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Concert Properties and partners raise $100K for BCIT Trades Discovery students in need

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This fall, Concert Properties raised $100,000 from industry partners to support British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Trades Discovery students in need. The grassroots fundraising campaign took the place of the annual Concert Charity Golf Tournament, which would have raised donations for BCIT students (and students at other trades training institutions across Canada) through tournament … Read more

Building Canada’s cybersecurity talent: BCIT partners with EC-Council Canada and Circadence

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BCIT partners with Circadence and EC Council

In response to the global cybersecurity talent shortage, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has partnered with EC-Council Canada and Circadence to develop a strong and resilient workforce equipped to solve cybersecurity challenges. “According to the report from Deloitte and Toronto Financial Services Alliances, Canadian executives view the cybersecurity talent shortage as one of the … Read more

BCIT Safety Update – November 25

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Following the BC Provincial Health Officer’s expanded and updated COVID-19 response Orders announced on November 19, the Province announced yesterday that the provincial state of emergency is to extend through to the end of the day on December 7, 2020. The Province is introducing new measures to enforce the Provincial Health Officer’s guidance on mask … Read more

Update on new COVID-19 Provincial Orders – Nov 19

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As you may have heard, the BC Provincial Health Officer announced expanded and updated response Orders today to aid in controlling the spread of COVID-19. Effective today, November 19, 2020 at midnight to December 7, 2020 at midnight, the following new Orders will be in place for everyone across British Columbia: Masks are now required for … Read more

Applying to BCIT as an International Student? Here’s a few things you should know before applying

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Student in library looking at books on the shelf

This post was written by Student Social Media Contributor Elin Molenaar. Elin is an International Student from the Netherlands and is a student in the Broadcast and Online Journalism program. Here are a few things she recommends soon-to-be international students consider before starting their education at BCIT. Ins and outs for soon-to-be international students at … Read more

From barista to analyst, BCIT Computing grad now sees infinite potential

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Despite a somewhat rocky start in post-secondary education, Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma grad Stuart Budd is now a lifelong learner. After completing much of a Bachelor of Science at the University of Victoria, Stuart took time off working as a barista at Starbucks. His natural talent and people skills propelled him into store management. … Read more

Safety reminder: Masks and face coverings

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Safety reminder: Masks and face coverings

For the latest COVID-19 information please refer to the BCIT COVID-19 website. As COVID-19 cases continue to increase across the Lower Mainland, we would like to remind the BCIT community to continue to stay vigilant in practicing COVID-19 prevention. This includes: Staying home if you are feeling unwell. Maintaining two metres physical distance from other people. … Read more

“BCIT Industry Sponsored Student Projects program is a great opportunity for start-ups”

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Meet Nichola Lytle: mother of two young sons living in Nelson, owner of a successful design company, a Digital Arts program instructor, and currently leading not one but two tech start-ups. For both start-ups, she relied heavily on BCIT Computing‘s Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP). “I’m driven by curiosity and a passion for learning,” … Read more

BCIT South Wetland Restoration project brings education to life

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South Wetland Restoration project brings education to life for BCIT students

Frogs, birds, critters, and the community now have a newly-built wetland to enjoy on the south end of the BCIT Burnaby Campus, near Guichon Creek. The biodiversity hotspot — constructed by students as part of a three-day field course — isn’t just good for the environment, it’s also a living example of how programs at … Read more

Health Sciences Centre: Progress update and looking ahead

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Side by side image of artist rendering of new HSC building, and photo of current HSC building under construction

The BCIT Foundation is proud to share the significant progress on the new, state-of-the-art Health Sciences Centre, slated for completion in fall 2021. As of September 2020, the INSPIRE Campaign has raised $8.89 million in support of the Health Sciences Centre. “We are closing in on reaching the $11.7 million fundraising goal for the Centre,” … Read more