2024/25 BCIT Foundation Annual Impact Report

2024/25

THE CAMPAIGN FOR BCIT.

EDUCATION FOR A COMPLEX WORLD

The INSPIRE Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in BCIT’s history and a catalyst for shaping the future of the Institute. As BCIT enters a bold new era, the Campaign plays a pivotal role in expanding opportunities for students, empowering faculty, and supporting the evolving needs of British Columbia.

With a broad range of entry points for support, the INSPIRE Campaign engages individuals, alumni, and corporate partners to contribute modest to transformational donations to support three strategic pillars—Access and Inclusion, Teaching and Learning Innovation, and Campus Redevelopment.

As of March 31, 2025, close to 3,900 donors have contributed to achieving the $125 million campaign goal.

Thank you for your generous support of the INSPIRE Campaign. Your contribution strengthens BCIT’s role as the premier destination for applied education and hands-on innovation. By investing in the next generation of industry-ready leaders, you are directly strengthening the skilled workforce that powers British Columbia’s economy and future.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our main campus is located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)

BUILDING TOMORROW, TOGETHER

In this 2024/25 Annual Impact Report, we are proud to share the extraordinary impact your generosity has had in advancing BCIT’s mission to empower people, shape British Columbia, and inspire global progress.

Thanks to the commitment of alumni, industry partners, individual donors, and friends, we have surpassed our goal of raising $125 million through the INSPIRE Campaign. This support has helped bring BCIT’s vision to life—ensuring more students have the opportunity to succeed, enhancing learning experiences, and transforming our campuses.

Philanthropy continues to drive major progress across all three pillars of the INSPIRE Campaign:

Access and Inclusion: Over 2,100 students received more than $2.9 million in awards this year, including entrance awards and bursaries to support Indigenous students. This enables many students to pursue life-changing education who otherwise might not have had the opportunity.

Teaching and Learning Innovation: Donations are accelerating the use of advanced technologies such as virtual reality and simulation labs that mirror real-world work, better preparing students for careers in an evolving economy.

Campus Redevelopment: New student-focused spaces like the Scotiabank Lounge, the Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace, and the Cansel Computer Lab are creating environments where collaboration and innovation thrive. Further, industry leaders such as CIMS and Ideal Welders are helping build the next generation of trades training facilities.

These investments aren’t just transforming BCIT—they’re strengthening BC’s workforce and economy for years to come.

This year also marks Richard Rudderham’s final term as Chair of the BCIT Foundation Board. We thank him sincerely for his leadership, vision, and steadfast commitment to student success.

On behalf of our students, faculty, and staff—thank you for investing in the future.

Richard Rudderham Chair

BCIT Foundation Board

Cynthia Petrie Vice President, External BCIT

Joanna Tong Executive Director

BCIT Foundation

EXPANDING ACCESS TO TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION

ACCESS AND INCLUSION

The INSPIRE Campaign, led by the BCIT Foundation, is dedicated to increasing student access to life-transforming education by supporting key pillars such as Access and Inclusion. With a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, the campaign provides meaningful funding to help remote students access education and offers holistic support for Indigenous learners. Through the generosity of our donors, we are empowering students to build brighter futures for themselves and the communities where we live and work.

Trades students benefit from Beedie Luminaries BUILD program

To increase access and inclusion in the skilled trades, Beedie Luminaries, founded by developer and philanthropist, Ryan Beedie, launched the BUILD scholarship fund. BUILD will support BCIT students facing financial and other barriers by providing funding throughout their academic journey to pursue Red Seal certification in trades such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, and sheet metal programs. This commitment is expected to assist nearly 300 students over the next five years, addressing the critical shortage of skilled trades workers in British Columbia. Through the BUILD program, it will enable a more diverse group of students to enter high-demand fields, thereby fostering a more inclusive and equitable workforce.

“Beedie Luminaries is grounded in a simple truth that our students continue to affirm: investing in education has the power to transform not just individual lives, but entire families, communities, and future generations.”

