Williams Lake Community Engagement
Shaping the future of learning in Williams Lake and surrounding region
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is inviting people across Williams Lake and surrounding communities to help shape the future of post-secondary education in the region. Building on TRU’s shared commitment with the City of Williams Lake to support access to education and training, this engagement will explore what makes learning accessible, meaningful and sustainable for people throughout the area.
TRU Williams Lake remains open, and no decisions have yet been made about future education delivery models for the region. Community input will play an important role in informing TRU's next steps.
In October 2026, TRU engaged Urban Matters, a community engagement consultancy, to design and lead an inclusive, respectful process grounded in local experiences and priorities. The engagement will help TRU better understand the barriers learners face, how and when people would like to learn, and where partnerships could strengthen learning opportunities.
Your experiences and ideas will help guide the work
Urban Matters will gather perspectives through a range of activities including opportunities for students, employers, community partners and residents to share their perspectives. Dedicated engagement with Indigenous Nations will respect their distinct roles as rights holders, governance structures and priorities. What we hear will help TRU explore and assess future approaches to delivering and supporting education in the region, with recommendations anticipated to be presented to TRU's Board of Governors in March 2027.
More information coming soon
Check back for engagement timelines, frequently asked questions and opportunities to share your experiences and ideas.
