BCIT strongly supports and encourages the use of approved vaccines, cited by Canadian health officials and the World Health Organization as one of our strongest tools in the fight against COVID-19.
BCIT transitioning to primarily online classes as of Wed, March 18. Given the hands-on and practical nature of BCIT’s unique and industry-based programming, this transition has been complex and multi-faceted. Read all details at
BCIT Fish, Wildlife and Recreation (FWR) program head Danny Catt has travelled with
@MargaretAtwood
for over 19 years, supporting literacy and wildlife along the way.
#WorldLiteracyDay
#Sept8
Due to severe winter conditions across the Lower Mainland, all BCIT campuses are CLOSED today, January 15. All classes are cancelled – including full and part-time classes. Continue to stay safe out there!
@NEWS1130
@GlobalBC
@CTV
#snowday
Save the date! Let’s get ready to celebrate the Class of 2020. Join us online with a celebratory video hosted by
@sophielui
. We’re looking forward to honouring our grads, be sure to tune in at 10AM PST on June 23 at
From nurses to medical lab technicians, biomedical engineering technologists to public health inspectors, BCIT Health Science grads have helped keep us safe in a time of uncertainty. We are so proud of all of you. Thanks for everything you continue to do.
We're thrilled to announce that BCIT President Kathy Kinloch has been inducted into the 2018 Women’s Executive Network (
@WXN
) Top 100 Hall of Fame. She is being recognized for leading organizational renewal in complex environments. Congratulations, Kathy!
Every evening at 7pm, the city of Vancouver comes together to applaud our healthcare workers. No matter where you are in the city we encourage you to get involved today!
Due to winter conditions across the Lower Mainland, all BCIT campuses are CLOSED on January 17. All in-person classes and exams are cancelled. If your class or work is available online, this closure does not impact you.
For updates, please view
Big announcement this morning at
#BCIT
. Minister
@HarjitSajjan
and BC Minister
@ShaneLSimpson
sharing the news about new federal and provincial agreements worth $2.7 billion over six years to support training and employment opportunities for British Columbians.
@Labour_ESDC
All classes will be suspended on Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17 and students can expect to receive further instruction via email in the coming days.
In the first episode of Fireweed, a new podcast from
#BCIT
, we talk to Humboldt Bronco player Ryan Straschnitzki (
@rstraz_
) about life after the crash, learning to navigate a world that wasn’t built for him in a wheelchair. Listen here:
A big thank you to
@jjhorgan
@melaniejmark
and
@KahlonRav
for stopping by the BCIT Annacis Island Campus today. The event was held to announce a grant that will help make life more affordable for BC students. You can read more about it here:
Weather Update Feb 12: BCIT is CLOSED today.
Due to winter conditions across the Lower Mainland, all BCIT campuses are CLOSED today, February 12. All classes are cancelled and all BCIT buildings and services are closed.
We have an exciting week ahead of us! On Friday, September 20, the United Nations
@HeForShe
#GetFree
tour will be stopping at BCIT. Hear from some amazing guest speakers live-streamed in the Great Hall and make the
#HeForShe
pledge:
We want to thank
@GlobalBC
for their generous donation to the Broadcast and Journalism program. Your commitment to our students will help prepare them for a successful future in journalism.
Due to winter conditions across the Lower Mainland, all BCIT campuses will be CLOSED on January 18. All in-person classes and exams are cancelled. If your class or work is available online, this closure does not impact you.
For updates, please view
This week we honoured our graduating Indigenous students at the
@bcit_indigenous
Honouring Our Leaders ceremony. With 100+ attendees, live music, dance performances, and lots of smiling faces, it was a night to remember. Congratulations to the graduates & welcome to
@BCITAlumni
!
We understand that this is a significant change in our program delivery and there will be questions and details to be determined as this process rolls out. We ask for and appreciate your patience as we deliver on this transition in this rapidly evolving situation.
At the
#BCIT
Applied Mass Timber Build open house this morning,
@AnneKangMLA
announced $250,000 to support BCIT to develop additional programming, building on the success of the new construction of mass timber structures associate certificate. Learn more:
Congratulations to
@Korywilson
(Kwakwaka’wakw) for being recognized as one of BIV’s BC 500 Business Leaders for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Learn more:
#BC500
"For almost 55 years, BCIT faculty and staff have provided students with an exceptional, applied learning experience anchored in a deep understanding of and connection with industry across B.C.’s key economic sectors. Our 2020/21 programming will be no exception."
Our our first full week of remote learning and working is now complete. Kudos to all the instructors and students for their patience and resilience over the last few weeks. Hear from President Kathy Kinloch on this busy week
This is what a leader looks like. Meet Jason Zanatta, President & CEO of Novo Textiles &
@bcit
alumnus. He's retooling his operations to make N95 respirators in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Thank you, Jason!