Ryan Beedie President, Beedie

Honouring culture and promoting health with the Indigenous Wellness Toolkit

BCIT gratefully acknowledges the generous support of BMO in advancing Indigenous health and wellness through the Indigenous Wellness Toolkit (IWT). This living, interactive resource is designed to support all Indigenous students and beyond by promoting mental well-being and cultural connection leading to success. The IWT will be hosted on BCIT’s Learning Hub and offer a personalized, non-linear experience, allowing students to explore content based on their unique needs and interests. Developed through engagement with Indigenous youth and elders, the toolkit incorporates lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic to reflect current challenges and foster healing and resilience. With guidance from a dedicated Education Coach, the IWT is evolving into a dynamic platform that provides relevant and effective support. Together with BMO, we aim to create lasting impact and empower Indigenous students to thrive in a post-pandemic world while honouring their identities and traditions.

Dr. Andrew Chan and Dr. Elaine She: Championing Opportunity

Retired dentists Dr. Andrew Chan and Dr. Elaine She, were inspired by BCIT’s practical, career-focused education model. Motivated by their belief in the power of education, they established a bursary to support students facing financial barriers. The bursary is aimed at high-potential students from Templeton, Britannia, and Vancouver Technical secondary schools who might otherwise delay post-secondary studies due to financial need.

Dr. Chan, who immigrated from Hong Kong with only a suitcase and received financial aid to attend university and dental school, understands how lifechanging support can be. “I want kids to go straight into BCIT and get the training they need,” he says.

Recipient Allan Dam, now studying Mining Engineering at BCIT, says the bursary allowed him to pursue a full degree without postponement.

For Dr. Chan and Dr. She, their gift goes beyond funding—it’s a vote of confidence in the next generation’s potential.

“At BMO, our commitment to zero barriers to inclusion drives us to support Indigenous-led initiatives that promote wellness, education and connection to Indigenous culture in the community. We’re proud to partner with BCIT to champion the Indigenous Wellness Toolkit as a resource that fosters healing and resilience and empowers students to thrive.”

Helen

Seibel Head of Community and Employee Giving

Opening doors to skilled trades careers through partnership

BCIT is proud to be part of the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program, which expands opportunities for students from historically underrepresented groups in skilled trades. The partnership supports initiatives in BCIT’s School of Energy and School of Construction and the Environment, offering tuition support for programs such as Telecommunications Systems Technician, Electrical Foundation, Security Systems Technician, and Automated Controls Installation and Maintenance.

Beyond funding, Johnson Controls employees contribute as mentors and guest speakers, helping bridge education and industry. “We’re proud to support institutions like BCIT that provide the skills and confidence students need to thrive,” says Charmyse White, Philanthropy & Volunteer Program Manager at Johnson Controls.

For students like Amelie C. Langlois, the support was life-changing: “I was a struggling student afraid I couldn’t afford tuition. With this help, I focused on my studies and future. Now, I’m building a career I’m proud of.”

Inspiring the next generation of women engineers

Diane Kennedy has played a pivotal role in advancing engineering education at BCIT. Hired in 2004 to help design the Electrical Engineering program, she later joined the faculty and helped guide the program through successful accreditation.

“I’ve always felt very connected to the program,” says Diane. “Supporting Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30 initiative for 30% female representation in engineering by 2030 is something I care deeply about.”

Together with her husband Richard Rudderham, Chair of the BCIT Foundation Board, Diane gives back through the Rudderham-Kennedy Family Foundation. Their awards and bursaries support women across all engineering programs at BCIT, with a focus on helping them thrive in a male-dominated field.

“We’ve always believed that if you can help, you should,” Diane says. “If I can inspire even a few more women to pursue engineering, that’s meaningful.”

INNOVATING EDUCATION FOR TOMORROW’S WORKFORCE

TEACHING AND LEARNING INNOVATION

The INSPIRE Campaign is transforming applied education by investing in innovative teaching methods and emerging technologies that prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow. Through immersive simulations, virtual and augmented reality, collaborative makerspaces, and experiential learning environments, BCIT is integrating real-world workflows and interdisciplinary interactions into the classroom. With support from donors to the Teaching and Learning Innovation pillar, the BCIT Foundation is helping to future-proof education—equipping students with the job-ready skills they need and industry demands to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Scotiabank Lounge: A catalyst for student success and innovation

In December 2024, BCIT unveiled the Scotiabank Lounge at the Downtown Campus, a transformative space designed to enhance student success and innovation. Located on the fifth floor of the Technology Education and Collaboration Hub, the lounge offers a dynamic environment for students to collaborate, study, and engage in flexible, interdisciplinary learning. This initiative is part of Scotiabank’s commitment to education excellence, supporting BCIT students in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity programs. The lounge is equipped with advanced educational technologies, facilitating real-world simulations and fostering connections between students and industry.

