International Orientation

To help you prepare to succeed in your studies at BCIT, the International Student Centre hosts International Orientation events each term. These events are free and highly recommended for new international students. Please note that registration is required for all events as capacity may be limited. Additional event details will be provided to registrants.

It’s important to understand that International Orientation is separate from BCIT Kick Start and mandatory program orientations.

Winter 2026 International Orientation Workshop Series

Our International Orientation Workshop Series spans from October to February, focusing on one important topic per session ranging from housing to medical insurance to working in Canada. View the sessions below and click the links to register for any which you would like to attend.

• October 28: Pre-Departure Checklist
• November 4: Housing Options
• November 17: Medical Insurance Overview
• November 25: Travel to Canada Guide
• December 9: Navigating Metro Vancouver
• December 17: Getting Set Up in BC
• January 6: All About MSP: BC’s Provincial Health Care
• January 13: Working in Canada 101
• January 20: Stress Management and Wellness Resources
• January 27: Intro to the Post-Graduation Work Permit
• February 3: Academic Supports & Policies

All workshops are delivered online via Microsoft Teams. Upon registration, you will receive the unique link for the workshop.

Recorded versions of the workshops are not available. However, if you are unable to attend any session be aware that most of the material being presented can also be found within our International Students website.

In addition to our online workshop series we will have in-person on-campus events at our Burnaby campus during the week of August 25-29.

Winter 2026 International Orientation Events

We are excited to welcome our new international students to BCIT for Winter 2026! Click the links to register for any which you would like to attend. Note that attendance is optional.

• December 30 – International Orientation – Welcome Presentation (online)
• January 7 – International Peer Mentoring Kickoff Event (Burnaby campus)

Other Online Orientation Resources

Introducing BCIT’s Student Success Hub

BCIT Kick Start video

Additional Resources

1. BCIT Student Success Hub
2. BCIT Campus Tours
3. Next Steps for New Students
4. BCIT Kick Start & Program Orientation
5. BCIT Indigenous Awareness Course
6. BCIT Respect, Diversity, and Inclusion (RDI)
7. BCIT English Language Support Services
8. Counselling & Student Development
9. BCIT Student Association (BCITSA)
10. WelcomeBC