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Forensics Staff Interviewed in the Surrey Now

June 10, 2015 by cingram

Sheila EarlySheila Early, Program Coordinator for Forensic Health Sciences, and Lynn Gifford, an instructor in the program, were recently interviewed in the Surrey Now about the help forensic nurses provide at Surrey Memorial Hospital:

“A patient comes to emergency seeking treatment for a physical injury. If the wound appears suspicious, particularly in the case of a youngster, or if the patient reveals they’ve been abused, a forensic nurse will be called in.”

The article continues on to talk about the vital role that forensic nurses play when a case goes to trial:

“Besides caring directly for patients, and gathering specimens when required, forensic nurses are called to testify in court.”

Sheila discusses the type of person who would make a great forensic nurse:

“You need an inquisitive mind. Every forensic nurse is a very good fact witness.”

You can read the whole article online.

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Forensics BTech Graduates Research Day June 12

June 3, 2015 by cingram

A wall filled with research posters.

BCIT Forensic Science and Technology invites you to join us at the Bachelor of Technology Graduates Research Day on Friday, June 12, 2015 from 10:15 to 15:00 in Town Square A-D, Building SE02 on Burnaby Campus.

Almost 30 BTech degree students in the Computer Crime, Crime and Intelligence Analysis, and Forensic Science options will be presenting their research papers and posters. It will be a great opportunity to network with students and instructors as well as learn more about the research being done in our department.

The 2015_Research_Day_Schedule is available. Snacks, coffee, tea will be provided throughout the day. Please confirm your attendance by emailing Cindy Chan by June 8.

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RCMP Special “I” Unit Info Session at BCIT

May 19, 2015 by cingram

Cost of arms for the RCMPThe RCMP E Division Special “I” unit is holding an information session at BCIT’s Downtown Campus on May 25th at 13:00 in room 810. The unit is looking for civilian candidates who:

– Type a minimum of 40 words a minute,
– Have a second language, and
– Can successfully complete a top secret security clearance.

The work is “as and when needed” which can potentially transfer into a term position.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please come and learn more. The session will be presented by two Special “I” supervisors who will share their insights into this unit and answer questions related to this session.

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New West Police Looking for Crime Prevention Volunteers

April 13, 2015 by cingram

Logo for the New Westminster police departmentThe New Westminster Police Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) enhances the quality of life for everyone in New Westminster, by fostering a successful community in which crime is reduced and people are safe. Bringing together citizens from throughout the area, the CPU creates a more unified New Westminster and provides an opportunity for everyone to get involved in building a stronger, more secure community.

The CPU recognizes that a great community is not built by one individual alone but is the result of the combined hard work and effort of many different people. Therefore the CPU develops programs, provides resources and offers support to encourage volunteer participation in the enhancement of a safer community.

At this time we are accepting applications for Crime Reduction Unit Volunteers. All volunteers begin in our Citizens’ Crime Watch Patrol Program (CCWP). This program requires a commitment level of 6 hours per month and operates weekends, special events and on-call.

If you’re interested, please visit our website for instructions on how to apply and to download an application. Applications must be received by April 19, 2015.

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Multiple Forensic Identification Technician Positions with the Toronto Police Available

March 18, 2015 by cingram

Logo for the Toronto PoliceJob Title: Crime Scene Tech Support, Forensic Identification Services – JOB ID #3236
Location: PSC- Forensic Ident Srvcs
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Closing Date: March 20, 2015
Salary: $69,791.40 to $77,907.46 annually
Job Type: Union
Vacancies: Several
Location: 2050 Jane Street, Building “A”
Shifts: 3 Shifts – Days, Afternoon and Midnights

Summary of Function
Documents and collects evidence at secure scenes.  May be required to testify in court.

[Read more…]

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Networking Opportunity for Crime and Intelligence Analysis Students

March 13, 2015 by cingram

A student holding a poster at Impactathon while another student presents information from the poster.SAP and Net Impact Impactathon

Help solve issues around the globe and learn to solve problems using design thinking in one action-packed day.

The global series of Impactathon events helps generate solutions to prepare young people to succeed in the workplace of the future.

“I met so many interesting people and the event was all around fun! It was refreshing to really tackle an important issue that many young people struggle with today.” – Kara Korab, Paris Impactathon

[Read more…]

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BCIT Forensics Hosted Career and Education Fair on March 5th

February 19, 2015 by cingram

A room filled with people curious about Forensics' different programs.BCIT Forensics in partnership with the Private Investigators Association of BC (PIABC) and the PTSNetwork will be hosting a career and training fair on March 5, 2015.  This event will provide attendees with information on how to start your career in the professional investigation field. Potential candidates will be provided with information on what type of training and skillsets are required to work in the expanding field of investigations.

The event is an excellent opportunity for students and alumni to meet potential employers who are actively hiring and looking to develop relationships with potential candidates interested in the investigative field.

Investigation skills can give the advantage in many professions such as:

  • Journalism
  • Human Resources
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Cybercrime Investigation
  • Professional Private Investigation
  • Loss Prevention
  • Forensics
  • Insurance Fraud
  • Regulatory Investigation
  • Paralegal Work

Event Details: March 5, 2015 from 17:00 to 21:00 at the BCIT Downtown Campus, in Vancouver, on the 2nd floor.

This event requires free, online registration. For more information about this event please contact David McKay.

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BC Team Gives Name Back to Unidentified Bodies

February 11, 2015 by cingram

Photo of bones from a mass graveA recent article in The Province newspaper highlights the great work of the BC Coroners Service, specifically, the Identification and Disaster Response Unit (IDRU):

“Recently BC investigators have been closing more cases quickly — and closing more old, cold cases, too — says Inkster, who’s quick to credit that success to the innovative and award-winning IDRU program set up by his predecessor, Stephen Fonseca.”

Although BCIT isn’t mentioned here, our faculty (Dr. Dean Hildebrand, Jason Moore, and Steen Hartsen) work behind the scenes to conduct the forensic DNA analysis that lead to these breakthroughs. This work at our institute, along with the provincial DNA database Dr. Hildebrand helped establish, makes BC a leader in this type of humanitarian work.

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Spring 2015 Schedule Now Available

February 5, 2015 by cingram

Man reading a book in a field of daisies.On a super rainy day like today, it has to be nice to think about spring, right?

I recently uploaded our Spring term 2015 course schedule to our website, so you can use it to plan your course load for April – August 2015. BCIT has updated the way it displays courses online, hopefully making it easier for you guys to find and enroll in them.

Some important dates to remember:

  • February 13th – Web preview (You can see the Winter 2015 courses online, but can’t register for them yet)
  • February 15th – Web registration opens (You can start registering online)
  • February 16th – General registration opens (You can now register by any method)

So go ahead and plan for your next semester and get ready to register before important courses fill up!

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Technology Career Fair at BCIT on February 11, 2015

February 2, 2015 by cingram

A man shakes hands with a woman behind the table at an employer booth at a career fair.The BCIT Student Association is holding a technology-focused career fair on February 11, 2015 from 14:00 to 16:30 in the Great Hall of the Burnaby Campus at BCIT.

They invite all BCIT students and alumni to attend this free event in order to meet employers and learn about employment opportunities.

The BCITSA is also hosting three workshops to help students prepare for the career fair and impress employers:
1) Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at the DTC (room 421) from 16:15 to 17:30.
2) Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the  Burnaby Main Campus, Room 209 (SE6) from 15:00 to 16:15.
3) Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Burnaby Main Campus, Council Chambers in SE2 from 14:00 to 15:15.

Students and alumni can register for these workshops on the new BCITSA Career Track portal.

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