For this issue of Ask BCIT Alumni, we chatted with one of our passionate and energetic graduates from BCIT Broadcast and Media Communications. Andrew Booth graduated from BCIT with a Radio Arts and Entertainment diploma in 2015. He began working for Clio, comprehensive law case management and legal software based in Burnaby, BC, as a … Read more
Have you heard of the Fraser River estuary? The Fraser estuary is Canada’s largest salmon production area, serves as an important hemispheric bird habitat with over 1.7 million birds migrating annually, and a vital part of BC’s biodiversity—that is disappearing. In hopes of raising awareness about the plight of the Fraser estuary, the BCIT Rivers … Read more
Metro Vancouver is a beautiful place to live and play. While many visitors come to Vancouver and ravels at the majestic beauty of this modern city surrounded by beautiful nature, mountains, forests and the sea, some individuals fall in love with the place and decide to stay and work here. That is the story of … Read more
Much like there’s no shortage of programs, frameworks, and initiatives proving that industries and organizations are committed to investing in communities and protecting the planet, there’s no shortage of educational pathways that can help you make a positive impact. Enrolling part-time in Flexible Learning options related to social responsibility and environmental stewardship is one of … Read more
New life journeys start with new life lessons. That goes for recent high-school graduates getting ready for post-secondary education as well as college and university students who want to put the theories they’ve learned into practice. It also holds true for professionals seeking to further their careers, or in some cases, change them. And it’s … Read more
BCIT recently recognized Bosa Construction’s gift of $4 million, one of the largest donations to the INSPIRE Campaign. The generous contribution, under the direction of Robert Bosa, will support construction of a new mass timber carpentry building. The Robert Bosa Carpentry Pavilion, named in honour of its donor’s legacy, will be part of the new … Read more
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
During a period of profound adjustment in how we work, learn, and socialize, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) sets out to inspire with stories of resilience and adaptability on season two of the Fireweed podcast — launched September 20. Listeners will follow host and BCIT alumna, Bianca Rego, in conversation with people who … Read more
BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships launches national orange shirt day project, ‘We Will Always Remember’ to honour the children of residential schools British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is launching the ‘We Will Always Remember project in advance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day) on September 30th to engage Canadians in … Read more
During the Second World War, war poster headlines in Canada asked everyone to ‘do your bit’. Many men enlisted. Barred from combat roles, women took on other roles. Joyce Williams, determined to help, trained to become a Registered Nurse at Winnipeg General Hospital. Her first nursing job was in Hazelton, BC where tungsten was being … Read more