Columbia College Faces Layoffs Amid Declining Enrollment and Merger Plans
Columbia College in Vancouver is experiencing significant upheaval due to a dramatic decline in international student enrollment, leading to the layoff of at least a third of its workforce. The college, which heavily relies on tuition from international students, has been affected by federal policy changes that have reduced the number of international students allowed in Canada. In response, Columbia College announced a merger with Quest University, a move intended to stabilize its financial situation. However, the layoffs have raised concerns among staff about transparency and adherence to employment agreements, as well as the timing of the layoffs coinciding with a unionization effort. 
