On March 19, the BCIT School of Energy and BCIT School of Transportation collaborated in the first annual BCIT Hydrogen Symposium at the Burnaby Campus. The BCIT Hydrogen Symposium is a forum allowing academia, government, and industry to come together and discuss initiatives to advance the development of the hydrogen industry. This year’s theme focused … Read more
In the dynamic field of forensic science, the only constant is change. The Forensic Science Bachelor of Technology program stands at the forefront of this evolution, preparing students to become leaders in a discipline that shapes the very fabric of justice. Known for a comprehensive curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on expertise, the program … Read more
We love catching up with our alumni, to talk about life after BCIT, their careers, and what tips they have for prospective and current students. In this Q&A, meet Front-End Web Developer (FWD) grad Zerlene Fernandez, who graduated with a Certificate in 2016. Check out her technological odyssey: from self-taught designer to Industry strategist. You … Read more
Dom Toa is not the only person who joined the forensic science field after being intrigued by depictions such as those on TV’s CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. But he may be one of the few who has come full circle, now leading a program at BCIT Forensics that teaches others to follow his footsteps…or, footprints? … Read more
BCIT had the pleasure of hosting representatives from Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2), Mohawk College, Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies, and Saskatchewan Polytechnic for the Community Workforce Development Project / BCIT Community of Practice Meetings over the span of two days. The group visited BCIT School of Construction and the Environment on the … Read more
Congratulations to Emily Peterson who received first place in the 2024 LIV Design Challenge for her patio design, The Arbor. Emily was a student in the BCIT Interior Design program when she submitted her design. She now works as a Junior Interior Designer at SSDG, a Vancouver interior design firm. The LIV Design Challenge is … Read more
Warning: This story contains depictions and discussions of war, which may be distressing for some readers. For free, 24/7 confidential support, call the BC Mental Health Support Line at 310-6789 (no area code needed). At six years old, aspiring journalist and future alumna Layla Khdir was performing nightly news shows to her mirror in her … Read more
Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. We are committed to ensuring our people — those who make BCIT distinct, are developing while feeling valued, supported, and connected. BCIT is a people-first organization. We aim to celebrate our employees by sharing their stories through the Our … Read more
Post-secondary education is increasingly crucial for individuals looking to stay in-demand in a rapidly evolving workforce. The 2023 Labour Market Outlook for BC showed the province is expected to have almost one million job openings between now and 2033. About 75% of these job openings will require some level of post-secondary education or training. Choosing … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Justin Williams as the Associate Vice President of Academic at BCIT – beginning April 22, 2024. Justin will play a key role in providing leadership and strategic direction to a broad portfolio of academic programs and supports. Advising on academic planning, … Read more