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School of Construction and the Environment

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The School of Construction and the Environment is concerned with the natural environment, the built environment and the relationship between them.
As the leading contributor of trades, engineering, and applied and natural sciences professionals in the province of British Columbia, the School offers over 90 full-time / flexible learning programs, over 272 flexible learning courses, microcredentials, customized training and applied research from where you will gain the knowledge and skills to address the issues of today while planning for tomorrow.

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ADVANCING SAFETY CULTURE AT BCIT AND ACROSS THE PROVINCE OF BC

New BCIT Construction Safety Videos available online

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) School of Construction and the Environment (SOCE) is proud to introduce its new Construction Safety Videos on the BCIT Safety in Construction and Environment webpage for BCIT faculty, staff, students and for others in the construction industry to use in the province of British Columbia.

BCIT is committed to conducting all activities in a manner that protects the health and safety of employees, students, and visitors. It endeavours to provide safe tools, materials, equipment, and processes for work and study by meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements for occupational health and safety. The goal is to have an accident free and healthy environment in which to work and learn.

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BCIT Engineering students win big at the Troitsky Bridge Building Competition

Congratulations to the BCIT Bridge Building Club on their first-place overall finish and wins in the Highest Ultimate Load Carrying Capacity and Highest Structural Efficiency categories at the 41st Troitsky...

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9 in-demand trades jobs in BC for 2025 and beyond

Nearly every sector in the market is experiencing a rapid shift in skilled labour. According to the latest BC’s Labour Market Outlook Report, more than one million job openings are...

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4 ways BCIT supports women in trades and engineering

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is proud to highlight some of the many resources available to support women in trades. Whether you’re...

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Our People: Meet Shawna Waberi, Program Head, Mineral Exploration and Mining

Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. We are committed to ensuring our people — those who make BCIT...

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8 takeaways from the 2024 BC Labour Market Outlook Report

The 2024 BC Labour Market Outlook Report is a window into the future of our province’s workforce. The comprehensive report, covering 2024-2034, offers insights into the demand for future labour...

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