March 2021
The “Selfs” Workshop
The way we care and think about ourselves has a huge impact on us, from affecting our well-being to being critical of ourselves, to blocking ourselves from building resilience. Self-care and Self-Compassion are good mental well-being and resilience tools that can take a bit of time and patience when first being put into practice. In this online workshop, you’ll be introduced to Self-Care and Self-Compassion and how they support resiliency. There will be an opportunity to practice some Self-Care and…
Find out more »Startup Foundations Workshop
Do you have a business idea but you’re not sure where to start? This workshop will walk you through the basics of building a strong business model using the Lean Canvas framework. In one hour, you will learn how to break down all the components of your business and outline your business model on a single page. Workshops are not recorded for later viewing. This workshop is free to attend and open to both BCIT students and graduates (alumni).
Find out more »Ask Us Anything Series – Sexual Health
Join experts from the BCIT Health Clinic while they answer some frequently asked questions and dispel myths about sexual health! Submit your questions anonymously when registering or live during the event.
Find out more »IxL Mini-Series Conference
IxL 2021 - Invest in Yourself is a 4-part video series with industry speakers and leaders inviting you to invest in your education and career through self-reflection and strategies to enhance your skills. These videos are open for all to view - students, alumni, and industry! Our third video release will be available on March 23rd: "Courageous Actions" with industry speakers, Gwen Gnazdowsky, Founder, One Conversation Coaching & Facilitation, and Jason Cressey, Motivational Speaker/Consultant, Motivation in Mind. For more information…
Find out more »Healthy Relationships
Humans are relational beings, therefore we are constantly surrounded by relationships with others and ultimately have a relationship with ourselves. Join Sarah Birkbeck from BCIT Counselling and Student Development to discuss relationships and strategies to help foster healthy relationships in your life.
Find out more »BCIT Hangout
Join us as we chat with the Student Life Ambassadors in a Hangout where we will explore and engage the topic of boundaries, addressing areas such as what are boundaries, how to know if you need to set a boundary and how to deal with barriers or challenges to boundaries. Presented by: Sarah Birkbeck & Kristin Konieczny from BCIT Counselling
Find out more »Understanding Personal Income Taxes
Coming out of this workshop you will have a better understanding of how to minimize taxes as a student by being aware of tax deductions/credits, tax-efficient government programs, and how different sources of investment income are taxed quite differently. You will learn how Canada’s progressive income tax system works as well as how taxes will impact your finances as you start your careers and start making more money. Taxes are a way of life but understanding how they work can…
Find out more »Startup Foundations Workshop
Do you have a business idea but you’re not sure where to start? This workshop will walk you through the basics of building a strong business model using the Lean Canvas framework. In one hour, you will learn how to break down all the components of your business and outline your business model on a single page. Workshops are not recorded for later viewing. This workshop is free to attend and open to both BCIT students and graduates (alumni).
Find out more »April 2021
Financial Matters Affecting International Students
Coming out of this workshop you will have a better understanding of how setting goals can help lead to more financial security, different methods to budget and how savings needs to be a key component of a budget. You will also have a better understanding of Canada’s tax system and possible ways to invest more tax efficiently. Another aspect will be learning some great tips to help you with your spending which will enable you to build a more effective…
Find out more »Home Buying
Coming out of this workshop you will have a much better understanding of how much you can spend on a house, the multitude of government programs to assist you, and the other service providers who can help you in this major purchase. Roughly 2/3 of Canadians own their own home. Buying a home will likely be the largest investment you make in your life and this workshop will help you better understand the steps to buying a house so you…
Find out more »Investing 201
Coming out of this workshop you will be much more comfortable managing your investment risks, be able to analyze and understand the potential value of the common stock of a company you choose to invest in, and also know about some alternative investment opportunities. There are a lot of layers and complexity to investing and this workshop will provide you the knowledge to invest for the long-term by applying techniques like dollar-cost averaging and diversification to your portfolio. Also, you…
Find out more »May 2021
Pink Shirt Day
Bullying is a major problem in schools, workplaces, homes, and online. Wear pink to show your support for anti-bullying.
Find out more »International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Celebrate the diversity of sexual and gender identities in our community for the annual IDAHTB Day on May 17. Visit our campus booths to learn about the resources available in your community.
Find out more »Panel Series: Tech Startups
Celebrate the diversity of sexual and gender identities in our community for the annual IDAHTB Day on May 17. Visit our campus booths to learn about the resources available in your community.
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