic University students and for NIC’s Space, Science
and Astronomy online courses (SSA-100 and SSA-101).
Student Access and Flexible Program Delivery
A Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR) process was created to support Bachelor of Science
Nursing students with previous learning.
Blackboard Learn courses were enhanced with additional learning resources.
Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) courses were offered to Zeballos and Kyuquot
through Interactive TV. ECCE Assistant courses were delivered in 7 communities through ESA
and School District funding. The ECCE Diploma graduated 16 students in 2013 and produced
14% of the province's Infant Toddler licensed practitioners.
Librarians provided embedded support in two LEARN courses to enhance information
literacy competencies. The NIC Library enhanced its streaming video collection.
Aboriginal Student Support and Indigenization
The Elder in Residence program was expanded by 1.5 positions. Elders are currently working
with 10 programs.
• Permission was granted by the BC Human Rights Tribunal to establish 11 designated priority
seats for Aboriginal students in Health and Human Services.
• Through NIC’s Elder in Residence, values of cultural safety were embedded in all Health and
Human Service programs.
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• NIC hosted in partnership with VIU “Rights and Wrongs: The Resilience of the World's
Indigenous People”, an exhibit of Photographic Works by Carlos Reyes-Manzo in four
locations in the college region. The exhibit supported the links between the processes of
internationalization and indigenization.
• NIC partnered with VIU on a joint Indigenous Research and Scholarship series.
Campus Life
Facilities upgrades at NIC’s Comox Valley Campus have been focused toward improving the
on-campus experience of students, including the following:
• Landscaping enhancements to outdoor relaxation and recreation spaces, such as new picnic
tables and bench seating, a concrete patio outside of the Student Lounge and a new grassy
playing field;
• Re-forestation projects to enhance and maintain the site’s beautiful, “campus in the woods”
character and atmosphere;
• New study and meeting rooms for students;
• A new coffee hutch conveniently located near the bus stop;
• A new public address system to improve communication with students; and,
• Improved signage to provide directions to major destinations.
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Strategic Direction #3: Active Community Partner
North Island College will work with our communities as an active partner to increase
opportunities for involvement and participation, and for proactively sharing resources for
mutual benefit.
In support of Strategic Direction #3, faculty, staff and administration throughout the college developed a
total of 102 strategies to achieve specific departmental or division based Tactical Objectives. Progress to
date, relative to these strategies, is as follows:
Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Community Employment Connections
NIC partnered with Crown Isle Golf and Resort Community for the 2nd annual
Career Fair. Participation by employers, students and community members increased
over last year.
NIC piloted an internship coordinator position for the Global Business Management
Post Degree Diploma to connect potential interns with regional businesses.
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Community involvement in College Activities
Community events were hosted by a number of departments and included Story SLAMS,
a creative writing contest, math and science contests, student fine arts and professional
photography exhibits, and presentations in literature, fine arts and social sciences.
NIC hosted events in partnership with the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Comox
Valley and Campbell River Immigrant Services Societies, the Campbell River & District
Chamber of Commerce, the Comox Valley Community Justice Centre, the Comox Valley
Global Awareness Network, Coastal Black Estate Winery, the North Vancouver Island Chefs’
Association, and Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community.
NIC partnered with local professional arts venues in 2012/13, including Courtenay’s Muir
Gallery, the Potters Place Gallery, the Comox Valley Art Gallery, and the Courtenay and
District Museum, to showcase and promote student work.
A Global Learning Innovation Fund was established to encourage NIC faculty, staff and
students to partner with community organizations in projects with an international focus.
NIC co-sponsored the “Excellence in Work Force Development” award with Campbell River
Chamber of Commerce Business Awards of Distinction.
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Fundraising
Scholarships, bursaries and equipment awards available to North Island College students in
2013 increased to $237,000 from the $225,710 awarded to over 300 students in 2012.
The North Island College Foundation’s marquee fundraising event, Flavour: The North Island’s
Gourmet Picnic, was held for the first time in September 2012. Proceeds from the event are
directed towards NIC’s Professional Cook and Tourism and Hospitality programs.
North Island College Foundation's investment portfolio grew from $2.5 million in 2008 to
$3.7 million at March 31, 2013.
Environmental Sustainability
The NIC Environmental Sustainability Team established a list of priorities to help guide its
activities in the near term, developed a draft Environmental Sustainability Policy and
supported on-campus sustainability initiatives such as Bike to Work Week.
As part of NIC’s commitment to sustainability, the College participated in a recycling
program called ReEntry during a major facilities renovation. NIC installed new carpet tiles
with a 50% recycled content, and the supplier will accept the old carpet back, grind it up,
and use it in new carpet. Based on initial estimates, over 4,500 kg of carpet (approximately
2,300 m2) will be diverted from the local landfill.
