Congratulations to the BCIT Graduating Class of 2021! On March 23, BCIT celebrated more than 3,000 graduates in the Winter 2021 BCIT Convocation Ceremony, hosted by proud BCIT alumnus Kevin Lim, Morning Host, 104.9 KiSS RADiO Vancouver. This virtual convocation welcomed families, friends, peers, and mentors who have joined in honouring our graduates and their … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) was built on a simple premise: that the best way to prepare students for the workforce is to provide hands-on training, in the classroom and in the field. So by all accounts, the global pandemic should have sent the Institute into a tailspin. But instead, one year later, … Read more
International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrates the economic, cultural, social, and political achievements of women. On this day and every day of the year, it’s also important to raise awareness about women’s equality and take actions to help create an inclusive and gender equal world. This year’s IWD theme is #ChooseToChallenge and we will focus on … Read more
Building a LEGO set was a fun pastime for many children, but for Jim Taggart, a long-time instructor of the BCIT Bachelor of Architectural Science program, it had a special meaning. “I vividly recall getting a LEGO set on my eighth birthday. It came with a booklet of drawings, showing how you can build different … Read more
Stuart Budd and Nadia Dobrianskaia rehearsed tirelessly for months to perfect their wedding first dance in 2018. But when it came time for the big reveal, the wrong song played. Nadia, a trained dancer, says that when they heard the incorrect song, they were stunned. Looking at each other in disbelief, in front of all … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is launching its first ever microcredential programs to provide learners with an industry-focused, applied education that allows them to rapidly upskill or reskill, build resiliency, and stay ahead of workplace trends. Microcredentials are flexible, short-term programs that help learners quickly master new competencies and gain knowledge essential to … Read more
More than 30 years ago, BCIT alumni Lynn and Simon Wong were young students at BCIT when their relationship bloomed in 1987. It was a classic romance that survived the rigours of BCIT and led to marriage in 1992 and produced their two children, Joey and Emma. But in 2015, their life took an unexpected … Read more
And the votes are in….. BCIT SMART team was awarded the 2021 ECO Canada Community Impact Award for their project on Master your EV etiquette: the Do’s and Don’ts of EV charging. The ECO Canada Community Impact Award recognizes positive environmental projects from across the country by groups that have displayed environmental advocacy, sustainable initiatives, … Read more
Chong Tea Company Founder Matt Chong says his passion for tea bloomed when his aunt introduced him to an ancient Chinese tea known as Tie Guan Yin or Iron Buddha. Fascinated by the tea’s rich history and flavour profile, Matt explored Vancouver’s Chinatown to learn more. A Vancouverite of Chinese decent, he shares that browsing … Read more
BCIT is delighted to announce the appointment of Laura Vail as BCIT’s Senior Director, Student Success. As Senior Director, Laura will lead BCIT’s Student Success division in the development of strategies, programs, and broad initiatives aimed at promoting student success, well-being, and resilience. This role provides senior leadership to our teams in Counselling & Student … Read more