Caroline Dépatie appointed Associate Dean, Natural Resources and Environment

Dr. Caroline Dépatie, BPE, MA, PhD is the newly-appointed Associate Dean of Natural Resources and Environment in the BCIT School of Construction and the Environment (SOCE). Caroline is originally from Montreal, the unceded Indigenous land of the Kanien’kehá:ka/Mohawk, known as a gathering place of meeting and exchange amongst Nations. She has lived on ancestral Coast … Read more

BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships honours President Kathy Kinloch

On May 24, 2022, BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships honoured President Kathy Kinloch for her 8-year contribution to BCIT and in guiding BCIT’s commitment to taking authentic, sustainable actions that build awareness and understanding around Truth, Reconciliation, Indigenization, the legacy of Colonization, and the contemporary reality of Canada and Indigenous people. “We are very grateful … Read more

National Nursing Week: Honouring nurses in the community

BCIT National Nursing Week

This year’s National Nursing Week – May 9 to 15 – recognizes nurses in a patient’s healthcare journey. As reflected in the theme #WeAnswerTheCall, National Nursing Week is an occasion to honour nurses and their dedication, resilience, and compassion in caring for the community. “This sort of acknowledgment and support is important,” says Shelley Fraser, … Read more

James Bourget recognized by VRCA for Excellence in Education Leadership

James Bourget, BCIT instructor and Principal at RDH Building Science was recognized by the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) with the Award of Excellence for Outstanding Achievement in Education Leadership at the 32nd annual VRCA Awards of Excellence gala at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. James has been a pillar for zero energy and zero … Read more

Be your own inspiration: BCIT student Mitchell Garrett is an accessibility advocate

BCIT student Mitchell Garrett is an accessibility advocate

BCIT Marketing Communications student Mitchell Garrett is a goal keeper, not just on the ice playing para hockey but in every aspect of his life — from crafting a new career to advocating for people with disabilities. “No matter what situation you’re in, you have to have a next step,” explains Mitchell. “I always have a … Read more

Ask a Woman in Engineering: What are your hopes for the future of engineering?

Artificial intelligence. Cybersecurity. Robotics. If the prospect of working with new and developing technologies to solve real-world problems inspires you, a future in engineering may be right for you. BCIT is a leader in preparing graduates for careers in engineering, technology, and trades in the oil and gas, manufacturing, process, telecommunication, and renewable energy industry … Read more

Computer Information Technology alum’s journey in becoming a CIO: “You need to work smarter, not harder.”

Matthew Hui knew early on that he had a knack for the business side of Information Technology. Despite being only 25, he’s already a Director of Business Strategy. But Matthew has bigger goals, like becoming a Chief Information Officer and a member of Forbes’ 30 Under 30. And he’s trying to achieve all this while … Read more

BCIT launches its inaugural People Vision

Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at BCIT. In a complex and uncertain world, BCIT aims to ensure its people are developing while feeling valued, supported, and connected. BCIT’s inaugural People Vision describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect of our people—those who make BCIT distinct and are at … Read more

How the people of BCIT made an impact in 2021

It’s no secret – BCIT cares deeply about its community. As one of the tenets behind the Institute’s Strategic Vision, BCIT is committed to strengthening and improving the lives of those who work and learn at BCIT. We are proud to celebrate the positive impact our community is making in the world – from reducing … Read more

Waterways in our communities: World Rivers Day 2021

World Rivers Day

Millions of people and thousands of events, both physical and virtual, will mark World Rivers Day 2021 on Sunday, September 26 in what has become one of the largest environmental celebrations on the planet. With many of the world’s rivers in a degraded state and facing increasing pressures associated with pollution, industrial development, and climate … Read more