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BCIT participates in C2R2 project focused on resilient housing and upskilling

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BCIT Burnaby campus in spring.

Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) announced today a new national project, Resilient Housing and Upskilling for Canada’s Communities, to support workforce development in Indigenous and rural communities across Canada. This C2R2 project is designed to facilitate community workforce planning for communities by bringing organizations together from across industries and sectors, identifying high-growth employment … Read more

BCIT alumna Molly Hudson inspires progress as VP of Sustainability and first woman Chief Forester at Mosaic Forest Management

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bcit alumna molly hudson poses in hard hat and vest in forest

From a tree planter nearly two decades ago to her new role as Vice President of Sustainability and Chief Forester at Mosaic Forest Management, Molly Hudson carved an uncharted path in an industry traditionally dominated by men. “Being the first woman chief forester in our organization’s history has some symbolism to it,” shares Molly, who … Read more

We Will Always Remember: Inspiring Canadians to act toward Reconciliation

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We Will Always Remember campaign

Truth and Reconciliation is not only the work of governments and communities but it is the work of all of us as Canadians. It is about having the courage to challenge the status quo, and to re-envision education and the type of society we share. Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange … Read more

BCIT alum David Katz created social recycling to fight plastic pollution and poverty

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Plastic Bank CEO and Chair David Katz sitting among plastic pollution

In Canada, discarded single-use plastic containers—shampoo bottles, water bottles, plastic bags—can be found everywhere, heaped in recycling bins, strewn on sidewalks, and left on park benches. For most of us in the developed world, plastic has minimal value beyond the immediate, short-lived convenience it provides. But for many in some of the poorest parts of … Read more

New ‘The Keepers of the Land’ mural comes to life at the BCIT Burnaby Campus

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Artist works on the new Keepers of the Land Mural at BCIT

The ‘Keepers of the Land’ mural A major new mural depicting a sea and sky-scape of the traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh will soon be unveiled at BCIT’s Burnaby Campus. The beautiful piece entitled ‘The Keepers of the Land’ is by Kelly Cannell, an artist from the Musqueam Nation who has produced … Read more

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

BCIT receives funding to help raise electric vehicle (EV) awareness in underrepresented communities

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A picture of a large solar panel used as a charging station for electric vehicles at the BCIT Burnaby Campus.

BCIT receives funding from the Minister of Natural Resources Through the Natural Resources Canada (NRCAN)’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI), the Minister of Natural Resources announced a combined federal investment totalling nearly $5.9 million in 28 organizations across Canada to undertake zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) awareness projects. This funding hopes to support Canadians in understanding the … Read more

Juggling it all: 3 BCIT alumni moms share advice on career success and parenthood

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BCIT alumna Susanne Muldon sits between two of her teenage daughters smiling

In recognition of BCIT alumni mothers and all that they do, we’re sharing the advice and inspiring stories of three alumni moms who are excelling in their careers. These alums working in construction, real estate, and business, demonstrate that the skills required to succeed at BCIT—including time management, collaboration, and commitment—are just as transferrable to … Read more