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 2027 International Orientation Workshop Series

In our International Orientation Workshop Series we focus 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.

• November 3: Pre-Departure Checklist
• November 10: Housing Options for International Students
• November 17: Travel to Canada Guide
• November 24: Medical Insurance Overview for International Students
• December 1: Getting Set Up in BC
• December 15: International Orientation: Welcome Presentation (online)
• December 29: Introduction to Canada

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.

Winter 2027 International Orientation Events

We are excited to welcome our new international students to BCIT for Winter 2027! Orientation starts with a series of online International Orientation workshops starting in November 2026.

In the weeks leading up to term start, additional International Orientation events will be offered both on campus and online. Please see the tentative schedule below. Additional information including how to register will be added to this page approximately 2 months before these events.  Note that attendance is optional.

• January 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm –  International Peer Mentoring Kickoff Event (for students accepted into the International Peer Mentoring program)

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