A legacy of support with the opening of the Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace

With support of long-time advocates, Russ Cmolik and The Cmolik Foundation, BCIT unveiled the Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace at the Health Sciences Centre. The lounge and terrace named in honour of former BCIT President Kathy Kinloch recognizes her significant contributions to health education and student success. The facility is dedicated to fostering student collaboration and well-being, and is designed to enhance the student experience by providing a welcoming environment for study, relaxation, and community engagement. The Kathy Kinloch Lounge and Terrace will serve as a lasting legacy, reflecting the values of innovation, inclusivity, and dedication to shaping future healthcare leaders.

Advancing geospatial education at the Cansel Computer Lab

To support the Geomatics program in the School of Construction and the Environment, BCIT unveiled the Cansel Computer Lab in recognition of local industry leader. Their gift of the Trimble Business Centre software, provides students with hands-on experience with the latest technology in land surveying and data mapping, preparing them for careers in surveying and mapping across British Columbia and Canada. During the event, Cansel reaffirmed their commitment by extending software access for an additional five years and providing two graduating achievement awards for Geomatics students. This collaboration ensures that BCIT students have access to the latest technology and resources, aligning education with industry needs and contributing to the development of a robust talent pipeline in the geospatial sector.

“Our

pride in our business comes with a responsibility to support young professionals and equip educational institutions with the resources needed to help students thrive in their careers.”

Iliana Tsali Segment Manager, Cansel

FUELING INNOVATION AND EXPANDING IMPACT

CAMPUS REDEVELOPMENT

Over the past year, the INSPIRE Campaign has played a vital role in transforming the BCIT Burnaby Campus through the renewal of aging infrastructure and the creation of next-generation learning environments. With support from our donors through the Campus Redevelopment pillar, BCIT Foundation has helped bring several major projects to life— including the state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex. These thoughtfully designed spaces are built to inspire curiosity, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and break down academic silos, ensuring students are prepared for a rapidly evolving world. This transformation reflects our shared vision of a dynamic campus community that supports innovation, applied research, and connection—today and into the future.

BCIT campus development overview: Building the future of trades and technology

BCIT is undergoing a major transformation with the development of the new Trades and Technology Complex (TTC), designed to create a cuttingedge, adaptable learning environment for future trades professionals. This dynamic project includes several innovative facilities that support handson education and sustainability.

At the heart of the TTC is the Concert Properties Centre for Trades and Technology, which will feature workshops, labs, makerspaces, classrooms, and outdoor learning areas. It also includes the daylighting of Guichon Creek which highlights BCIT’s commitment to sustainability.

The Robert Bosa Carpentry Pavilion will serve as a premier training space for Carpentry and Mass Timber programs. With sustainable design at its core,

the pavilion reflects BCIT’s leadership in Mass Timber education and its dedication to shaping a greener construction industry.

Adjacent to the existing Welding Shop, the new 150-square-metre Welding Pavilion will enhance the program’s capacity while aligning with CleanBC energy efficiency targets thereby supporting both workforce development and climate action goals

The Marine and Mass Timber Workshop will provide a covered, flexible space for Marine Fitting and Mass Timber instruction, supporting cross-discipline training.

Complementing these efforts are other recent developments. The 12-storey Tall Timber Student Housing, opening in August 2025, will add 469 on-campus

Forging

the future: CIMS and Ideal Welders contribute to supporting trades education and expanding capacity

Canadian Industrial Mills Services (CIMS) and Ideal Welders Ltd. made substantial contributions to support the development of the new Trades and Technology Complex. Once completed, the state-of-the-art facility will meet the growing demand for skilled trades professionals in British Columbia and provide hundreds of new full-time student spots annually. The space will feature advanced learning tools, cutting-edge technology, and revitalized spaces aimed at fostering integrated learning and simulating realworld environments. These enhancements will support innovation in skilled trades, engineering, applied learning, and research, ensuring that BCIT continues to produce graduates equipped to meet industry demands.

beds, and the Mott Electric Pavilion will create over 250 new seats for electrical apprenticeship training to meet the growing demand for skilled tradespeople in BC.

