University plans
Strategic Plan
DISTINCTLY UVIC | A Strategy for the University of Victoria
Effective September 2023, UVic's Strategic Plan urges us to be creative, innovative, collaborative and compassionate and brilliant—not on our own, but together. The plan articulates the strengths and priorities that make UVic distinct and guides us towards building a better tomorrow.
Indigenous Plan
Xʷkʷənəŋ istəl | W̱ȻENEṈISTEL | Helping to Move Each Other Forward
UVic's Indigenous Plan 2023 represents an essential foundation for UVic’s future, alongside UVic’s new Strategic Plan and other institutional plans. This plan weaves together our shared responsibilities to the local Nations, Indigenous students, staff and faculty through local laws and philosophies.
ASPIRATION 2030: A Research & Creative Works Strategy
At UVic, we’re driven by our curiosity, engagement and innovative spirit to help solve the world’s biggest problems. As we list what we aspire to be and to do by 2030, we know that we are already well on our way. We’re guided by our principles, our extraordinary natural and cultural environment and our deep respect for the learning that has come before.
The UVic Research and Creative Works Strategy identifies UVic’s research aspirations, actions, outcomes and impact areas.
Equity Action Plan
The Equity Action Plan’s goals provide UVic with strategic direction to advance equity, diversity and inclusion, and to create the conditions in which everyone feels a sense of belonging: as connected and respected parts of the university community.
Accessibility Plan
UVic's Accessibility Plan includes guiding principles and existing resources. It summarizes consultations, barriers and priorities for the next three years to address those barriers.
Academic Action Plan
UVic's Academic Action Plan is a roadmap and framework to support successful implementation of the university’s Strategic Plan, other institutional plans and key external commitments through actions, goals and initiatives across the academic portfolio.
Climate & Sustainability Action Plan
The Climate and Sustainability Action Plan 2030 (CSAP) is a new and unique approach to sustainability and climate action at UVic. This Strategy brings all campus portfolios, academics and curriculum, research and innovation, external, Indigenous, international relations, community and government relations, communications, finance and operations together, to guide UVic as we address and adapt to global challenges faced by all universities.
Strategic Enrolment Plan
UVic’s Strategic Enrolment Management (SEM) Plan (2019-2029) aligns student enrolment goals with our Strategic Framework and key initiatives. It helps guide recruitment and retention efforts for the next five to 10 years.
Global Engagement Strategy 2023-2028
The Global Engagement Strategy highlights the key priorities for the next 5 years (2023-2028) to help transform the University of Victoria into a truly global institution.
Campus Plan
The Campus Plan is designed to help the university achieve its vision in making a vital impact on people, places and the planet. The Campus Plan guides our decisions in campus land use, building qualities and location, open spaces and natural areas, and transportation and parking. It is deeply informed by extensive campus and community engagement.