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Moving Forward Together
Strategic Plan
2023–2028
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
3 Messages:
Moving Forward Together
Board Chair
President & CEO
4 NLC Strategic
Framework The last few years have been challenging for us all, individually
6 Student Journey and collectively. Our world has evolved, and Northern Lights
College must evolve, as well. The strategic goals we set for
7 Responsive
Programming ourselves five years ago, while still relevant, are no longer
8 Truth and
sufficient on their own. As an organization, we have noted the
Reconciliation changing landscape and adjusted our path accordingly.
9 People and Culture
We have refreshed our strategic plans for the next five years,
not content to only keep pace but determined to grow and lead.
10 Community
Connections We recommit ourselves to service in our region and beyond.
11 Where Do We Go
From Here As an educational institution in British Columbia’s north, we
recognize that we have a role to play helping our communities
ready themselves for the future. Our programs must be
future ready—responsive to the needs of industry, Indigenous
communities, local business, and others in this region—while
Northern Lights College
equipping students for further study beyond our community.
serves the communities
Our classes need to train students for current industry
of Northern British
expectations in a way that is accessible to a new generation of
Columbia that are
learners. Our employees must be empowered to grow and urged
located on the
to thrive, not only for the good of the College but for their own
territories of the Cree,
sakes, as well, so they can bring the fullness of their self and
Dene, Dunne-Za, Kaska,
their experience to everything they do. And, never to be lost in
Saulteau, Tse’khene,
all of this work, is the knowledge that our very existence needs
Tahltan, and Tlingit.
to respect this land where we live, work, and play.
We also recognize Metis
Nation BC members
who live in this area of The strategic priorities detailed in the following pages will
our beautiful province. serve as a guiding light for Northern Lights College as we
We acknowledge our navigate our path to a brighter future. We are grateful to our
hosts and honour their communities and our colleagues for their contribution to the
gracious welcome development of this plan. We know that true progress is made
to those seeking by “Moving Forward Together.”
knowledge.
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER 2023-2028
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
Chair's Message President's Message
Welcome to our strategic plan. The history of Northern Lights College is as rich
as the resources of this region, and our values
The document you hold in your hands is and programming reflect this. As we reviewed
more than pretty pictures and self-important and renewed our strategic plan for the next
words. It is a statement and demonstration of five years, we wanted it to reflect the ongoing
care for our students, staff, and communities. needs and aspirations of the communities we
It is also a roadmap, giving direction to the serve. Our mission is still to enrich the lives,
organization. It is the result of extensive communities, and industry in northern British
consultation with our constituents and our Columbia through accessible, applied, and
own careful consideration. academic learning.
In the course of our strategic planning Our College is located throughout northern
process, we have considered the many recent British Columbia and is a place where our
studies and reports that examine our region students and learners can receive an amazing
from various perspectives, keen to glimpse education close to home or put them on
the future of northern British Columbia and a path to further opportunities in higher
ascertain our place in it. We have taken a education. Whichever path they decide to
can-do stance regarding the work to get take, our exceptional faculty and staff are there
future ready. And I am proud of this positive for each and every one of our students.
spirit that lives on our campuses. It makes us
unique, and it continually pushes us forward. Thank you for your ongoing support at
Northern Lights College as we move forward
As we face the future, we acknowledge the and continue to evolve. This is our college and
need to adapt and change but commit to I am excited about our bright future together.
never losing sight of our mission, vision, and
values. Learning from our past helps us create Todd Bondaroff
a better future. President & CEO
Thank you for being part of Northern Lights
College.
Tyler Holte
Chair, Board of Governors
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MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER NLC Strategic Framework The following is an overview of the pillars and objectives that will guide Northern Lights College over the next five years. Vision Mission Northern Lights College is Enriching lives, communities, the college for energy and and industry in northern technology training, and British Columbia and the world academic and lifelong learning— through accessible, applied and in or beyond the classroom. academic learning. MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER 2023-2028
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
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Employees
Employees will say, “We live our values.”
Employees will
Employees will say,
say, “We
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our values.”
values.”
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Communities
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say, “This
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our college.”
college.”
Communities
Communities will say, “This is our college.”
Communities will say, “This is our college.”
will say, “This is our college.”
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Students will say,
“We belong here.”
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Student Journey
#
1 Make students’ entry into NLC a smooth and
positive experience
(Outcome: Clean and supported pathways into NLC)
2 Enhance and coordinate an NLC-wide focus on
student success and wellbeing
(Outcome: Educational and personal success
opportunities for all students)
3 Work with students to develop a vibrant campus
experience
(Outcome: Positive and memorable student
experiences)
At NLC, we welcome
every student wherever
they are on t heir
learning journey and
set them on a path to
educational, personal
and career success.