“As a proud BCIT alumnus, it is gratifying to give back to the Institution that helped me build my career and to support the students who will become the next leaders in trades.”

Jim Longo Founder, Ideal Welders

“It’s

an incredible feeling to be giving back to the very place where I discovered my passion for trades”

John McLaughlin Founder, CIMS

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

The BCIT Foundation gratefully acknowledges the generosity of the following donors who made gifts of $500 or more, including cash donations and gifts-in-kind, during the fiscal year April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025

$1,000,000+

Cansel Survey Equipment Inc.

Quality Positioning Services (QPS)

Teck Resources Limited

$100,000 – $999,999

Anthem Properties Group Ltd.

James Leonard Bertalino

BMO Financial Group

Bosa Development Corporation

Coast Capital Savings Federal Credit Union

Derek Williams and Barbara Cotter

Embark Student Foundation

Finning Canada

Johnson Controls

McElhanney

MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd.

Ocean Park Foundation

PCI Developments LP

Polygon Homes Ltd.

Rideau Hall Foundation

Royal Columbian Hospital

The Canerector Foundation

The Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation

The Peterson Group Foundation

Townline Homes Inc.

Universities Canada

West Fraser

Wheaton Precious Metals

$25,000 – $99,999

BCIT Alumni Association

Babine Forest Products Limited,

Decker Lake Forest

Products Ltd., and Fort St.

James Forest Products Ltd.

Bonshade Screens Limited

Clifford I. Britch

Carpentry Employers

Association of BC

Chard Development Ltd.

Concert Properties Ltd.

Co-Pilot Properties Ltd.

Cullen Western Star Ltd.

Engineers and Geoscientists BC

FortisBC

Hampton Lumber

Homebuilders Association

Vancouver

Horatio Alger Association of Canada

Initio Nuclear Medicine

International Scholarship and Tuition Services Inc.

PCL

Rudderham-Kennedy Family Foundation

Scholarship America

Smith Bros. & Wilson

Management Services Ltd.

And Carpentry Employers

Association of BC

STEMCELL Technologies

Canada Inc.

The Diamond Foundation

The John Dobson Foundation

The Princess Auto Foundation

The Rhodes Trust Horizon Fund

Three Trees Technical Inc.

Toro Aluminum Group of Companies

Trottier Family Foundation

Robert B. Wells and Family

Y.P. Heung Foundation

$10,000 – $24,999

Applied Biological Materials Inc.

Architectural Institute of British Columbia

ASTTBC Foundation

Babcock Canada

Wayne Bastien

BC Energy Regulator

BC Hydro and Power Authority

Benefaction Foundation

Boyden Vancouver

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Coast BC

British Columbia Aviation Council

Canadian Mineral Analysts

CIBC

CSL Group Inc.

Fluor Canada Ltd.

George Garrett

Grosvenor

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

Robert Hehn

Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia

IUGO Mobile Entertainment, Inc.

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.

Microserve

Jefferson J. Mooney

Pacific Pilotage Authority

Canada

Panatch Family Foundation

Parkland Refining (BC) Ltd.

Raymond James Canada Foundation

SAG Conference Award Foundation

Patricia Sanne

Senez Consulting Ltd.

Spartan Controls Ltd.

The Construction Foundation of BC

The Pacific Investment Corporation Ltd.

Translink

Wesgroup Equipment

Wesik Family Foundation

Widsten Family Foundation

$5,000 - $9,999

Absolute

Shakil Adam

AES Engineering

Ainsworth Inc.

Anonymous

BC Land Surveyors Foundation

BC Radiological Society

BCIT Faculty & Staff Association

BCIT Forest Society

Bridge Electric Corp.

