BCIT is saddened to hear of the passing of Elder Mary Bernadette Roberts, a passionate advocate for community inclusion and education for learners of all ages. Elder Mary was born to George and Ethel Roberts (nee Pierre). She was raised in Musqueam community with a strong cultural and traditional upbringing taught mostly from her grandmother … Read more
As we prepare for the start of a new and exciting academic year, I am pleased to share my first community message with you all. In this video, I discuss my priorities as BCIT’s Interim President, the work ahead of us to fulfil our strategic priorities, and we take a tour of our new Health … Read more
Visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers are critical to the social and economic prosperity of British Columbia. The Business in Vancouver (BIV) BC500 2022 list recognizes individuals who have made notable impact across sectors and communities. Among the 500 influential business leaders named in BC500 this year includes Kory Wilson, Executive Director, BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships, … Read more
As careers in crime solving move increasingly online, so BCIT’s Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and Advanced Certificate programs in Forensic Investigation: Crime and Intelligence Analysis (CIA) have followed. Canada-wide demand “We’ve had students from across Canada in our courses, so we know they appreciate the offering,” explains Ken Schulz, Interim Program Coordinator, and faculty member … Read more
BCIT Steel Trades Instructor Don Smith didn’t hesitate to volunteer his time to help transform a shipping container office at Joffre Lakes Provincial Park into a meaningful artwork that connects culture and place. “I thought it was a cool idea,” says Don, a member of the N’Quatqua First Nation and an instructor in Steel Trades … Read more
Countries worldwide are struggling to keep up with the global shift to electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Communities face barriers, ranging from the technologies that support electric vehicle adoption to the fundamentals of how electric vehicles work With these barriers, professionals across sectors are faced with complex questions about the adoption and integration of EV into … Read more
More students will get the education and skills they need to build using one of the province’s greatest natural advantages: mass timber. A new program is helping experienced carpenters, ironworkers and builders gain the in-demand skills needed to succeed in the growing field of mass timber innovation. Investing in mass timber education supports BC’s workers … Read more
We connected with Associate Dean Jennifer Talman to learn more about the newest BCIT Forensics microcredential, which aims to help prepare nurses who treat some of society’s most vulnerable patients. Q: Who is the Advanced Forensic Nurse Examiner (AFNE) microcredential for? Advanced Forensic Nurse Examiner is meant for Registered Nurses who have taken Forensic Nurse … Read more
Congratulations to the BCIT student award recipients of 2022. On July 20, students celebrated their accomplishments with their family, friends, mentors, and peers with the online Student Awards Celebration. In recognition of their academic achievement, outstanding leadership, and positive contributions to the community, more than 250 students received awards. “This has been an incredible year … Read more
When BCIT Technical Advisor Bryan Fair decided to invest in his first-ever electric vehicle (EV), he never imagined he would end up plugging into a whole new world of inquiry, learning—and creativity. “I realized there was far more that I didn’t know than I did know,” reflects Bryan. “How do you ‘demythstify’ or filter out … Read more