Vancouverites are ready to pack their bags for their next summer vacation after more than two years of travel restrictions brought about by the pandemic. That is why tourism is a booming industry at the moment. This is especially prominent when we chatted with BCIT Tourism alumnae, Colleen Smith, Event Sales and Services Manager at … Read more
BCIT has been recognized by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) as a top performer in the 2022 Sustainable Campus Index (SCI), tying for third with the University of California, Berkeley, in the category of Wellbeing and Work. The Sustainable Campus Index highlights the most sustainable colleges and universities overall … Read more
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
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
Faculty launched the annual intense May project for first year Computer Systems Technology Diploma students with the theme Conflict and Dialectic. “We know students are thinking about the conflict and tension in the world right now, whether extreme weather, global unrest including war and disinformation, mental unrest, or rising commodity prices,” explains Carly Orr, BCIT … Read more
The annual BCIT Spring Convocation Ceremonies returned in-person for the first time in two years. BCIT celebrated more than 3,500 students who graduated to join the 200,000 BCIT alumni who are making vital contributions right here in our local communities and across the globe. Throughout the week, our graduates heard from leaders across BCIT, special … Read more
BCIT has completed the ecological restoration of 3,860 m2 of land adjacent to Guichon Creek, using soil dug out as part of the building excavation for the new Health Sciences Centre (HSC) opening this fall. Parking lot O was previously a gravel car park that sat alongside Guichon Creek and because of its position the … Read more
At this year’s Prix d’Excellence awards ceremony – hosted by the Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education (CCAE) – three of BCIT’s projects and programs earned coveted honors for brand excellence in engaging alumni and donors, as well as supporting development efforts across our sector. In the category of Best Use of Video/Film (1 … Read more
As early as seventh grade, BCIT alumna Manpreet Dhillon knew that she wanted to end sexism, racism, and war. However, at the time, supportive language to describe her vision of what we now refer to as EDI—equity, diversity and inclusion—was not in common use. Building her now-successful business, Veza Global (which supports organizations in embedding … Read more
The BCIT Student Innovation Challenge, now in its 13th year, announced the 2022 winners at the awards ceremony that took place on May 25, 2022 at the Burnaby campus. This annual contest attracts students with bright ideas and provides guidance, encouragement, and funding from industry and faculty to support students in realizing their vision. The … Read more