Canadian Council of

Independent Laboratories

Canadian Online Giving Foundation

Canadian Printing Industries

Scholarship Trust Fund

Canadian Professional Sales Association

Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island

CPA Education Foundation of BC

DIALOG

Vagn Eriksen

Grand Lodge of Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of BC & Yukon

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

Lloyd J. Hume

Keith Panel Systems

Kwantum Advisory Inc.

Edgar Lau

Ledcor Group of Companies

Lotte & John Hecht Memorial Foundation

Manulife Financial

Meloche Monnex Inc. (TD Insurance)

Mosaic Forest Management

Process Combustion

Systems Inc.

Reposado Holdings Ltd.

Schneider Electric Canada Inc.

School District 46

Sunshine Coast

Seaspan Marine Transportation

Skills For Hope Foundation

Sophos Canada

Astrid M. Stec

Teamsters Local Union No 31

The Canadian Journalism Foundation

The Marion Stevenson Memorial Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

Trev Deeley Foundation

University Womens Club of Vancouver Trust Fund for Education

Vancouver Foundation

Wealthsimple Investments Inc.

Women in Aviation International

$2,000 – $4,999

Abbotsford Community Foundation

Angus Consulting Management Limited

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.

Baker Tilly WM LLP

Ballard Power Systems Inc.

Barber Prosthetics Clinic Ltd

BC Interior Community Foundation

BCIT Retirees’ Association

BC Tech Association

Bennett Land Surveying Ltd. (North Vancouver)

Bowen Island Community Foundation

Bowers Medical Supply

C.S.T. Consultants Inc.

Central Okanagan Bursary and Scholarship Society

Cooper Equipment Rentals

Coquitlam Foundation

Coram Deo Foundation

Credit Union Foundation of BC

Enactus Canada

ETRO Construction Limited

F.K. Chan & Company CPA

FirstService Residential Management

Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C.

Future Electronics, Inc.

Carmen Gaisford

GINQO Consulting

Go Sales

Douglas M. Grant

Hi-Chul Han

Franny Hassanali

International Association of Fire Fighters Foundation

J.E. Anderson & Associates

Jack Webster Foundation

Joe Genest, Personal Real Estate Corporation

John’s Share of Blessings Foundation

Kathryn Jorgensen

Kinderco Holdings Inc.

Kindred Construction Ltd.

Jennifer Kong

Zabeen Ladha

Lower Mainland British Columbia Land Surveyors Group

Ronald Manke

Pamela J. Mitchell

Janet G. Morrison

Robert Nason

New Car Dealers Association of BC

North Shore Community Foundation

Northbridge Financial Corporation

Odd Fellow & Rebekah BC

Joint Bursary Committee

Pena Family Foundation

Progressive Automations Canada

RBC Foundation

RGF Integrated Wealth Management

School District 22 Vernon

School District 69 Qualicum

Deanna Scott

Wendy L. Slavin

Saoirse Sankey Memorial Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

Solaris Management Consultants Inc.

Stantec Consulting Ltd.

Stella-Jones Inc.

Strategic Charitable Giving Foundation

Markus L. Sturm

Sunbelt Rentals of Canada Inc.

Sunshine Coast Lions Club

Tech+People Network

The Daisy Scholarship Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Ed Haan Memorial Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The John S. T. Chen Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Lorne Patterson Scholarship Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The P. Dermot Murphy Annual Real Estate Event Endowment Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Robert & Florence Filberg Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

Trev Deeley Motorcycles

Tritech Group Ltd.

Truck Loggers Association

Union of B.C. Performers

Vancouver City Savings Credit Union

Vancouver Municipal, Education & Community Workers’ Society

Vancouver Society of Interior Designers

WA Architects Ltd.

World Wildlife Fund, Canada

$500 – $1,999

4-H BC Provincial Council

808 Coquitlam Squadron

Sponsoring Committee

Accent Inns Inc.

Actalent Canada

Alcon Electrical Corp

Altec Integrated Solutions Ltd.

Bevin Heath Ansley

Apex Granite & Tile Inc.

Architecture Foundation of British Columbia

ASHRAE (BC Chapter)

BC Communications Inc.

BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union

BC Real Estate Association

Christopher Beach

Blackcomb Helicopters

BlueCity Construction Corp.

