Congratulations to the BCIT Marketing and Communications department for taking home multiple Awards of Excellence at the 2023 Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) National Gala Conference. Season two of the Fireweed podcast was awarded with Silver in the category of Best Multimedia Project and the 2021-2022 Year in Review publication received Bronze in the category … Read more
According to WorkBC’s 2022 Labour Market Report, more than one million job openings (1,017,000) are expected in British Columbia over the next decade. Five industries will generate about half of all jobs over the next ten years—with Healthcare and Social Assistance, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, and Construction at the top of the list. Trying … Read more
BCIT International student Joey Lam decided to move from Hong Kong to enrol at BCIT because of the 88% employment rate for BCIT diploma graduates, as well as the practical and relevance of its Radio Arts and Entertainment program. Joey shares her decision to embark on this educational journey with BCIT. Q: Why did you … Read more
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
In recognition of National Nursing Week, we’re shining a light on Nav Padda (née Kalkat) BCIT Nursing alumna and instructor at the BCIT School of Health Sciences. Nav shares her unique story—her career journey, personal hardships, and how she found a new passion in the classroom. — Nav was forced to grow up fast. At … Read more
The BCIT Respect, Diversity, and Inclusion Office has been awarded $50,000 by Canada Research Chairs Program (CRCP) to address systemic barriers. This $50,000, investment combined with BCIT’s commitment of $12,500, will be used to assist BCIT with responding to the Accessible British Columbia Act (ABCA) and will provide for the ability to hire an EDI … Read more
Each year, the world comes together on Earth Day to draw attention to our collective responsibility and help accelerate the transition to an equitable, prosperous green economy. BCIT shares this commitment. Our Sustainability Vision aims to enable people to live socially-just lives within ecological limits. To mark this worldwide event, here are nine highlights on how … Read more
Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. We are committed to ensuring our people — those who make BCIT distinct, are developing while feeling valued, supported, and connected. BCIT is a people-first organization. We aim to celebrate our employees by sharing their stories through … Read more
BCIT is honoured to have been voted first place in the Continuing Studies Institution category of the annual Stars of Vancouver Readers’ Choice Awards from Vancouver is Awesome. This award recognizes the strength of BCIT in providing industry-focused and flexible upskilling options to help learners quickly advance into in-demand jobs in Canada. Historically, Continuing studies … Read more
According to Engineers Canada, only 20% of newly licensed engineers in Canada identify as women. In support of building an inclusive future in engineering, BCIT is hosting an Engineering Panel Event and Info Session on March 29 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm PDT. The panel features notable alumnae and students who will share their career … Read more