Quest University Canada was established as Canada’s first independent, non-profit, secular liberal arts and sciences University. The foundation of Quest was spearheaded by David Strangway, a renowned physicist and academic leader, who, after concluding his presidency at the University of British Columbia in 1997, sought to innovate undergraduate learning. Strangway’s vision materialized into a unique educational model that emphasized individualized, immersive study, diverging from traditional disciplinary boundaries to foster a more holistic and contemplative academic experience. This vision continues as Quest enters its next exciting phase.
Mandate
The purposes of the university are defined by the Sea to Sky University Act and include, among others, to:
- Offer a rigorous and well-rounded university education in the arts and sciences with a global focus,
- Offer certificate, diploma and degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels,
- Maintain the highest standards of teaching and learning excellence in the university’s academic programs,
Mission
To transform how our students think, question and engage with the world through an innovative educational model that sparks personal growth and intellectual development.
Accreditation
Quest University was given the authority to grant degrees from the Province of British Columbia by the Sea to Sky University Act passed in 2002.
Quest University was accredited by the Degree Quality Assessment Board (DQAB) under the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education in 2006, a status renewed in 2011, 2016 and 2021 following rigorous reviews of policies and programs.
Board of Governors
