Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced over $1.5 million in federal support for three projects focusing on the advancement of prefabricated wood construction in the province of British Columbia. These investments are aimed at promoting construction using Canadian wood and driving sustainable innovation in the forestry and construction sectors. … Read more
Student mental health and wellbeing plays a critical role in learning and success. Managing the demands of a polytechnic education while balancing work and personal life can be both rewarding and challenging. Recognizing this and the need for a proactive approach to supporting students, BCIT recently launched the Student Wellbeing Action Plan (‘Action Plan’) and … Read more
BCIT Big Info Night is a must-attend event for anyone considering their future in post-secondary education. Taking place at the Burnaby Campus on February 19, 2025, from 4-7 pm, Big Info is the largest program expo and information session at BCIT. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse programs and resources available at … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This marks the 15th consecutive year in which BCIT has earned this special designation, following its recent inclusion on Forbes’ list of Canada’s Best Employers 2025. Being recognized as one of BC’s Top … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is proud to once again be named to Forbes’ prestigious list of Canada’s Best Employers 2025. This marks the fifth consecutive year that BCIT has been named among the nation’s top employers, a testament to its unwavering commitment to fostering vibrant and inclusive communities that enhance experiences of … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is proud to share its new Strategic Plan for 2025–2030: Future Ready: Student Success for a Complex World. As the only polytechnic in BC with a unique provincial mandate to prepare career-ready graduates for a dynamic workforce, this Plan reaffirms BCIT’s dedication to student success. “BCIT has long … Read more
September 10, 2024 (Richmond, BC) – The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and the Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences (CASTL), in partnership with the Province of BC and the Government of Canada, are revolutionizing life sciences training in British Columbia (BC) with the first-of-its-kind BC Biomanufacturing Training Facility (BCBTF). Representatives … Read more
BCIT is excited to share that Omair Quraishi (he/him) will be joining the Institute as the new Associate Vice President, Digital Transformation and Chief Information Officer (CIO) beginning June 2024. Coinciding with this announcement, Sunny Jassal (he/him) will begin in a new role at BCIT as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), also transitioning in June. … Read more
Post-secondary education is increasingly crucial for individuals looking to stay in-demand in a rapidly evolving workforce. The 2023 Labour Market Outlook for BC showed the province is expected to have almost one million job openings between now and 2033. About 75% of these job openings will require some level of post-secondary education or training. Choosing … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Petrie as the Vice President of External at the Institute. In this permanent role, Cynthia will champion the Institute’s vision and mission, providing executive leadership to a broad portfolio of departments including Advancement, Marketing and Communications, Stakeholder Relations, and Indigenous … Read more