More people will soon have access to hands-on training in a new state-of-the-art training centre to help them get skills for jobs in life sciences and biomanufacturing, supporting companies to help address some of the world’s most pressing health-care challenges. The Government of BC and PacifiCan are making a combined investment of $7.2 million to … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) was named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2023 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers—for the thirteenth consecutive year. This special designation recognizes the BC employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. BCIT was specifically recognized for fostering a culture of encouragement and support for … Read more
With a focus on supporting BC’s vibrant technology sector, the new Tech Collider at the British Columbia Institute of Technology‘s (BCIT) Downtown Campus will connect students and industry to solve real-world challenges. “British Columbia has one of the fastest-growing tech sectors in Canada,” said Selina Robinson, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. “Investing in … Read more
For some, stress can be isolating. For BCIT alumni couple Tarrah and Travis Prasad, an intensive five weeks of stress actually brought them together. “We weren’t in a relationship at the time,” explains Travis, who graduated with Tarrah from the Broadcast and Online Journalism program in 2016. “On-campus classes were finished, and we both happened … Read more
BCIT Computer Systems Technology student Sally Poon is Chair of the BCIT Student Association (BCITSA) Downtown Campus (DTC) – a role where she aims to help improve daily life for the students who study here. With a mix of full-time programs and Flexible Learning the Downtown Campus is located at the heart of Vancouver’s business … Read more
“I’m not easy to be married to.” Mike Meade admits. The BCIT alum concludes this is due to his obsession with adrenaline-inducing sports, which has resulted in multiple injury-related surgeries. Surgeries through which his wife of 25 years and fellow alum, Shaeesta Meade, supported him. He says his worst accident yet was in 2019. It … Read more
Fireweed features stories of hope, resilience, and adaptability and is hosted by alumna Bianca Rego. Bianca is a recent graduate of the BCIT Broadcast and Online Journalism program, an award-winning journalist, and Producer at 980 CKNW. Her natural curiosity, commitment, experience, and tenacity has led her to hosting season two of Fireweed — a podcast which … Read more
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) today announced the opening of the new Teck Copper Innovation Hub. Made possible by a $1.75 million donation from Teck, the facility will help BCIT researchers and students explore the use of copper in a variety of healthcare … Read more
BCIT celebrated Black Excellence Day on January 13, 2023, as a lead up to Black History Month. Three local Black community leaders, Orene Askew (aka DJ O’Show), Anthonia Ogundele, and Lama Mugabo, participated in a discussion panel, moderated by Sharad Khare, to explain what Black Excellence means to them. This year, Canada will mark its … Read more
For many students, their post-secondary journey involves choosing a program of interest, enrolling in a school that supports the chosen area of study, and graduating with a credential to enter the workforce. My post-secondary journey followed the same path with the exception that I was able to get a head start on entering the workforce … Read more