About
BCcampus is a publicly supported organization that advances collaboration, innovtion, And open education across British Columbia’s post-secondary education Sector.
Working in alignment with the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, we connect and support colleges, universities, and institutions to share knowledge, strengthen teaching and learning practices, and expand access across the province.
History
BCcampus was established in 2003 by the Ministry of Advanced Education to strengthen collaboration and innovation across British Columbia’s post-secondary sector. Our early work focused on expanding access to online learning, supporting shared services for institutions, and developing province-wide initiatives that helped educators adopt emerging technologies. Through these efforts, BCcampus became a central hub for connecting institutions, sharing expertise, and advancing digital learning in B.C.
Over time, BCcampus expanded its mandate to include open education, teaching and learning professional development, and sector-wide capacity building. It led some of Canada’s earliest and most influential open textbook and open educational practices initiatives, reducing costs for students while increasing access to high-quality learning materials. Today, we continue to collaborate with institutions, educators, funders, and partners across the province to support innovation, equity, and excellence in post-secondary education.
Vision
BCcampus envisions vibrant educational communities and systems, a culture of continuous improvement, and equitable access to education for all.
Mandate
BCcampus drives innovation in teaching, learning, and open education in alignment with B.C.’s post-secondary system priorities. To fulfil its mandate, BCcampus:
leads projects and facilitates collaboration in teaching, learning, and open education that support post-secondary educators.
develops and delivers professional development for educators.
curates, manages, and distributes collections of open educational resources.
collaborates with, and is responsible to, the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, post-secondary institutions, and other system partners.
Our Impact
At BCcampus, we believe our work really matters and makes a difference in post-secondary education across the province. Each year we publish an Impact Report sharing the vital collaborations both within our organization and across the post-secondary community. It also shares stories of the difference we make in fostering innovation, accessibility, and excellence in education across British Columbia.
Open Education
BCcampus facilitates, evaluates, and creates open educational resources. With over 400 open textbooks aligned with B.C.’s curriculum, BCcampus has saved students over $40 million in textbook costs.
Digital Learning
BCcampus empowers instructors by providing resources and professional development aligned with the B.C. Post-Secondary Digital Literacy Framework.
Accessibility and Inclusivity
BCcampus advances equity-focused projects, including removing barriers to professional development for educators.
Capacity Building
BCcampus strengthens the educational ecosystem through capacity-building initiatives, facilitating networks and communities of practice to ensure institutions grow and learn together.
