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International International Orientation International Student Centre
International Orientation – Welcome Presentation (online)
Aug19
Join International Student Centre staff for this informative online orientation presentation specifically designed for new international students. Topics covered will include: Study permits, co-op work permits & immigration regulations Medical…
12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
International Orientation – Activity Day
Aug26
Enjoy a day of fun activities on campus with other new BCIT students from around the world! This event will be a great opportunity to make social connections with new…
10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
International Orientation – New to Canada Workshop
Aug27
This interactive in-person workshop is part of our fall 2025 International Orientation series and will introduce and explore topics about Canada, navigating life in Vancouver, and about Canadian culture. The…
2:00 PM TO 4:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
Working in Canada 101
Sep9
Join International Student Centre staff for this online workshop that will cover: Work eligibility for international students Differences between on-campus, off-campus, and co-op work Relevant updates from IRCC Resources to…
12:00 PM TO 12:30 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
International Orientation – How to Optimize your Job Search (Downtown campus)
Sep16
This in-person workshop introduces tips and effective strategies to help international students find employment and get their careers started in Canada. This workshop will held at BCIT's downtown campus (Room…
1:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
International Orientation – How to Optimize your Job Search (Burnaby campus)
Sep19
This in-person workshop introduces tips and effective strategies to help international students find employment and get their careers started in Canada. This workshop will be held at BCIT's Burnaby campus…
12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
Mind, Body, Balance: Wellness Resources for International Students
Sep23
Join us for a conversation about mental health and well-being, and learn more about support resources available to international students at BCIT. Participants will also be able to share and…
12:00 PM TO 12:30 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
Academic Supports & Policies
Oct7
This workshop intends to inform international students of the various academic supports available at BCIT to give them the best chance of success. It also provides a basic overview of…
12:00 PM TO 12:30 PM
Access & Transfer Alumni Applied & Natural Sciences Applied Research Awards or Ceremony Business & Media Campus Tours Computing & Information Technology Conference Days of Observance Engineering Exploration & Preparation Health Sciences Indigenous Info Sessions International International Orientation International Student Centre Library and Learning Commons Microcredential Online Information Sessions Open BCIT School of Business School of Computing & Academic Studies School of Construction & the Environment School of Energy School of Health Sciences School of Transportation Special Event Student Events Trades & Apprenticeship Trades Entry Assessment
Big Info
Oct8
Big Info is the largest program expo and information session at BCIT. It’s your chance to find out about all our programs – from business and media, computing and IT, engineering,…
4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM
International International Orientation International Student Centre
Intro to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Oct14
This online workshop is designed to provide international students with a basic overview of IRCC's post-graduation work permit program, including eligibility requirements and how the duration is calculated.
12:00 PM TO 12:30 PM
You’ll receive an excellent, internationally-recognized education to help you succeed in the real world.