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Strategic Direction #4: Strategic Partnerships
North Island College will strengthen and expand partnership opportunities with
Aboriginal, business communities and educational organizations regionally and
internationally to deliver outstanding results.
In support of Strategic Direction #4, faculty, staff and administration throughout the college developed a
total of 107 strategies to achieve specific departmental or division based Tactical Objectives. Progress to
date, relative to these strategies, is as follows:
Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Aborginal Education Partnerships
With the support of regional First Nations, NIC was awarded Aboriginal Service Plan
Phase II Year 2 funding.
NIC partnered with the ‘Namgis First Nation to offer Applied Business Technology, Adult Basic
Education (ABE), and Marine Training and Small Vessel Operation; the Nuxalk Nation to offer
ABE and Early Childhood Education in and around Bella Coola; and with the Mowachaht/
Muchalaht Nation to provide the Cultural Heritage Resource Management program in
Gold River.
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Early Childhood Education Assistant level courses were also delivered in Tofino, Zeballos,
Kyuquot, Bella Coola and Campbell River.
Students are completing the first year of the Education Assistant/Community Support
program (Indigenous focus) offered by NIC in partnership with the Ahousaht First Nation to
employed, non-credentialed Education Assistants.
The Fort Rupert Language Revitalization Program is being offered through 2015 in
conjunction with the Quatsino First Nation, the Kwakiutl First Nation, the Gwa'sala'Nakwaxda'xw Nations, and the University of Victoria. This program provides students with
the opportunity to continue with the UVic Bachelor of Education Degree. North Island
College has also entered into partnership with the Huu-ay-aht First Nations to revitalize the
Nuu-chah-nulth language.
Aboriginal Advisors expanded regular outreach visits to Bamfield which included Ditidaht
and Huu-ay-aht, and established regular monthly visits to the Tseshaht Seeds program and to
Hupacasath and Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal offices to meet with educational officers. Regular
monthly meetings were initiated with the Nuu-chah-nulth Employment and Training Program
to meet with potential students interested in Trades. Advisors hosted a Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal
Council Post-Secondary Funding event for First Nation Grade 11 and 12 that NIC and
VIU attended.
NIC partnered with First Nations (in Alert Bay, Ahousaht, Bella Coola, Port Hardy, Campbell
River, Port Alberni, Zebellos, Kyoquot, Bella Bella and Kingcome Inlet) to support
in-community delivery of Marine Operator Training.
Degree and Diploma Opportunities
New NIC-University of Northern British Columbia Dual Admission Agreement allows qualified
students to be admitted at both North Island College and the University of Northern British
Columbia in select science programs.
The Justice Institute of British Columbia and NIC signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) to create Educational Partnership programs.
NIC hosted a Summit for Transfer to support student mobility for members of the military
members and their families. A MOU was signed between eight colleges.
NIC successfully hosted an Advisors conference for all Island public institutions in order to
enhance professional development and provide networking and information sharing
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International Partnerships
NIC signed 11 international agreements over the past year. North Island College International
(NICI) continued to build long-term exchange agreements with former Developing
Environmentally Sensitive Hospitality Managers (DESHM) partners, including Universidad
Autonoma de Yucatan, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua, Utah Valley University,
Kapi’olani Community College, and Mount Saint Vincent University. New long-term
agreements were also established with several universities and colleges in China, including
Sichuan University, Yantai University, and Guangdong College of Foreign Languages; DUOC
UC in Chile; and, with high school programs in Japan, Korea and China.
The National Oil Company of Libya contracted with NIC to provide English Language
programming and the Post Degree Diploma in Accounting program to its employees.
Activities with Community and Business Partners
Four access pathways tailored to meet local needs were developed.
NIC obtained $1,752,000 in funding through the Ministry of Jobs Tourism and Innovation to
provide industry related programs across the region. Seven programs were developed and
offered in 17 communities in the College’s region.
Over 90 training contracts were delivered to aboriginal communities, service organizations
and industry in response to regional training needs.
NIC strengthened its partnership with 19 Wing Comox by dedicating student advising
support and presenting two Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) workshops to
members leaving the Canadian Forces.
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Strategic Direction #5: Raising Awareness
Working with our communities, North Island College will explore new and innovative
ways to effectively promote post-secondary education throughout our region.
In support of Strategic Direction #5, college faculty, staff and administration throughout the college
developed a total of 59 strategies to achieve specific departmental or division based Tactical Objectives.
Progress to date, relative to these strategies, is as follows:
Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Promotional Partnerships with Community
NIC partnered with local businesses in 2012/13 for donations to support student events in
exchange for promotional presence. Partners included Shaw Cable, Mount Washington
Alpine Resort, AIDS Vancouver Island, Home Depot, Staples, Rogers Wireless, and local
recreation centres.
