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SUMMARY:2026 BCIT Alumni Association Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Feature Presentation
DESCRIPTION:BCIT alumni are invited to attend the BCIT Alumni Association’s 2026 BCIT Alumni Association Annual General Meeting and Feature Presentation on Thursday\, June 4\, 2026. \nJoin fellow alumni for an engaging evening of networking\, learning\, and community. Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments\, update your professional headshot at our photobooth\, and gain valuable insights from a dynamic leadership presentation designed to inspire you at every stage of your career. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, June 4\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\nLocation: BCIT Tech Collider\, Downtown Campus\, 2nd Floor\, 555 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nPrice: Free\nDress: Business Casual \nComplimentary food and drinks will be provided. \nRegister by May 28\, 2026 \n\nAnnual General Meeting\nDuring the AGM\, members will be asked to vote on a set of proposed bylaw updates. \nTo support informed participation\, we encourage all alumni to review the full details in advance: \nView proposed bylaw updates \n  \nSubmit Your Questions in Advance \nAlumni are invited to submit questions about the proposed bylaw updates ahead of the AGM. Submitted questions may be addressed during the meeting. \nSubmit a question \n\nSummary of proposed bylaw changes\nThe updates introduce a small number of targeted revisions to improve clarity and accuracy in the Association’s governance\, while preserving its purpose and member rights. \nWhat remains unchanged: \n\nThe Association’s purpose and mandate\nOne class of voting membership\nNo annual membership dues\nMembers elect Directors\nDirectors and officers serve on a volunteer basis\nAssociation funds are used solely to advance its purpose\n\nWhat is being updated: \n\nMembership definition: Clarifies a BCIT credential as a minimum of 15 credits (no change to member rights or eligibility)\nBoard composition: Provides clarity on Board structure\, including elected and appointed Directors\, a Student Association representative\, and the immediate Past President\nCommittee leadership: Formalizes the Board’s role in appointing Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs\n\nThese updates are intended to ensure the bylaws remain clear\, accurate\, and reflective of current practices. \n\nDetailed Agenda\n5:00 p.m. – Registration\, Networking Reception\, and Complimentary Headshot Photobooth\n6:00 p.m. – AGM and Feature Presentation\n7:45 p.m. – Dessert Reception \n\nFeature Presentation\nLeadership Excellence – Leading with Purpose at Every Stage of Your Career \nLeadership is not defined by title\, tenure\, or age. It is shaped by values\, decisions\, and the ability to inspire others through change. \nSPEAKERS \nMike Battistel\, President\, Cascadia Windows & Doors\nArchitectural Building Engineering Technology\, 2019 \nMike Battistel is an industry innovator and president of Cascadia Windows & Doors who has led his company to earn over 50 industry awards and a top 10 ranking among the most innovative companies in British Columbia by BC Business. Under his leadership\, Cascadia has become known for Net Zero Building Technology and for developing some of the highest environmentally sustainable performance building envelope products in the industry. A proud BCIT alumnus of the Carpentry and Architectural Building Technology programs\, Mike has hired over 400 BCIT graduates and volunteers on the BCIT Alumni Association board of directors. \nAndy and Jessica Nguyen\, Co-founders\, Bak’d Cookies \nAndy and Jessica Nguyen are the sibling co-founders of BAK’D Cookies\, a Metro Vancouver brand built on resilience and complementary entrepreneurial leadership. Launched during the early days of the COVID pandemic\, the business emerged when Jessica’s post-graduation plans shifted and Andy\, then a teenage baker\, turned his passion for food science into opportunity. Together\, they combined strategy and creativity to grow BAK’D from home-baked batches into a beloved cookie brand. Jessica leads business strategy\, branding\, and partnerships\, while Andy drives product development and operations. Their people-first\, community-focused approach culminated in the opening of BAK’D’s New Westminster storefront in 2024. \nCarolynn Ryan\, Senior Vice-President\, People & Chief Human Resources Officer\, BC Hydro\nHuman Resource Management\, 1998 \nCarolynn Ryan is an accomplished and versatile human resources leader with 25+ years’ experience in human