Rock solid options make mining a good choice for mature students

BCIT Mining program

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re looking to change course in your career, there’s plenty to unearth in the field of mining — from exploring new terrains to challenging norms. And that’s just scratching the surface, according to Shawna Waberi, an instructor for the Mineral Exploration and Mining program at BCIT. “The career opportunities available … Read more

BCIT Centre for Ecocities receives international award of recognition for its positive impact

Incredible Impacts Award

Congratulations to Ecocity Builders and the BCIT Centre for Ecocities (the Centre) for receiving the 2020 Incredible Impacts Award, presented collaboratively by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and the BestCities Global Alliance. The Incredible Impacts Award celebrates international conference legacy initiatives that lead as examples of excellence within the global meetings industry and … Read more

Update on Winter 2021: safe, transformational, and applied education

As students, faculty, and staff have settled into the Fall term here at BCIT, many are asking about how programs will be delivered as they continue their studies and work this Winter. Given the recognized success of our current delivery model, coupled with rising COVID-19 case numbers in many regions and countries, we will maintain … Read more

Trish Pekeles joins BCIT as CFO and Vice President, Finance and Corporate Services

Trish Pekeles, CFO and VP, Finance, and Corporate Services

BCIT is pleased to welcome Trish Pekeles as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Vice President, Finance and Corporate Services. With a diverse background spanning leadership experience in large complex organizations for both the private and public sectors, Trish brings a wealth of experience to BCIT including over 20 years’ experience in finance, operations, and strategic … Read more

More than just a job: how a BCIT alumna is amplifying Indigenous voices and stories

Savannah Minoose-Erasmus

Savannah Minoose-Erasmus is happy to be doing a job she enjoys—and making a difference, too. “We’re all really invested in our work,” says Savannah, 24, who recently completed her Broadcast and Online Journalism Diploma at BCIT. “It’s not just a job.” Upon graduating in May 2020, she was immediately hired as a Project Coordinator with the … Read more

Rivers are integral to all life: celebrating World Rivers Day 2020

Mark Angelo on World Rivers Day

Millions of people and thousands of events around the world will mark World Rivers Day 2020, either virtually or physically, on September 27. With many of the world’s rivers facing increasing pressures associated with climate change, pollution, and industrial development, close to 100 countries from across 6 continents will participate in this year’s environmental celebration. … Read more

BCIT celebrates recognition from Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Leaders of Tomorrow program

Congratulations to recent BCIT Marketing Communications alumnus Lester de Guzman for receiving the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade (GVBOT) Leadership in Excellence Award. Awarded on September 16 at the 2019/2020 Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) Graduation Ceremony, this award recognized Lester for the leadership and collaboration he demonstrated throughout his journey in the LOT mentorship program. … Read more

Province invests in mass timber project for new student housing at BCIT

Province invests in mass timber project for new student housing at BCIT

Students attending the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) in the coming years will have access to hundreds of new, affordable, and environmentally friendly on-campus housing beds. “Students throughout the province have told our government the lack of affordable housing has stood in the way of their education and aspirations, and we committed to fixing … Read more

Brett Favaro joins BCIT as Associate Dean, Natural Resources and Environment

BCIT is pleased to announce that Brett Favaro has been appointed Associate Dean, Natural Resources and Environment, School of Construction and the Environment. Brett brings more than a decade of experience as a conservation researcher and educator working with academia and industry to support the sustainable management of natural resources. With strong roots in Burnaby, … Read more

COVID-19 contracted our environmental footprint by three weeks: Earth Overshoot Day 2020

Earth Overshoot Day 2020

When you think about global pandemics and environmental catastrophes, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and discouraged. But Dr. Jennie Moore is both optimistic  — albeit cautiously — and practical when discussing the impacts of COVID-19 and the health of the planet. “How do we pivot now, and make sure we don’t recreate mistakes that put us … Read more