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October 26 - Help veterans by texting
During the month of October just text the word “Legion” to 20222 to make a five dollar donation going directly to scholarships and bursaries for veterans attending BCIT.
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September 8, 2011 - Royal Canadian Legion BC / Yukon Command sponsors the Legion Military Skills Conversion Program at BCIT
BCIT and the Royal Canadian Legion BC / Yukon Command entered into a 4 year sponsorship agreement in August 2011 to help BCIT develop its military program. With the Legion's donation, more opportunities and advanced placement pathways will be developed for military members looking to return to post secondary. Sponsorship money will also be used towards providing scholarships and bursaries for current and former military members attending BCIT through the program.
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April 14, 2011 - The Honour House Skills Conversion Program visits the Washington National Guard
The Honour Houses Skills Conversion program was invited by colleagues at the University of Washington and representatives from the J9 group at the Washington National Guard to learn more about the LingFit program and to learn more about the educational and transitional needs of their troops. The Honour House Skills Conversion program was also joined by three graduating Human Resource Management diploma students who are doing their directed studies project on the World of Work Inventory (WOWI) career assessment test.
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March 15, 2011 - Canadian Forces Liaison Council honours BCIT for support to the Canadian Forces Reserve Force
The Canadian Forces Liaison Council (CFLC) today presented awards recognizing the support given by Metro Vancouver businesses and educational institutions to Canadian Forces (CF) Reserve personnel. "I commend British Columbia's 2011 recipients of the annual CFLC Support Awards," said Mr. Shepherd. "That they have received this award is a testament to the fact that these employers have stepped up and made real commitments to help support Canada's Reserve Forces - its citizen soldiers, sailors, and air personnel. These award recipients have proven that they value the traits and qualities of our reservists, and that they stand behind our men and women in uniform."
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January 25, 2011 - World of Work Inventory (WOWI) career assessment test now available
The Work of Work Inventory is an online career assessment test that measures interests, abilities, aptitudes, and personality and takes others factors into account as well. It is an expert system designed to give a customized list of occupations specifically suited to the individual's unique profile. To get more information or to request to take the test, please email the Honour House Skills Conversion Program.
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