Our Values

Respect

HGI and the programs we deliver are based on the principle of mutual respect, for each other and for the ecosystem of which we are part. HGI respects and learns from the leadership of the Haida Nation and all the people and communities on Haida Gwaii.

Contribution

By making higher education available in Haida Gwaii, HGI contributes to community diversification, vibrancy, and well-being. We contribute to the education of our community and enrich the lives of the people who come to Haida Gwaii, from across Canada and the world, to study and teach.

Collaboration

Our community and place-based approach to education provides individuals the opportunity to learn from local knowledge-holders in addition to their instructors. Bringing together diverse groups of people to work and learn together fosters new ideas and innovative solutions.

Excellence

HGI strives for excellence in all our programming and aims to distinguish our organization internationally for providing exceptional transformative educational experiences.

Integrity

HGI subscribes to rigorous ethical standards, delivers on our promises, and is transparent and accountable to our students, instructors, and the partners and supporters who make our work possible.