At BCIT, our students and faculty are prepared to solve problems faced in our increasingly complex world. From electric vehicle charging infrastructure to the introduction of education in rural areas, our innovative solutions contributed to another successful year. We attribute our success through the power of collaboration and as 2018 comes to an end, we … Read more
(This story first appeared in Business in Vancouver on December 24, 2018, written by Kathy Kinloch.) As 2018 draws to a close, we look forward to the fresh start and renewed opportunities inherent in a new year. It’s easy to look back on the outgoing annum with a certain degree of disdain. So, I believe it’s … Read more
It takes a village The School of Energy at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) welcomed the first-ever graduating class of a remotely delivered program in Kitimat. The graduating class of 2018 Refrigeration Mechanic Foundation Program included 9 dual-credit high school students, adult students, and members of the Haisla and Nisga’a Nations. This program … Read more
Originally printed in the Globe and Mail – October 26, 2018 – by Matthew Halliday As big a win as LNG Canada’s just-approved $40-billion natural gas project is for British Columbia, one bit of uncertainty continues to hang over the project: Can B.C. supply enough labour for the estimated 10,000 jobs coming its way? Kory … Read more
Over 700 guests attended the sixteenth annual BCIT Distinguished Awards held October 22 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Celebrating the British Columbia Institute of Technology’s 2019 Honorary Doctorate of Technology recipients and four exceptional BCIT alumni, the event highlighted the accomplishments of these remarkably driven individuals and told a compelling story about who we are, what … Read more
On October 22, 2018, BCIT will host the sixteenth annual BCIT Distinguished Awards, celebrating our 2019 Honorary Doctorate of Technology recipients and four exceptional BCIT alumni. The accomplishments of these remarkable individuals tell a compelling story about who we are, what we do, and the impact BCIT has locally and internationally. 2019 BCIT Honorary Doctorate … Read more
The School of Construction and the Environment once again welcomed a group of high school students into its Welding Department. From June 25 to 29, eight North Vancouver School District high school students put on safety boots and blue coveralls to participate in the “Mind Over Metal Welding Camp” – a collaboration of BCIT, CWB Welding Foundation, the North … Read more
NEWS RELEASE July 16, 2018 BURNABY – A new, landmark agreement for key public-sector infrastructure projects in B.C. will deliver good-paying jobs, better training and apprenticeships, and more trades opportunities for Indigenous peoples, women and youth around the province. “British Columbians rightfully expect B.C. projects to benefit B.C. workers, families and communities. Our new Community … Read more
“The Honouring Our Leaders ceremony at BCIT is an amazing event that fosters community, family, friendships, and culture. I feel that this event is essential to building a culture of understanding at [BCIT] and maintaining a foundation of support for current and future students,” said event Master of Ceremonies and BCIT alumnus Jordan Waunch. Along … Read more
NEWS RELEASE June 29, 2018 – Government of Canada By investing directly in Canada’s greatest asset — its resilient, hardworking people — the Government of Canada is helping to ensure that the economic growth Canada creates is the kind of growth that works for everyone. The Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, on behalf … Read more