Pamela J. Borman

Jaswinder Bowal

Anna Bowman

British Columbia Corvette Club

Rozina Budhwani

Calgary Foundation

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety

Canadian Dry Storage Ltd.

Canadian Material Handling & Distribution Society

Capilano Highway Services

Carleton Ventures LTD

Cascadia Windows Ltd.

Grace Chan

Chartered Professionals in Human Resources

Comox Valley Community Foundation

Corus Entertainment (Toronto)

CUPE Local 389

CUPE Local 454

CUPE Local 801

Destination Vancouver

Yasmin Dhalla

E.B. Horsman & Son Ltd.

Haneef Esmail

EXP Services Inc.

Gordon H. Farrell

Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks

Fidelity Clearing Canada ULC

Flynn Canada Ltd.

FoodService Consultant

Society Int. - Canadian Chapter

Fraser Health Authority

Fraserway RV LP

Futurpreneur Canada

Genus Capital Management

Glenmore Custom Print & Packaging

Douwe Goedbloed

Greenlane Renewables

Colleen Hagen

HB Design

Hemlock Printers Ltd.

Highwalker Earthworks Ltd.

HMS Consulting LTD

Patricia Horstead

IAFF Local 1352

Catherine Insley

Interior Designers Institute of BC

International Alliance of

Theatrical Stage EmpIATSE 891

IT/IQ Tech Recruiters

Kerry L. Johnson

Colin Jones

JTS Consulting Inc.

Abdulaziz Kara

Kichton Contracting Ltd

KJM Sales Ltd.

Kwalikum Secondary School

Joan Kyba

Shaheen Ladha

Dan Lenko

Lions Bay Community

Scholarship Foundation

Loblaws Inc.

Dario Longo

Zhenhai Ma

Mackay Marine Canada

MacSailing Inc

Ramona Mar

Robert Masse

Matcon Excavation & Shoring Ltd.

Anne McCannel

David I. McLean

Meira Consulting Inc.

Micki and Murray Mackenzie

Family Foundation

Mining Suppliers Association of BC

MWB Solutions Inc.

Caroline Mydske

Leslie L. Myers

Nicola Wealth Private Giving Foundation

North Vancouver City

FireFighters Local 296

Foundation

North Vancouver District

Public Library

Nucor Rebar Fabrication

Odlum Brown Limited.

Orogen Royalties Inc.

Pacific Blue Cross

Pacific Northwest

Aerospace Alliance

Pazmac Enterprises Ltd.

Karim Punja

Sheng Qin

Gudrun Rohatgi

Powers Construction

Provincial Employees

Community Services Fund

Pylon Electronics

Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.

Recreational Aircraft Association (Chapter 85)

Red Door Housing Society

Rem Tek Enterprises Ltd.

Jezzle R. Rios

Royal Canadian Legion 112

Royal Canadian Legion 140

Ross P. Saare

Safe Software Inc.

Medhat T. Saleh

Ishan Saroj Samarakoone

Scorpio Masonry BC Inc.

SEI Industries Ltd.

Patricia Sing

Kevin Soulsbury

Shirley Stephenson

Sunshine Coast Teachers’ Association

Superion Inc.

Symmetry Lighting

T. Moscone & Bros.

Landscaping Ltd.

Talee Lumber Co. Ltd.

TELUS

Tetrad

The Alexis Mazurin Memorial Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Bright Future Education Fund Award, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Dream Fund Education

Achievement Bursary, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Leonard Foundation

The Lois and Peter’s Campers

Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The MAQ Dream Builders Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Norman G. Thompson

Memorial Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Rolf Wagner Memorial Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Shalom Branch 178,

Royal Canadian Legion Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

The Thomas and Dorothy

Burgess Bursary Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation

Jordan E. Thompson

Trimstyle Consulting Inc.

Trinity United Church (Women’s

Sarah Unit)

United Rentals of Canada Inc.

Amin Valji

Van Gogh Designs

Vancity Community Foundation

Vector Enterprises

Khairunnissa Vellani

Sarfraz Virani

Shafin Virji

Robert Wagner

Catherine Watters

Weaver Fundraising,LLC

Woodrose Woodworking Inc.

