Speaker Sessions
Peak Leadership
The Peak Leadership program is an opportunity for you to develop important professional skills and gain practical leadership experience. You will learn from industry experts and leaders, exploring your unique personal strengths and participating in teamwork challenges. Find your strengths in leadership to stand out in the professional world!
These sessions help you develop your own leadership style. Watch and learn from professionals and experts on three leadership pillars: self, teams, and communication.
Self-Reflection
Self-reflection leads to personal growth and transformation. Peak Leaders are asked to reflect on their learnings, which builds their leadership and self-management skills. Self-reflection also equips Peak Leaders with the tools they need to discuss the value of their learnings with employers.
StrengthsQuest Assessment
Self-assessment and reflection allow you to learn more about yourself. Peak Leaders will complete the StrengthsQuest assessment, allowing them to discover their natural strengths and talents and understand how to develop these areas in meaningful ways.
Teamwork Challenge
Working in teams, Peak Leaders will come up with a solution to a special challenge, presenting your ideas to a panel of judges from industry. This challenge will be an engaging experience that provides an opportunity to use your creativity, resourcefulness, and leadership skills while working as part of a team.
Program Details
The Peak Leadership program will run from January 25 – February 29, 2024. All programming will take place in person at the BCIT Burnaby Campus.
You must be available to attend the in-person events listed on the schedule below to be selected for the program.
Events Weeks 1 – 3
Kickoff Event
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
BCIT Burnaby Campus, SE2 Council Chambers
StrengthsQuest Interactive Workshop
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
BCIT Burnaby Campus, SE2 Council Chambers
Design Thinking Workshop
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
BCIT Burnaby Campus, SE2 Council Chambers
Events Weeks 4 – 6
Flexible Time For Teamwork
February 11 – 17, 2024
*Teams will decide amongst themselves when to do their teamwork. There is no formal activity planned during Week 4, but you must have some availability to work with your team.
Teamwork Challenge
Thursday, February 22, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
BCIT Burnaby Campus, SE2 Council Chambers
Evening with Leaders
Thursday, February 29, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
BCIT Burnaby Campus, SE2 Council Chambers
Who Can Apply?
This program is open to current BCIT students (full-time or part-time) and BCIT alumni who have graduated within the past three years (since January 2021).
If you have any questions, please email us at entrepreneurship@bcitsa.ca
How to Apply
To apply for the Peak Leadership program, please click the button below. You will be asked to complete a short application explaining why you want to take part in this program.
Application Deadline: Monday, January 22nd, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
* Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Apply early to secure your spot.
Student Inititative Fund (SIF)
Are you enhancing your student experience by furthering your professional development? If you are a full or part-time student, apply once per academic year for up to $500 in funding.
Volunteering with the BCIT Student Association
Want to gain leadership experience, build confidence, and improve interpersonal and communication skills? We have flexible volunteer opportunities available!
Learn more about BCITSA Volunteer Opportunities Below
Still have questions? Contact us at the email below.
The George Murray Tidball – Keg Restaurants Leadership Program Fund
We thank The George Murray Tidball – Keg Restaurants Leadership Program Fund for their continuous support of the Peak Leadership program. This Fund was established to enable BCIT students to develop an awareness of and impetus toward developing leadership attributes that embody the spirit of George Tidball. As one of the most prolific icons in the Canadian business world, Mr. Tidball is known for opening the first McDonald’s in Canada and spearheading The Keg restaurants. He is remembered for his extraordinary vision, strong moral character and exceptional leadership. The Peak Leadership program is a perfect example of George Tidball’s generosity and the calibre of opportunities for which he was known. The Peak program continues to inspire students to become better leaders and better people.