Alum David Katz fights plastic pollution and poverty

With an entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to help lift the world’s poorest communities, BCIT alum David Katz founded Plastic Bank in 2013 with Co-Founder Shaun Frankson. A Vancouver-based social enterprise that builds recycling ecosystems in under-developed communities, Plastic Bank endeavours to fight plastic pollution and high poverty levels in developing countries. Read more.

New 'The Keepers of the Land' mural comes to life at BCIT

A new mural depicting a sea-and-sky scape of the traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh was recently 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 many pieces of prominent public art. The mural covers the wall of building NW6, overlooking the newly completed Beedie Plaza. Read more.

Computing alumnus offers career advice 10 years after graduating

BCIT alum Andrew Maledy is an Engineering Manager at Procore, a global organization with over 3,000 employees. He says that he still uses the skills he learned at BCIT 10 years ago. Andrew shares this career advice: "Focus on relationships. At the end of the day, how you work with others is as important as what you know. Be open, build trust with people, and always operate from a place of humility." Read more.

How a co-op led to a career as a heavy-duty mechanic

Four days after completing her Heavy Duty Truck Technology diploma, Kaiya Greenfield, Métis Nation, started her dream job as a service technician at Inland Kenworth, a commercial truck dealership.She got to know the culture and work-life at Kenworth through a 15-week paid co-op term which was part of her curriculum. Learning at the BCIT Motive Power Centre of Excellence and working at her co-op gave her the skills and experience needed to succeed. Read more.

BCIT welcomes new president, Dr. Jeff Zabudsky

Dr. Zabudsky joins BCIT at a time of exceptional growth as the Institute prepares to enter its 60th year of delivering applied, industry-focused education.Together with Dr. Zabudsky, the BCIT Board of Governors looks forward to further developing applied education opportunities for all learners. By reducing barriers and improving pathways to BCIT, the Institute will continue to deliver on its vision of empowering people, shaping BC, and inspiring global progress. Read more.

Are you an alum with a business?

Do you have an alumni-owned business? The Alumni Association wants to give you a boost! Apply to be included in the fourth-annual Alumni Holiday Market, an online shopping portal promoted to the entire BCIT community during November and December, just in time for the holiday gift-giving season. There is no cost to take part but space is limited. Apply here by Oct. 13.

Being a BCIT alum has its perks!   

Get access to amazing benefits exclusive to BCIT alumni. Download the free BCIT Alumni Perks app from Google Play or the App Store.

Take advantage of exciting offers from Bell Mobility, Sparkling Hill Resort, Fresh Prep, Vancouver Whitecaps and many more.

New Alumni Perks offer: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre  

Enjoy the wonders of space in Vancouver! BCIT alumni and a guest can now save 15% on general admission to the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre through the free BCIT Alumni Perks app. Visits include access to their gallery, a live science demonstration, and a show in the planetarium. Evening visits include time in the observatory. The centre also makes a great space for networking events. Learn more.

Special group rates on insurance through Manulife

Thinking about buying life insurance? As an alumnus, you have access to plans at group rates from our partner, Manulife. Choose from health and dental, life, travel, and critical insurance packages. Manulife makes it simple with plans that are easy to understand, apply for, and manage. Browse your insurance solutions to learn how easy it is to help protect yourself and loved ones. Learn more.

Alumni giving back

The Alumni Association is proud to support current and future BCIT alumni through awards, scholarships, and bursaries. In partnership with BCIT Foundation, we have awarded 1,090 student scholarships and bursaries totalling more than $1.48 million since 1985.

Whether giving of their time, talent, or treasure, our alumni shared without hesitation to help current students on their educational journeys. 

Learn about the INSPIRE Campaign and how you can help BCIT students achieve their dreams.