Our Values

At NorQuest we value people, learning, our role in the learning system, and the quality of the processes we use in reaching our goals.

We value people

• Treat people with fairness and respect
• Encourage participation and involvement
• Recognize commitment and contribution
• Promote the health and wellness of the individual
• Celebrate the diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds of our students and staff
• Celebrate achievement and growth
• Empower individuals to fulfill their roles and responsibilities
• Provide a safe, supportive, and healthy environment

We value learning

• Encourage individual growth and development
• Foster creativity, innovation, and critical thought
• Encourage risk taking
• Promote lifelong learning
• Provide accessible and responsive programs and services
• Provide an enabling and inspiring learning environment

We value our role in the learning system

• Celebrate our accomplishments
• Tell our Special Story at every opportunity
• Share our expertise with others
• Participate in community activities
• Demonstrate accountability for our outcomes
• Believe our program areas and learner support provide a foundation for success

We value the quality of the processes we use in reaching our goals.

• Follow fair process in accomplishing our objectives
• Promote teamwork, co-operation, and sharing throughout the College
• Develop strong relationships with business, the community, and other educational partners
• Engage people in changes that affect them
• Employ team problem solving
• Provide consistent and clear performance expectations
• Measure results and demonstrate accountability for outcomes
• Ensure effective communication throughout the College