Our Values

Capilano University is a post-secondary education community where we value innovation fueled by curiosity and imagination. We are committed to Truth and Reconciliation through the principles of Indigenization and decolonization.

We value collaboration, authenticity and belonging to ensure students and employees feel connected and empowered to achieve their potential.

At CapU, we are building a culture of health and wellness by providing support at every turn, from accessibility services to personal and academic counselling.

We aspire to infuse transparency and honesty in all we do, fostering trust and supporting a healthier and happier community. And we are incorporating sustainable actions to enable a better world for future generations.

“By adopting these values, we can be bold in our ideas, creative in our approaches and lead with wellness in mind. There is strength in our diversity and our connections with each other. Together, we can co-create life-enhancing university experiences for everyone at CapU.”

– Paul Dangerfield, President and Vice-Chancellor

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Our DEI Commitment

Find out about CapU's to support Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) for everyone, our students, employees and community partners.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Elissa Burns, a CapU student who received assistance from Accessibility Services to help her take exams without distractions.

Accessibility at CapU

CapU is developing an Accessibility Plan detailing its strategies to identify, remove and prevent barriers faced by students, employees and visitors.

Accessibility at CapU

Students sitting outside the Birch Building

Community Development and Outreach at CapU

Learn more about how our Community Development and Outreach (CDO) department connects with learners who are often left out of post-secondary.

Community Development and Outreach (CDO)

With Knowledge Keeper, Ses Siyam—Ray Natraoro as our guide, the Indigenous Student Services (ISS) team invited all CapU students and employees to the Canoe Awakening of Skw’cháys—CapU’s Legacy Canoe

Chén̓chenstway

Chén̓chenstway is a living document that outlines Capilano University's journey of reconciliACTION and learning.

Chén̓chenstway

Envisioning 2030

Our goals for the next decade at CapU are centred on three essential yet equal components: imagination, community and distinct university experience.

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Illuminating 2030

CapU's 10-year academic plan, focuses on our commitments to learners, communities, education development and knowledge sharing.

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Our Brand

The CapU Brand

CapU's award-winning brand was developed in 2016 in collaboration with students, faculty, employees and Indigenous partners. A 2025 refresh added revised colours, patterns and visual elements.

Our Brand