BCITSA Entrepreneurship

About Us

The BCIT Student Association is proud to offer entrepreneurship support to BCIT students and alumni.

Our programming was developed in response to student demand and our aim is to engage students and alumni in a culture of entrepreneurial thinking, learning, and development. Through our programs and services, we hope to inspire potential entrepreneurs, provide opportunities for exploration, and connect BCIT entrepreneurs to additional resources on and off campus.

Connect with us virtually, or come visit us at the Summit Centre – the home of entrepreneurship on campus!

SE14 (Library) Rooms 212 & 214
BCIT Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC

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In-Person Appointments

Book a 30-minute meeting with us and get guided through the appropriate programs and services available to you.Sign up today »
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Virtual Appointments

Can’t make it to campus for an in-person meeting? Book a virtual meeting with us and get guided through the appropriate programs and services available to you.Sign up today »
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APEX Magazine

Check out our annual entrepreneurship magazine, featuring success stories of founders from the BCIT community.Sign Up Here »
Laura Barecca

Laura Barreca

Entrepreneurship Manager

With a background in social enterprise management and community economic development, I believe in the power of entrepreneurship to create change and impact lives. Prior to starting at the BCIT Student Association, I worked with several start-up businesses and non-profits; doing everything from operations management to sales, and specializing in strategic growth and development. A graduate of UBC’s Sauder MBA program, I have experience with start-up accelerators and I am inspired by the many passionate entrepreneurs I have had the opportunity to meet. I am excited to work with BCIT students and alumni to help their businesses grow and succeed.

lbarreca@bcitsa.ca   |   604.456.1237   |   

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1-on-1 Appointments

Sign up for a quick appointment and get guided through the appropriate programs and services available through BCITSA Entrepreneurship, BCIT, and the community.

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Online Startup Training

Transform your idea into a validated business model using a state-of-the-art online training and reporting platform for startup incubation. Empowered Startups Platform (ESP) is used by universities, startup organizations, and research and development facilities around the world. To request access please book a meeting (in-person/virtually) with us.

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Business Plan Review

Access this program to get support writing a business plan.

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Mentorship

Get Guidance from an Experienced Entrepreneur or Expert.

Starting a business can be overwhelming! It’s important for new founders to have someone they can turn to for guidance. The BCITSA Entrepreneurship Mentorship program gives students and alumni an opportunity to connect with and learn from experienced entrepreneurs and business experts. Mentees meet with their mentors on a regular basis over a five-month period to get support to launch or grow their startups, set business goals, and work towards achieving them.

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Program Details & Requirements

The program runs for five months. Mentee-mentor pairs should expect to devote approximately two hours per month to meet with one another.

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Meetings can take place virtually (via webcam), over the phone, or in-person (if health and safety measures allow).
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The program is designed to be mentee-driven, meaning that mentees are expected to take the initiative for the relationship.
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Mentees are responsible for setting their business goals, scheduling meetings with their mentors, providing meeting agendas before meetings, and coming prepared with topics and discussion points.
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The mentorship program is free for BCIT students and alumni.
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Your Personal Sounding Board

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Do you need a mentor?

Our Mentorship program gives you the opportunity to be paired with an experienced founder or subject-matter expert.

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Interested in becoming a mentor?

Looking for a way to give back to the community? If you are an experienced entrepreneur or a subject-matter expert, consider applying to become a mentor in our program.

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Peak Leadership Wants You!

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!

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APEX

Our annual entrepreneurship magazine, featuring success stories of founders from the BCIT community.

Do you want to be featured in the next issue?
Reach out to entrepreneurship@bcitsa.ca for more details on how to become involved.

APEX Magazine Issue 1 Cover

Issue #1

2020-2021

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APEX Magazine Issue 2 Cover

Issue #2

2020-2021

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Issue #3

March 2022

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Looking for something in particular and don’t see it on our website?
Please contact us, we would love to help you on your journey to becoming an entrepreneur!

SUMMIT CENTRE

SE14 (Library) Rooms 212 & 214,
BCIT Burnaby Campus,
3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC
Monday – Friday:   8:00 am – 4:00pm

LAURA BARRECA

Entrepreneurship Manager
604.456.1237
lbarreca@bcitsa.ca