Higher education in British Columbia
In the report, "Campus 2020: Thinking Ahead", the creation of a Higher Education Price Index is recommended to reflect education costs so that each institution can set its own tuition levels independently, but subject to the limits imposed by the provincial government. Regarding the issue of funding higher education in British Columbia, "research-based allocation" of resources will increase the efficiency of these funds. In relation to the system, more funding is necessary to focus on the specific targets of post-secondary achievement by progressively introducing outcome and performance measurements and accountability into the budgeting process.
Andrew Wilkinson
During his time as Advanced Education Minister, Wilkinson oversaw the creation of 19,000 full-time equivalent spaces for in-demand training and education in British Columbia. His ministry committed over a billion dollars for infrastructure upgrades to B.C. post-secondary schools. He also targeted government investments at increasing access to skilled trades programs, adding 3,730 new seats in schools throughout the province. Additionally, as a strong advocate for access to post-secondary education, he created the BC Completion Grant for Graduates and expanded the BC Loan Forgiveness Program to help students get out of debt faster.