resource\, organizational\, change and talent management disciplines including recruitment\, job evaluation\, learning\, compensation\, employment equity\, and human rights. \nAs the Senior Vice-President\, People & Chief Human Resources Officer at BC Hydro\, Carolynn lives by the motto “lead\, learn\, share” recognizing that when we lead by example\, learn from one another are open to sharing our knowledge and experience\, we all grow. \nCarolynn has a Master of Industrial Relations\, Human Resource Management and Labour Relations\, from Queens University\, a Human Resource Management Certificate\, from British Columbia Institute of Technology\, and a Bachelor of Arts\, Psychology\, from University of British Columbia. \nMODERATOR \nKenton Low\nDean\, School of Business + Media \nWith an executive career spanning global organizations including The Walt Disney Company\, Vivendi\, Ritchie Bros.\, and Vancity\, Kenton brings a strategic and results-driven perspective shaped by leading high-performing teams\, navigating complex change\, and building strong organizational cultures. Drawing upon his depth of experience\, he will guide the panel through an engaging discussion on how leadership excellence is developed over time and strengthened through challenge\, reflection\, and purposeful action. \n\nDoor Prizes\nAttendees are eligible to win exciting door prizes valued at over $3\,000! \nIncrease your chances of winning by bringing non-perishable food items in support of the BCIT Student Association’s Food Pantry. Each donation earns additional prize entries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Sponsors\n\nPrize Sponsors
URL:https://www.bcit.ca/event/2026-bcit-alumni-association-annual-general-meeting-agm-feature-presentation/
LOCATION:Downtown Campus\, Tech Collider\, 555 Seymour St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3H6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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SUMMARY:BCIT Toronto Alumni Social and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate our Toronto alumni community  \nAlumni and a guest are invited to the BCIT Toronto Alumni Social and Dinner to reconnect\, unwind\, and enjoy an evening with fellow grads. Share stories from your time at BCIT\, enjoy a great meal\, and hear the latest updates from alumnus and BCIT Foundation Board Director David Ryan (Broadcast & Media Communications\, 1999) and Kyla Epstein\, BCIT Director\, Government & External Relations.  \nEVENT DETAILS  \nDate: Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\nLocation:  Steam Whistle Brewing\, 255 Bremner Blvd\, Toronto\nDress Code:  Casual\nAdmission:  $25 per person  \nRSVP by May 14\, 2026 \nAdmission includes dinner and one complimentary drink. If you plan to bring a guest\, please purchase an additional ticket.  \nPRIZE DRAW  \nIn addition to reconnecting with the BCIT community\, guests will have the opportunity to enter a draw for a BCIT alumni prize pack valued at $200.  \nWe look forward to welcoming alumni from across the Greater Toronto Area for an enjoyable evening. 
URL:https://www.bcit.ca/event/bcit-toronto-alumni-social-and-dinner/
LOCATION:Steam Whistle Brewing\, 255 Bremner Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3M9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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SUMMARY:BCIT Fraser Valley Alumni Happy Hour Social
DESCRIPTION:JOIN THE SOCIAL\, CONNECT WITH FELLOW ALUMNI\nThe Fraser Valley is calling! Get ready for a fun\, relaxed evening with your fellow BCIT alumni as we gather for the BCIT Fraser Valley Happy Hour Social. Whether you’re looking to reconnect\, expand your network\, or just unwind after work\, this event offers a wonderful mid-week opportunity to connect. \nKick back\, catch up\, and enjoy an evening that brings together great company\, great stories\, and great perks: \n\nReconnect with alumni from across the Fraser Valley\nEnjoy delicious appetizers and complimentary drink\nHear the latest updates from BCIT Alumni Fraser Valley Ambassador\, Jack Davidson\nEnter to win a BCIT alumni prize pack valued at $200\n\nPlus\, help support students in need; bring a non-perishable food item for the BCITSA Food Pantry and earn bonus prize draw entries! \nEVENT DETAILS \nDate: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nLocation: The Canadian Brewhouse\, 3122 Mt. Lehman Rd\, Abbotsford\nDress code: Casual\nAdmission: $10 per person\nLimited seats available \nPurchase tickets by: Friday\, April 17\, 2026 \nRSVP Today\n 
URL:https://www.bcit.ca/event/bcit-fraser-valley-alumni-happy-hour-social/
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