We caught up with Computer Systems Technology (CST) alumnus Rob Schulz, who recently got inspired to help Indigenous-owned businesses during the pandemic. Rob’s passion for technology saw him designing websites when he was just out of high school. “As I evolved in the role from a graphic design perspective to coding, I became interested in … Read more
Congratulations to BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships for receiving Silver in the 2020 Indigenous Education Excellence Award, presented by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). The CICan Awards of Excellence celebrates excellence within Canadian colleges and institutes. BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships is recognized for its demonstrated commitment to Indigenous education through innovative initiatives, dedicated resources … Read more
BCIT Interior Design students Kelly Wu and Lauren Binstead received an Honorable Mention at the 2019-2020 IDEC (Interior Design Educators Council) Student Design Competition sponsored by Council for Interior Design Qualification. The student project submission was titled “Self Circle“. This project was inspired by the tenets of Salish First Nations groups with the design of this center … Read more
“My being at this table is a really big deal,” says Orene Askew, BCIT Radio Arts and Entertainment alumna and DJ. “I mean, someone like me—a mixed black and Indigenous two-spirited woman—sitting here.” She’s talking about the 18-ft, honey-coloured cedar table, hand-carved by Indigenous artist Xwalacktunn (Rick Harry). It’s where the elected 16 Squamish Nation … Read more
Growing up in Alberta, BCIT Bachelor of Science in Nursing student Christina Dixon always had a passion for arts and the outdoors. It was natural fit when she decided to move to beautiful British Columbia to enjoy the province’s greatest outdoor adventures while completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Art. Upon graduation, Christina … Read more
There’s one group in Canada whose growth is quickly outpacing all others: Indigenous youth. Since 2006, the country’s Indigenous population has increased 42.5%—over four times as fast as other demographics—and younger generations, in particular, have seen gains of 39%. These young people are smart, driven, pragmatic, and motivated to join the workforce. But too … Read more
BCIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Tami Pierce as Associate Director of Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships. Tami joins BCIT with more than 25 years of experience advancing Indigenous education. She holds a Bachelor of General Studies and a Master of Education from Simon Fraser University. A proud Indigenous (Tsimshian) and Japanese woman, Tami … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is honoured to introduce an Indigenous Vision (Vision). This document represents the Institution’s deep and continuous commitment to taking sustainable actions that build awareness and understanding around Truth, Reconciliation, Indigenization, the legacy of Colonization, and the contemporary reality of Canada and Indigenous people. “As we celebrate 25 years of … Read more
Indigenous coastal communities share ties to Canada’s oceans that span generations. They value them as a source of livelihood, food security, and transportation routes. The Oceans Protection Plan is providing Indigenous peoples with new opportunities to protect and preserve Canada’s oceans and sea routes. Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport announced that the Government of Canada is providing funding over … Read more
Roberta Jamieson says she was fortunate to grow up amongst and be taught by her own people in the tight-knit community of Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. “I learned a lot about who I was,” says the President and CEO of Indspire. “Though I went to an Indian Affairs school where they were … Read more