WORTH Association

Hui Ling Yong

Mei Young

Arek Zabierek

Brian Zabierek

TRIBUTES GIVING

The BCIT Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts made in honour or memory of individuals. Whether celebrating a living legacy or commemorating a life well lived, these meaningful contributions reflect the generosity of donors and the lasting impact of those they choose to recognize.

In honour of

Jim Armstrong

Clifford Britch

Mr. & Mrs. Leslie Chu

Feras Elkhalil

Chris Goward

Kenton Ho

Elinor Hudon

Dr. Donald R. Lindsay

Kenneth Martin

Anne McCannel

Robert Nason

Capt. Kevin Obermeyer

Jennifer Orum

Tom Saare

Wendy & Carl Slavin

John K Soutter

J.E Thompson

G.M. Thomson

Robert B. Wells

Arek Zabierek

Brian Zabierek

In memory of

John (Jack) Eric Anderson

Gerry Andrews

George Angelomatis

Lesli Balagno

Lisa Banducci

Pam & Jerry Bastien

Todd Beach

Donald Bealle

Joseph Bertalino

James Leonard Bertalino

Alex Born

Ezio Bortolussi

Kulvern S. Bowal

Shaun Bowman

Jack Brown

Thomas & Dorothy Burgess

Dustin Campbell

Desmond (Dem) William Carrier

Charles Kuen Yui Chan

Ray Chapman

Bill Clifford

Fred Deeley

Robert Deverall

Brian Devereaux

Luke Fahrmann

Allan Fernie

Jordan & Rick Gaisford

Ken Garrett

Edward Grydziuszko

Ed Haan

Robert Hagen

Nickolas Watters-Hatzisavva

Victor Heath

Roy Hennessy

Linda Herman

Eric Hoffman

Dave Hutchinson

Laurie Jack

L. Catherine Jackson

Len Johnson

Dolly Kennedy

Trevor Korol

El-Nur Ladha

Aaron Learmont

Sue Lee

Henry Lenko

James Leonard

Murray H. MacKenzie

Karim Malaki

Hong Mar

Heather Mathieson

Alexis Mazurin

Rory McGillivray

Donna May Moore

Terry Mulligan

P. Dermot Murphy

Dorothy and Arnie Myers

Karen Insley

Glen Olson

Max Palpizi

W.N. Papove Sr.

Lorne Patterson

Peter Rolston

Saoirse Sankey

Capt. Karl K. Sanne

James Scott

Keith Scott

Lauren Sewell

Don Souter

Paul Stec

Marion Stevenson

Roger Sylvestre

Norman G. Thompson

Peter Thomson

Joseph Tonelli

James Tweed

David Vanderspek

Rolf Wagner

James Wensley

Jack White

Joyce Williams

Gordon Yuen

We greatly appreciate each gift in support of the BCIT Foundation, and we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this listing. Please notify us of any inaccuracies or omissions by contacting 604.432.8803.

STUDENT SUPPORT AT A GLANCE

Your financial support empowers BCIT students to succeed by reducing barriers, enabling them to focus on their education and graduate career ready. Your investment not only transforms individual’s futures but also strengthens the workforce across British Columbia and beyond.

ACKNOWLEDGING OUR LEADERS

BCIT FOUNDATION BOARD

Richard Rudderham

Chair, BCIT Foundation

Former Chief Human Resources Officer, BMO Financial Group

Wayne Berg

Secretary/Treasurer, BCIT Foundation

Former Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking, Coast Capital Savings

Brent Charleton

Director, BCIT Foundation CEO and President, EnWave Corporation.

Guy Elliott Director, BCIT Foundation Owner, Isuma Strategies Inc.

Malcolm Hunter Director, BCIT Foundation

Past President, Deeley Group of Companies

Sally Parrott

Director BCIT Foundation

Executive Vice President, Bosa Properties Inc.

David Ryan Director, BCIT Foundation Managing Director, Edelman Smithfield (Canada)

Donna Wilson Director, BCIT Foundation Consultant, Workquake Solutions

Stories of the Salish Sea mural by Musqueam and Tsimshian artist Chase Gray at the BCIT Health Sciences Centre.

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