NIC and UVic jointly hosted a student celebration and press event to raise awareness for our
UVic Guaranteed Admission partnership, resulting in island-wide media coverage.
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Student and Alumni Ambassadors in NIC’s communities
The Bachelor of Business Administration program hosted its first alumni reunion on May 16th
with more than 20 graduates attending the networking event.
NIC students and alumni actively promote the College during its annual High School
Open House events.
Secondary School Transition
NIC has partnered with six school districts to deliver dual credit courses to high school
students in programs including: ACE-IT Trades Training, Applied Business Technology, Early
Childhood Education, Tourism, and University Studies.
Dual credit course registrations grew by 26% in 2012/13 to 275: 170 of these in Trades
Training programs and 105 in other disciplines.
NIC hosted a Try a Trade event in conjunction with a regional Skills Canada competition at
the Campbell River Campus. The competition, co-hosted with Timberline Secondary school,
included over 100 participants. Support for the event involved collaboration among school
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Over 1100 students participated in NIC’s 3rd annual Comox Valley Campus and Port Alberni
Campus High School Open Houses. The event was expanded to include Grade 11 high school
students from Campbell River, Gold River, Tahsis and Qualicum/Parksville.
NIC’s Comox Valley campus hosted the BC Secondary School Math Contest (BCSSMC).
More than 40 students from participating regional high schools competed in two categories:
Junior (grades 8-10) and Senior (grades 11 and 12).
Three high school transition forums were hosted in First Nations communities.
Four scholarships were provided to international students at local high schools to support
the NIC/UVic Guaranteed Admission Agreement
Social and Electronic Media
NIC’s presence in electronic advertising vehicles was increased via online advertising,
program videos, and social media (Twitter, Facebook and YouTube).
NIC’s Twitter followers grew by 39% from May 2012 to May 2013, and Facebook “Likes” grew
by 31% in the same period.
NIC’s YouTube channel drew over 25,000 views in the past year. Twelve (12) program videos
and 9 promotional videos for this channel were produced during the year.
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Strategic Direction #6: Employee Engagement
North Island College will strengthen and develop employee skills and enhance
employee engagement.
In support of Strategic Direction #6, faculty, staff and administration throughout the college developed a
total of 106 strategies to achieve specific departmental or division based Tactical Objectives. Progress to
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Outcome of Year 3 Objectives
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Key Accomplishments in Year 3
Employee Care, Engagement and Consultation
myNIC Portal supports the College’s Intranet services while providing employees with
personalized and fully online access to information and services specific to their role. Internal
communication is enhanced by providing targeted audiences so employees
are broadcast information specific to them. Sharing and maintenance of information
for employees is enabled both through informational sites maintained by the individual
departments as well as collaboration team sites for both structured and ad hoc
team memberships.
Human Resources re-introduced an Employee Orientation Day in fall of 2012 to provide an
interactive presentation and brief campus tour that familiarized new employees with the
organization, its goals, directions and the people who work here.
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Human Resources continued a Health and Wellness program offering that included flu shot
clinics and a workshop on mental health to support employees in remaining healthy and
engaged in the workplace.
The 3rd annual Cross Divisional Planning day brought together NIC employees from across
the College region. This year’s theme was further development of the College’s regional
service delivery model with a focus on improving processes required to deliver education
in-community in conjunction with community and First Nations partners.
Cross-College, inter-divisional committees on space planning, environmental sustainability,
educational technologies, and strategic fund allocation have been struck to guide the
implementation of the Strategic Plan 2011-2015.
A college-wide consultation process on student retention will inform college strategy
development in this area.
Mounted the first Faculty Initiated Technological Change Initiative resulting in two projects
(TurnItIn and BVirtual) currently being piloted.
Professional Development and Workplace Training
Training courses to support online and blended courses were offered three times:
Blended Learing Course Design and Blackboard Tools.
An Instructional Skills Workshop Online (ISWO) was offered in the intersession.
Professional development sessions were delivered related to Indigenous Knowledge.
Business faculty inititiated workshops to support working effectively in an
intercultural classroom.
The Teaching & Learning and Research Steering Committees organized several professional
development activities and hosted Collaborate and Education Summer Symposium.
Provided online instructor training and professional development opportunities.
A professional development workshop was organized for Department Chairs, supported by
the Common PD fund.
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English, West Coast style:
In 2013, NIC brought together NIC students,
dual credit high school students, and community
members from Tofino and Ucluelet to take courses
in English literature and writing, culminating in
a public lecture on Shakespeare's Midsummer
Nights Dream at Darwin's Café in Tofino.
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For more information please contact:
Susan Auchterlonie
250-334-5271 | 1-800-715-0914
[email protected]
www.nic.bc.ca