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MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
Students will say,
“NLC meets our
needs.”
# 2 Responsive Programming
1 Leverage provincial and regional priorities
to inform NLC programming portfolio
decisions
(Outcome: NLC’s programs meet the needs
of the region)
2 Offer accessible and flexible programming
(Outcome: More students can access NLC’s
programs and courses)
3 Establish robust program and enrolment
planning
(Outcome: NLC can proactively plan with
confidence to sustain and increase enrolment
levels)
4
At NLC, we provide Enhance curriculum review, renewal, and
flexible educational development
opportunities that
meet the evolving (Outcome: NLC’s curriculum is high quality,
needs of the students, relevant, and current)
communities, and
industries w
e serve.
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MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
Indigenous
communities
will say, “NLC is
committed to
building relations
that are mutually
beneficial,
collaborative,
genuine, and
transformative.”
# 3 Truth and Reconciliation
1 Acknowledge truths and build lasting relationships
with Indigenous communities through consistent and
accountable actions
(Outcome: Good relationships between Indigenous
communities and NLC)
2 Increase access to learning and education
opportunities for Indigenous students
(Outcome: More Indigenous students taking
NLC programs and courses)
3 Co-create programming and training with Indigenous
communities that centers on Indigenous experiences,
At NLC, we work in worldviews, methodologies, and processes
partnership with (Outcome: Indigenous perspectives inform what NLC does
Indigenous peoples and how we do it)
and communities to
advance reconciliation
through true, lasting,
4 Strengthen Indigenous representation on campuses
(Outcome: Indigenous peoples see themselves at NLC)
and substantive
participation.
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER 2023-2028
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
Employees will
say, “We live our
values.”
# 4 People and Culture
1 Evolve NLC’s culture into one grounded in
accountability, continuous improvement, and
collaborative problem solving
(Outcome: Everyone at NLC understands how we do
things and works together to make things better)
2 Improve internal communications
(Outcome: Faculty, staff, and students at NLC know
what is going on)
3 Cultivate an organization where everyone feels
they belong
At NLC, each of us (Outcome: Healthy, safe, and respectful campuses
strives to build an and virtual environments)
inclusive, respectful,
safe, and welcoming
college community
where we trust each
other and work together
to continuously improve
the education and
services we provide.
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MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
Communities
will say, “This is
our college.”
# 5 Community Connections
1 Strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with
the communities NLC serves
(Outcome: NLC has strategic and positive
relationships with the communities it serves)
2 Revitalize smaller campuses
(Outcome: NLC is seen as a community hub and is
actively used by all the communities it serves)
3 Showcase NLC’s contribution to vibrant
communities in the region
(Outcome: Increased awareness and appreciation for
NLC’s role in the community)
At NLC, we enrich the
communities we serve
by listening, engaging,
and collaborating as a
good partner, an active
participant, and a vital
community hub.
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People bring
the plan to life
and make it
all happen
Where Do We Go From Here
The plan we’ve presented in this document is obviously incomplete. Why? Because it is intended
to be guidance, not a to do list. It provides a framework for decision-making, allocation of human
and financial resources, and measuring success. It is the light that guides us, not our destination.
Our next steps are critical; we must translate these strategic pillars and goals into action.
In the months ahead, we will operationalize our strategy by reviewing our existing plans
and processes to bring them into alignment with the priorities identified here. Knowing that
effectiveness increases with clear and steady focus, we will identify specific goals from among
the many presented here and lead organizational initiatives to move them forward. We will
incorporate milestones and measures to monitor our progress. And we will communicate clearly
and frequently, transparent in all our efforts.
We know that it is people who bring the plan to life, and we commit to continuing consultations
with our students, staff, and communities. We challenge you to hold us and each other
accountable to the goals we have laid out and welcome you to find new and exciting ways to
contribute. Northern Lights College has a bright future as we move forward together.
11About the Artists
Kristy Auger is a nêhiyaw (Cree) artist from Fort St. John, BC. She is a member of the Bigstone Cree Nation and
received her Bachelor’s Degree in Indigenous Art from First Nations University in Regina. Kristy’s art often revolves
around the themes of healing, transformation and connection to okâwîmâwaskiy (mother earth).
Sarah Dickie, a member of Fort Nelson First Nation, is a Dene and Sto:lo artist that works in traditional
and modern materials. Moving from valuing an item by utility to something enjoyed for beauty and craftsmanship
has been a slow change for her. However, utilizing traditional practices, materials and ideas in new forms
is her current obsession.
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