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The difference you make

When you give to BCIT, you’re investing in more than education. You’re investing in the future of British Columbia.

Behind every gift is a story of transformation. Donor generosity changes lives and those lives, in turn, help shape the future of our province.

44%

Of BCIT students say financial barriers threaten their ability to continue their studies.

2,100+

BCIT students have received awards in 2024/25.

$2.9M+

In awards aimed at easing financial burden has been granted to BCIT students in 2024/25.

3,900+

Donors gave over $129 million towards access and inclusion, teaching and learning innovation, and campus redevelopment in the last 10 years.

How your support transforms lives

Watch our Celebration of Impact 2025 video to see how donor support is making a difference at BCIT. Your contributions empower students to thrive and create meaningful change in their communities and industries.

Changing lives through giving

News from the BCIT Foundation

Explore recent stories from the BCIT Foundation that highlight how donor support is changing lives and shaping the future.

Powering the Next Generation of Nuclear Medicine Trailblazers

February 17, 2026

BCIT Foundation and INITIO Medical Group came together to celebrate BCIT’s Nuclear Medicine students and highlight the critical role industry...

Diane Kennedy: Advancing women in engineering at BCIT

January 13, 2026

As a champion for women in engineering, Diane Kennedy was a catalyst in launching the Electrical Engineering program at BCIT...

BCIT’s INSPIRE Campaign: Transforming the future of applied education

November 13, 2025

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has officially surpassed its ambitious $125 million fundraising goal through the INSPIRE Campaign—the...

Celebration of Impact: Empowering students, honouring donors

October 28, 2025

On October 23, the BCIT community gathered to honour student excellence, donor generosity, and the legacy of leadership at the...

Dr. Andrew Chan and Dr. Elaine She: Championing education and opportunity

September 11, 2025

Retired dentists, Dr. Andrew Chan and Dr. Elaine She, never attended the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and only...

Philanthropy builds community: Tall Timber Student Housing opens with donor support

September 3, 2025

When BCIT students move into the new 12-storey Tall Timber Student Housing, they are stepping into more than just a...

Mott Electric Pavilion

BCIT announces new Mott Electric Pavilion, enhancing skills training experience for trades students in BC

May 7, 2025

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Mott Electric announced the naming of the new Mott Electric Pavilion at...

Financial Wellness for Trades Workers Conference

BCIT’s conference helps trades students build financial futures

April 8, 2025

On April 4, BCIT trades students learned about smart financial planning as part of their trades education and how to...