NEWS
Capilano University appoints Debra Doucette, OBC, as fifth chancellor
2026-05-13
Capilano University (CapU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Debra Doucette, OBC, as its fifth chancellor, effective June 1.
2026 AAE Expressive Award: Gordon Inglis
2026-03-02
From co-founding Around the Bend Productions to building Metro Vancouver’s in-house multimedia division, Gordon has transformed how community media communicates and connects communities.
2026 AAE Dedicated Award: Himikalas Pam Baker
2026-03-02
From founding Touch of Culture Legends House of Design to creating spaces for Indigenous storytelling through fashion, she has made a remarkable impact on the arts and her community.
2026 AAE Relevant Award: Tom McPherson
2026-03-02
Founder of Seaforth Expeditions, Tom is a leader in wildlife storytelling and coastal conservation.
2026 AAE Open Award: Dr. Farah Rattansi
2026-03-02
From founding My Empower Therapy to transforming pediatric care for children with neurodivergences, Farah has made a lasting impact on families and communities. A proud CapU graduate, she combines leadership, clinical expertise and a commitment to in
2026 AAE Enterprising Award: Alison Taylor
2026-03-02
From founding Jane App to transforming the way healthcare practitioners manage their practices, Alison has made a remarkable impact on the healthcare industry.
CapU grad Morgan Abele wins CBC short film faceoff
2026-02-27
CapU graduate Morgan Abele won season 18 of CBC's Short Film Face Off with her debut film Sounds of Glass, earning the Telefilm Canada award and a $30,000 grant toward her next project.
Vancouver couple's D&D stamp idea becomes a $370,000 Kickstarter hit
2026-02-27
CapU grads Jacob Harris and Karoline Moore have gone viral on Kickstarter for their Tabletop Stamps Dungeons and Dragons set.
Top 50 Women Leaders in Human Resources for 2025
2026-02-27
CapU alum Wanja Mwariga has been named by Women We Admire as one of their Top 50 Women Leaders in Human Resources for 2025.
A Canadian expat’s destiny of linguistic namesakes in China
2025-09-25
Alumnus David Nagy, born in Montreal’s Lachine (“China” in French), has spent nearly 30 years in China and is now managing partner at DHR Global in Shanghai. His birthplace’s name proved a fitting prelude to a lifelong passion for China’s culture and
In Maker + Mother, artists explore the tension between creative identity and motherhood
2025-09-25
Parker Street Gallery exhibition features works by 10 artists, including CapU alumni Felicia Fraser and Emiko Mizukami, and CapU instructor Dominque Walker.
Capilano University faculty and alumni win big at 2025 Leo Awards
2025-09-25
Congratulations to CapU alumni Jon Anctil, Michael Bourquin, Christian Zakharchuk and Joel Bradley for their wins at the 2025 Leo Awards! Their work in editing, cinematography, animation and student production highlights the creative excellence CapU
Truth and Reconciliation Learning Circle Returns to CapU
2025-09-25
CapU alumni and staff are invited to read, reflect and reconnect through dialogue as the Truth and Reconciliation (T+R) Learning Circle returns this October.
Your CapU legacy: helping students cross the finish line
2026-05-19
Your gift to the CUAA Excellence Award can support a student in their final year of studies.