#BCITProud
#alumni
#covid19
Aligned with the afternoon update from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, BCIT is introducing temporary COVID-19 travel-restrictions and self-isolation requirement
Delighted to share that we’ve created a fast-track education course to help our front line healthcare workers. Since the program’s soft-launch last week, nearly 4000 healthcare workers have registered across Canada and the US! Read more here:
BCIT stands with the 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities. In response to the anti-SOGI protests today, we acknowledge that this event may adversely impact members of our community. We will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment toward our community members.
Congratulations to
@KoryWilson
BCIT Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships, for being recognized as one of Vancouver
@BoardofTrade
Wendy McDonald Diversity Award recipients.
BCIT President Kathy Kinloch shares Institute response to COVID-19. The health and safety of all BCIT staff, students, and faculty is our number one priority.
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced comprehensive support for post-secondary students and recent graduates affected by
#COVID19
. Eligible students can receive $1,250 from May until August. Get the details:
Just look at how happy Lily is in her new wheelchair!
With approximately 5.9 million dogs in Canada, an estimated 1 in 5 suffer from osteoarthritis. In fact, aging dogs face many of the same health issues that people face 🐶
#doggo
"The best leaders empower the people around them” - BCIT partnered with the
@bcitsa
to send 21 future student leaders to an inspirational Conversation with
@BarackObama
hosted by the
@BoardofTrade
🙌
BCIT is proud to announce the opening of an Ecocity Centre of Excellence that will advance applied research, training, and guidance in support of cities becoming ecologically sustainable. A true legacy piece from
#Ecocity2019
.
@CityofVancouver
@ecocity2019
Building Indigeneity into the curricula at Canadian post-secondary schools requires more than just introducing Indigenous history and knowledge.
#BCIT
's Kory Wilson talks more about reconciliation in post-secondary education here:
Winter 2021 semester update: Given the recognized success of our current delivery model, coupled with rising COVID-19 case numbers in many regions and countries, we will maintain the status quo for the Winter term. Read the full update on BCIT News
BCIT campuses are OPEN today. All classes and exams will proceed as scheduled. Due to inclement road conditions, we recommend allotting extra time for your commute, and wearing appropriate winter apparel.
Weather Update: Feb 4, 12:30 pm - BCIT is CLOSED
Due to winter conditions across the Lower Mainland, all BCIT campuses will close today at 12:30 pm. All classes and exams are cancelled for the remainder of the day.
New update by 5:30 am, Feb 5:
A multi-purpose learning centre and collaboration space centred in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s technology and business district, the new Tech Collider at the
#BCIT
Downtown Campus will connect students and industry to solve real-world challenges.
Proud of the amazing work done by the High Performance Building Lab team at BCIT as they unveil the Zero Emisions Building exhibit at
@scienceworldca
- be sure to check it out as it’ll be there until December!
#sustainability
#ecocity2019
@BCITSoCE
Congratulations to
#BCIT
Applied Research for receiving Gold in the Applied Research and Innovation Excellence category of the 2021 Awards of Excellence presented by the CICan (
@CollegeCan
). Read more about this amazing accomplishment here:
Know before you visit BCIT: wear a mask and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Effective immediately, BCIT strongly recommends that all staff, faculty, students, and visitors wear a non-medical mask in all indoor common areas across BCIT campuses.
We are proud to announce that
#BCIT
has been named one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2023 by Forbes for the second consecutive year. As one of BC’s largest post-secondary institutes, BCIT is committed to being a people-first organization. Read here:
BCIT Alumni Jamie Haakons and wife have been using their hobby to help our frontline heroes. Using their own 3D printer they've made frames for face shields as well ear savers! You guys rock!
#BCITPROUD
#BCIT
is proud to announce that
@CNRailway
has generously donated a $475,000 locomotive to the Institute. Thank you to
@CNRailway
for the kind contribution. Students in the Railway program can look forward to enhanced hands-on training and learning.
BCIT campuses are OPEN today, November 30. All classes and exams will proceed as scheduled. Winter driving conditions are in effect. Allocate extra time for your commute and wearing appropriate winter apparel. Follow for updates on campus conditions.
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science and at
#BCIT
we recognize and celebrate the role of science in our everyday lives. We continue to support the future generations of young women and encourage them to pursue their interests in this field.
As we celebrate Pride Week, it's a good time to remind everyone that we have resources available all year round. Visit the BCIT Pride resources page to learn about how we're committed to supporting you
#BCITPride
Green jobs are everywhere and we’re just as passionate as you are about sustainability. See what programs can help you fulfill your dreams in the green space:
A huge congratulations to Michelle Wan, our 2019 BCIT Outstanding Student Leadership Award. Our graduates make us so unbelievably proud.
#wearebcit
#bcitalumni
@BCITAlumni
BCIT is making reusable, non-medical masks available to our community at no cost. If you are a BCIT student you may claim your mask at Safety, Security and Emergency Management at any campus location, available on a first-come, first-served basis.