Royal Roads University pays tribute to late BC Premier
Royal Roads University is proud to honour the late Honourable John Horgan—former Premier of British Columbia, Canada’s Ambassador to Germany, and Royal Roads University Fellow—with the naming of its new campus in downtown Langford.
Located on Goldstream Avenue in the heart of the city, the new site will be known as RRU Langford | John Horgan Campus—a tribute to a leader whose vision and advocacy helped bring post-secondary education to this growing region.
“Our friend John Horgan knew education opened the doors to opportunity,” said Premier David Eby. “John from Langford loved the place he called home and I think it would have brought that signature smile to his face to hear about this campus opening in his community. It is a fitting tribute to his vision that the John Horgan Campus will be a centre of learning, as well as a gathering place for the community.”
“John was a tireless champion for expanding access to post-secondary education in this community,” said Dr. Philip Steenkamp, President and Vice-Chancellor of Royal Roads University. “He would be thrilled to see us welcoming students here this fall and supporting them through life changing education.”
Further honouring his legacy, Royal Roads announced the creation of the John Horgan Entrance Award, which will provide financial support to new undergraduate students attending RRU programs at the Langford campus.
“As a firm believer in the power of higher education to change lives, John understood the doors it could open for the next generation of changemakers—those who will follow in his footsteps to tackle the great challenges of our time and build a better world,” said Steenkamp. “I’m proud to support this award with a personal donation of $25,000 and look forward to seeing students thrive at RRU Langford on the John Horgan Campus.”
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The concept for the campus signage was also revealed at today’s naming ceremony, with members of Horgan’s family in attendance.
“This would have meant the world to John,” said family spokesperson Ellie Horgan. “His love for Langford, for education, and for young people all come together in this campus—a place that will spark new ideas, welcome diverse perspectives, and open new opportunities. He would be proud to see students, faculty, and staff become part of Langford’s vibrant community, and deeply honoured to have his name associated with such a meaningful place of learning.”