In The News

At BC Colleges, we want to acknowledge the successes of our colleges, especially excellence in teaching and community building. We celebrate the many milestones, projects, collaborations and announcements from our colleges on our website, in our monthly newsletter, and throughout our social media channels.

Read about the latest news and activities happening at colleges throughout BC in this month’s What’s New at BC Colleges? e-newsletter.


Selkirk College Forestry Students Meet Grandalf the Fir

Est. reading time 5 minutes

In a mystical moment on the back corner of Nelson’s Silver King Campus, students in the Selkirk College Forest Technology Program were introduced to an ancient Grand Fir that will soon find its place on the BC Big Tree Registry.

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Vancouver Community College President: Diversity is Strength

Est. reading time 2 minutes

As the president and CEO of Vancouver Community College (VCC), Ajay’s journey from humble beginnings to transformative leadership serves as a beacon of inspiration for the VCC community and beyond. As the sole South Asian president among British Columbia's public post-secondary institutions, Ajay's commitment to diversity and inclusion is exemplified through VCC's innovative Campus Plan, which has secured substantial investments for the institution's future. Beyond his academic pursuits, Ajay's dedication to community and culture resonates throughout his work.

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Selkirk College Plant Operator Program Opens Door to Opportunity with Teck

Est. reading time 4 minutes

Entry into an exciting and rewarding career in the industrial sector is only a short program away at Selkirk College. Teck Trail Operations is one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc/lead smelting and refining complexes. To make it function on a daily basis, the intricate operation requires a community of dedicated employees with a wide variety of trades, skills and education.

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College of the Rockies Alumna Embracing Career in Justice

Est. reading time 2 minutes

A stroll through a College of the Rockies Open House sparked Mackenzie Nelson’s journey to discovering her true passion. Her curiosity was piqued when she discovered there was a Criminal and Social Justice (CRSJ) program at the College and she was keen to learn more.

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Northern Lights College Partners With Tourmaline Oil To Develop New Program

Est. reading time 1 minute

The oil and gas industry is evolving, and so must the training of its workers. With demand for field operators outstripping the availability of trained workers, Tourmaline Oil (“Tourmaline”), Canada’s largest natural gas producer, has turned to a valuable training provider – Northern Lights College – for a solution.

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