BCIT unveils the Scotiabank Lounge to support student success and innovation

Dean Hildebrand, Zak Khokhar, Mike Dunnigan, Grace Chiu + Chloe Kei, Soyun Park, Donna Turner, Jennifer Talman.

BCIT is pleased to announce the unveiling of the Scotiabank Lounge at the Downtown Campus, made possible by a generous donation of $500,000 from Scotiabank. Located on the fifth floor in the TEC Hub, the lounge will serve as a dynamic space for students to collaborate, study and engage in a flexible and collaborative learning … Read more

Claim Craft by Computing students: AI-powered prototype and lessons learned

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The all-class end-to-end project done in the final term of the BCIT Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma’s Technical Programming Option is an opportunity to bring together the many skills learned throughout the two-year program. But that doesn’t mean the learning stops. This year, the class of 16 came together to create Claim Craft, an AI-powered … Read more

12 Flexible Learning programs to boost your career

Written by: Sia Foryoh Whether you’re looking to develop new skills, gain a credential, or pursue a degree, BCIT Flexible Learning offers flexible education that allows you to study at your own pace with a variety of course formats, including in-person, online, and blended options. Many of these programs align with in-demand fields highlighted in … Read more

BCIT program offers a purpose-driven career in Vancouver’s thriving event scene

From the cheers of BC Lions fans at BC Place to the elegant ambiance of high-profile corporate galas, Vancouver is a hotspot for diverse and exciting events. As the countdown to hosting FIFA World Cup matches in 2026 continues and with momentum from the successful 2024 Grey Cup, the demand for skilled event professionals is … Read more

BCIT celebrates dedicated naming of the new Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is proud to announce the unveiling of the Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace, a newly dedicated space within BCIT’s Health Sciences Centre designed to enhance student experiences in health education. This was made possible, in part, by Russ Cmolik and The Cmolik Foundation, long-term supporters of BCIT’s mission … Read more

The world of electrical engineering: Aileen Maynard’s journey to find her calling

After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Biology with a minor in Psychology, Aileen Maynard quickly realized that a career in her field of study was not her true calling. She took time to reflect to discover where her interests lay, and she set off to find a path that would engage her mind and … Read more

From BCIT to the NHL: Taralynn Reburn’s Journey to Vice President with the Florida Panthers

Taralynn Reburn has always had a passion for sports, and she knew from an early age that she wanted to integrate it into her career. Today, as the Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service for the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, Taralynn credits her education at BCIT for paving the way to her success. … Read more

BCIT student masters IoT skills through YVR Water Monitoring project

BCIT Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science student Spencer Loren has earned high praise from Jonathan Bassan, Director of BCIT Centre for Internet of Things (IoT) for his contributions to the Environmental Monitoring and Analysis (EMA) YVR Water Monitoring project.  The Vancouver International Airport (YVR), situated on Sea Island at an elevation of 3.05 meters, … Read more

Intro to Web Development: Fun and creativity in the technical classroom

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Over just a couple of decades the world wide web has transformed global communications, commerce, and society at large. And almost all organizations have found that a strong online presence is an essential facet of success in today’s market, both for local reach and far beyond. Essential tool for business “Whether it’s connecting with their … Read more

BCIT alumnus Jordon Gabriel recovers cultural knowledge through work in forestry

Three people in high vis gear stand in the forest looking at a electronic tablet device. The two people on the right are wearing orange safety helmets, and the person on the left is wearing a navy blue baseball cap. In the background, more forestry workers can be seen wearing high-vis gear and orange safety helmets.

Jordon Gabriel is an expert in forest management and a community-focused Forestry Technician with Líl̓wat Forestry Ventures Ltd. (LFV). But those are not his only titles; he is a member of Líl̓wat Nation, a residential school Survivor, a father, a grandfather, and a British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) alumnus. When Jordon started working in … Read more