We are a teaching-focused university offering a wide range of programs and services that enable students to succeed in their current studies, in their ongoing education, in their chosen careers, in their lifelong pursuit of knowledge, and in their contribution as responsible citizens in a rapidly changing and diverse global community. Capilano University has earned an international reputation for quality teaching, programs and services. We strive to instill the knowledge, skills, motivation and attitudes that will enable our students to become independent thinkers and learners, and to contribute effectively in a rapidly changing world.
Capital College, located in the beautiful Greater Vancouver area of British Columbia, offers vocational and career-focused courses that, upon completion, lead to exceptional job opportunities. All the courses we provide emphasize training for professional accomplishments. Students who graduate from Capital College obtain solid academic knowledge as well as marketable job skills that are essential for success in today's global marketplace.Capital College welcomes both local and international students. We contribute to each and every student's success by offering a full array of professional services to assist with visa processing, cultural adaptation, and educational counselling. We invite you to explore what Capital College has to offer you on your journey to academic success.
In 1972 Mabel Dunham of Burnaby received her Bachelor of Education and Adult Education diploma at UBC; she was over sixty years of age at the time. Convinced other people her age would also be interested in furthering their education it became Mabel's mission to structure a self-help college.