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#BCIT Annacis Island Campus recently held their 3rd Annual Heavy Mechanical Trades Career Fair with much success. This BCIT event was for both Foundation and Diploma students to meet with over 20 employers to learn more about career opportunities in trades and transportation. A special thank you to the employers and industry partners who participated in making this a great experience for #BCITstudents. Thank you! Hino Trucks, Leavitt Machinery, City of Vancouver, Cullen Western Star Trucks Ltd. Dieseltech Truck Repair & Fleet Maintenance, Emterra Environmental, Falcon Equipment Ltd. Finning, Hino Central, Inland Truck & Equipment, Lafarge Canada, MAN Energy Solutions, Penske Truck Leasing, Peterbilt Pacific PrairieCoast Equipment, Trailcon Leasing Inc., TransLink, Translink Walker Heavy Duty Ltd., Wesgroup Equipment, BMT Group Services BCIT School of Transportation British Columbia Institute of Technology BCITSA Steve Perry #BCITCareerFair #HeavyMechanicalTrades #BCITSchoolOfTransportation #Transportation #Trades #BCITProud

A transformative new scholarship opportunity is now available thanks to the generosity of Beedie Luminaries, a social-profit enterprise founded by developer and philanthropist Ryan Beedie, President of Beedie. The scholarship program, BUILD, plans to distribute over $5 million to 285+ students facing financial barriers to accessing education, and will include two scholarships funded by the RBC Women in Trades and Investment in Skills initiative. In its first year, #BUILD will support BCIT students seeking Red Seal certification. With its commitment of $500,000, Beedie Luminaries will bestow 25 select students in the Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, and Sheet Metal programs with up to $20,000 over four years to cover tuition and living expenses! On behalf of BCIT students, staff, and faculty, thank you Beedie Luminaries, and Ryan Beedie, for your continued partnership and dedication to BCIT. BCIT School of Construction and the Environment Marita Luk British Columbia Institute of Technology

Last week, donors, students, staff, and students gathered to celebrate Kiewit’s gift of $250,000 towards the BCIT INSPIRE Campaign which supports the next generation of tradespeople in BC in particular, those in the School of Construction and the Environment which is a leading contributor of trades, engineering, applied science, and natural science professionals in the province. In recognition of Kiewit’s generous donation, the BCIT Foundation is also pleased to announce the naming of the Kiewit Tool Room located in NE4 (Carpentry Building) at the Burnaby campus. The space will enhance learning for students in the innovative BCIT Carpentry program as it is the first trade to fully incorporate the BC Energy Step Code (ESC) into its curriculum. We are grateful to Kiewit for their generous donation to the INSPIRE Campaign and continued partnership for over 20 years. Kiewit’s gift supports enhanced learning experiences for trades students at BCIT and better prepares them to meet challenges in a complex world. As a donor and industry leader, you are inspiring students to achieve their dreams in becoming the leaders, innovators, and creators of tomorrow. #BCITProud Learn more: https://lnkd.in/de23cssf Kiewit BCIT School of Construction and the Environment British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT International Construction Management MSc. BCITSA BCIT Alumni Association #Kiewit #BCIT #BCITFoundation #INSPIRE #BCITSOCE

Meet Captain Tuba Akar, BSMTE, MM, Instructor, Nautical Sciences at BCIT Marine Campus. As the first female master mariner instructor at #BCIT, Tuba takes pride in paving the way for more women in this traditionally male-dominated field. #BCITProud Read more: http://bit.ly/3vafB93 British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT School of Construction and the Environment

A special thank you to the City of Vancouver's Councilor Christine Boyle, Councilor Lenny Zhou, and Councilor Adriane Carr for visiting the BCIT Centre for Applied Research and Innovation (CARI). BCIT Applied Research has been working with industry leaders and government partners for a span of 30 years now. It is home to the Centre for Internet of Things (IoT), the Rehabilitation Engineering Design Lab (REDLab), Advanced Additive Manufacturing Technology, and more . As a centre focused on cultivating quality research, applied learning, and supporting the future generation of researchers in BC, we're proud to highlight the work that takes place in and beyond the classroom. #BCITProud Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dbyPhB9J British Columbia Institute of Technology

Did you know that BCIT was ranked one of Canada's Greenest Employers by Canada's Top 100? Through holistic practices, BCIT fosters a holistic approach weaving equity, diversity, inclusivity, Indigenization, and sustainability. "A lot of people think sustainability is just about being green, but at BCIT, we don't separate green from the social justice agenda because they're inherently tied together." said Jennie Moore, Director, Institute Sustainability. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gBQ934x7

The BCIT Foundation would like to congratulate Dr. Justin Williams, PhD on his appointment as Associate Vice President of Academic at BCIT. In this role, Justin will provide leadership to a broad portfolio of programs and supports, and advise on academic planning, policy, and governance. Welcome to BCIT, Justin! Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gMe7g4dH 

Wishing everyone a relaxing, and restorative long weekend. Please note, the BCIT Foundation office is closed today, and will reopen Tuesday, April 2nd.

On March 28, you’re invited to join the Pride BCIT for International Transgender Day of Visibility! Whether you identify as transgender, an ally, or are simply curious to learn more, all are welcome to attend! Come celebrate, learn, and show your support at BCIT’s drop-in event for International Transgender Day of Visibility Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xlaVgV #BCITAlumni #BCITPride

Discover the process behind the project in a new Living Labs lecture on the Tall Timber Student Housing Project. Speakers Logan VanderVelde and Cole Edwards will discuss how an effective general contractor helps realize the vision of a construction project. For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/g9kkEMt8