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Leaders from BC Hydro, EnWave Corporation, Fraser River Pile and Dredge, Shell Canada Ltd., and Townline Homes, share their valuable advice

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Photo of Willingdon Centre stage with a big screen that says Congratulations Grads of 2023 with people sitting on the stage in grad gowns.

Last month, 1,100 BCIT students crossed the stage in five in-person Convocation ceremonies. Convocation is not only a celebration of our students’ achievements, but also a testament to our commitment in helping our graduates create sustained and meaningful impact in their careers beyond BCIT. This year, BCIT invited leaders from numerous competitive industries to share … Read more

Crossing the stage: The Spring 2023 Convocation ceremonies

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Three BCIT students in their graduation robe and cap, holding their BCIT degrees.

Academic regalia. Awards and pins. Applause and celebrations. Over 1,100 students crossed the stage in five in-person ceremonies this June, joining more than 200,000 of our BCIT alumni community. We are proud of our graduates for their achievements, and we are confident in their abilities to create sustained and meaningful impact beyond BCIT. Each ceremony … Read more

Spearheading inclusive indoor navigations at YVR

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Community member David Brun, holding a walking stick, alongside BCIT student Matt Keller, at YVR.

At BCIT, we believe in the respect of all people in our community – students, staff, and faculty. We have always, and will continue to, champion a diversity of experiences, ideas, cultures, and perspectives, by fostering a community permeated with equality and inclusivity. In furthering our commitment for respect, diversity, and inclusion in post-secondary, BCIT … Read more

What skills do you need for fast-growing Clean Economy jobs?

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BCIT offers training to support students in Clean Economy jobs.

BC is shifting towards a Clean Economy— with big changes in fossil-fuel-reliant industries and an increased demand for other natural resources. With it, new career paths will emerge and existing jobs will transform. A more robust set of environmental and sustainability skills will be in demand to mitigate the effects of climate change. To help … Read more

New BC Government Action Plan helps people get skills for in-demand jobs

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A group of people standing for a photo at the Government of British Columbia's announcement of its Future Ready Action Plan.

The Province’s new StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan will help thousands of people get the skills they need to succeed in the changing economy and help close the skills gap many businesses are facing. “Our economy is growing and innovating quickly,” said Premier David Eby. “Work is transforming, and we have more job openings than … Read more

8 factors for students with disabilities to know about transitioning to post-secondary

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Why international students choose BCIT

BCIT is a people-focused organization committed to ensuring equitable and accessible education for all its students. Transitioning to post-secondary education is an important and rewarding yet challenging process for many people. As a student with disabilities or medical conditions, you may face additional considerations that require extra planning, resources, and support to succeed in your … Read more

Deploying software across regions and keeping apps running smoothly: Why DevOps needs Kubernetes

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Younger man with blue baseball cap, glasses, and full beard looks into distance. He is wearing a tea rose corduroy shirt and is perhaps in a tech company kitchen

We checked in with Computing instructor Prabhjot Lalli on his new course COMP 4016: Applied DevOps with Kubernetes. He told us how technology is making software run more smoothly, and how it can help IT staff avoid those dreaded 3am calls! “Students will be equipped with the right tools to hit the ground running, and … Read more

Just keep going: Business alum and entrepreneur Olivia Lovenmark’s secret sauce to success

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BCIT alum Olivia Lovenmark smiles in production facility holding Duchess Cocktails

“It was frustrating to be told there wasn’t a market for my product, when I knew there was,” BCIT alum Olivia Lovenmark, CEO and Founder of Duchess Cocktails, describes the pushback she received from people in the industry when starting her premium bottled cocktail company in 2019. Despite being continually told that the alcohol space … Read more

From business to metal fabrication: Former MBA student follows her passion for trades

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Monique Song, BCIT Metal Fabricator Foundations Level Two student pictured during her apprenticeship.

Monique Song didn’t expect her life to dramatically pivot in 2019. In June of that year, after spending a year travelling and working in Australia, she received an ultimatum from her father: go back to her corporate career, find a husband, or take up a master’s degree. His demand wasn’t unexpected. Monique, the only daughter … Read more

5 tips to manage stress and develop healthy study practices during exam periods

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Preparing for mid-terms or final exams can be challenging, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. Taking care of your mental health and well-being can be a pillar for academic success. In addition to your current resilience routine, here are five tips to manage stress and develop healthy study practices: Take care of your body Our … Read more