Student Support

The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL)

The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is part of Camosun’s Student Affairs unit. CAL coordinates academic accommodations and provides related programs and services to students with documented disabilities.

Students who are planning to register for CAL are requested to do so several weeks prior to the start of the Fall semester, in order to begin the intake and planning process.

Centre for Accessible Learning  website https://camosun.ca/services/academic-supports/accessible-learning

Support for Success

Camosun College has a comprehensive approach to supporting student success. On the Services for Students webpage, students can find the links for numerous academic supports and health and wellness. https://legacy.camosun.ca/services/index.html

You will also find useful study guides here https://camosun.libguides.com/Student_learning_success_guides

Financial Aid – Scholarships and Bursaries

Camosun College

Camosun has a number of scholarships and bursaries available. See the link below for more information. https://camosun.ca/registration-records/financial-aid-awards

The Canadian Nurses Foundation

The Canadian Nurses Foundation has many bursaries available. The application process opens in January. https://cnf-fiic.ca/scholarships/

BC Nurses’ Union

BCNU has a number of bursaries and funding available. This includes the LPN to RN Laddering Fund. Take a look to see what is available. https://www.bcnu.org/member-services/bursaries

Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary

Awards two bursaries of $2,500 each to qualifying students. You must submit a complete application package by September 15, 2025 to be considered.

All applications must be mailed to the address below:
Attn: Bursary Chairperson
Auxiliary to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital
2166 Mt Newton X Road
Saanichton, BC V8M 2B2

The decision as to who will be this year’s recipient(s) will be made by the end of November, and all applicants will be notified of the decision shortly thereafter. The award(s) will be presented to the recipient(s) in December, at the Auxiliary Luncheon, if possible.
For any further information, please contact: Joan Beggs at joantom@shaw.ca