kálax-ay | the Sunshine Coast Campus of Capilano University
At Capilano University's Sunshine Coast campus, our focus is on your success. Classes are small with a high level of interaction with your instructors.
Our applied, career-focused programs prepare you for jobs that are in demand on the Sunshine Coast, while our preparatory and academic courses help you build a solid foundation for a university degree and other credentials.
As a student, you'll have the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you're learning through hands-on projects and work practicums in the community.
Explore our campus
Learn more about the Sunshine Coast campus, including where we're located and how to get here as well as answers to frequently asked questions about our programming.
Sunshine Coast Programs & Courses
- Adult Basic Education courses (English, math, sciences, computers)
Community Access to Literacy & Learning (CALL) is a program that is funded through the Community Adult Literacy Programs (MAVED) and housed in the CDO (Community Development and Outreach) Department.
The program is free for learners and has been offered at the kálax-ay Sunshine Coast Campus for more than 20 years. Volunteer community tutors are matched with learners in need of some tutoring in English (conversational, reading, writing) primarily.
Learners meet weekly with their tutors for a minimum of 1.5 hours. The tutors are trained and supported by the program manager and a lending library is housed at the campus.
- Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma - online and in-person, part-time and full-time options available.
- Health Care Assistant Certificate
Start working toward a university certificate, diploma or degree from the comfort of your home!
Pathways to Higher Learning (P2HL) is a full-time upgrading program for Indigenous students on the Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast Awards, Scholarships and Bursaries
We offer several awards, scholarships and bursaries for students studying at our kálax-ay | Sunshine Coast Campus.
More awards, bursaries and scholarships for Sunshine Coast residents are available through Financial Aid & Awards at the main North Vancouver campus. Contact finaid@capilanou.ca to learn more.
The Becky Wayte Sunshine Coast Award was established by Mary Lou Owen in 2022.
Becky Wayte worked in many roles at the kálax-ay | Sunshine Coast campus during her 33-year career, including teaching computer and math literacy to Adult Basic Education and Pathways to Higher Learning students.
The purpose of the award is to support full-time and part-time students enrolled at Capilano University's kálax-ay campus. Preference will be given to:
- Students who are in their 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year of study; and
- Students who have been, or are currently, in foster care.
However, all students in need of support to complete their studies are encouraged to apply for this $500 award.
Apply by November 17, 2023 to be considered for the award.
Mary Lou Owen was a retired teacher and Capilano University alumna who believed strongly in education and the access to higher education.
Owen established this award to support full-time and part-time students enrolled at Capilano University's kálax-ay campus.
Preference will be given to:
- Students who are in their 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year of study; and
- Students who have been, or are currently, in foster care.
However, all students in need of support to complete their studies are encouraged to apply for this $500 award.
Apply by November 17, 2023 to be considered for the award.
The purpose of the fund is to support full-time and part-time students enrolled at Capilano University's kálax-ay campus who express need for assistance with educational costs/supplies.
This fund will be distributed to multiple students over the year; amounts granted will vary depending upon need. Students can complete an application form or contact their instructor(s) to discuss eligibility.
The purpose of this award is to recognize excellent academic performance by students in any credit program at the kálax-ay campus.
Students are nominated for this award in late spring term by their instructors. You may also contact your instructor if you wish to be considered.
Previously known as the John Pass Coast Campus Award, the purpose of this award is to recognize students at Capilano University's kálax-ay campus for their excellence in written coursework.
Students are nominated for this award in late spring term by their instructors. You may also contact your instructor if you wish to be considered.
How to apply
Visit How to Apply and follow the steps to start your application. When you click the Apply Now button, you will be redirected to EducationPlannerBC where you will create an account and apply to the program of your choice at CapU.
Be sure to select Sunshine Coast as your campus. The non-refundable application fee is $50.
Free tutoring support through Nimbus Learning
The Sunshine Coast campus of Capilano University has partnered with the shíshálh Nation to help students access free tutoring support through Nimbus Learning in math, sciences, English, writing and computers. Students will have access to both one-on-one appointment-based tutoring and group drop-in tutoring sessions.
Visit the shíshálh Nation website for information on downloading the Nimbus Learning app, creating an account and accessing free tutoring sessions.