BCIT is located on the unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
BCIT has been educating and inspiring students for over half a century on these traditional lands and for that, we are grateful. We acknowledge that the relationship with Indigenous peoples in Canada has been troubled and must be reconciled; we are deeply committed to working with our partners to advance reconciliation.
A message from our Board Chair and President
Our heartfelt congratulations go out to you, our graduates, on this remarkable academic achievement.
We applaud you for your dedication and commitment to your education. Take pride in how far you have come and embrace the journey that lies ahead.
We also want to thank all the supporters—family, friends, faculty, and staff—who have guided you throughout your studies.
As you embark on the next chapter of your life, may you carry forward the knowledge, skills, and values you have gained during your time at BCIT.
We hope that you continue to be a part of the BCIT community and stay connected with us — upgrade your skills, attend alumni events, join advisory committees, or even consider becoming a faculty member.
As a graduate of BCIT, you have played a significant role in helping us deliver on our vision of empowering people, shaping BC, and inspiring global progress. We are honoured to celebrate this milestone with you.
We look forward to witnessing the impact you make in the community and beyond. On behalf of all of us at BCIT, congratulations, and we wish you great success in your future endeavors!
Mike Bonshor (Gixkan’dzi), cpa Chair, BCIT Board of Governors
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky President, BCIT
A message from our Alumni Association President
Congratulations and welcome to the BCIT Alumni Association!
Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. As BCIT’s newest alumni, you join a proud and powerful network of over 210,000 BCIT alumni who are making meaningful impacts in communities around BC and around the world.
BCIT alumni are everywhere, thriving in every sector, tackling today’s complex world, and inspiring innovative solutions for the future. It’s what we do best and why we are highly respected and sought after by employers locally, nationally, and globally.
Now it’s your time to shine. Put your skills, creativity, and determination into action and show the world what BCIT grads can do.
The BCIT Alumni Association is here to support you as you take your next steps because we are committed to helping you succeed in your career. Stay connected with us to access exclusive benefits, events, and lifelong learning opportunities. Most importantly, stay in touch with your classmates, instructors, and fellow alumni as your BCIT community is one of your greatest assets.
Once again, congratulations graduates on this momentous occasion and welcome to the BCIT alumni family. We can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish next.
Sean Poole BCIT Nautical Sciences ’09 President, BCIT Alumni Association
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Tuesday, June 24 at 10:00 a.m.
School of Business + Media
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Steve Yallouz , Associate Dean, Business Administration
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Noor Esmail , BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Richard Rudderham , Chair, BCIT Foundation and Retired Chief Human Resources Officer, BMO Financial Group
Presentation of Credentials
Greetings from the Alumni Association
Candy Ho , Director, BCIT Alumni Association
Valedictory Address
Pedro Cheng , Business Information Technology Management, Diploma
School of Business + Media
Kenton Low, Dean
Kristine Thompson , Associate Dean, Business Administration and Financial Management
Steve Yallouz , Associate Dean, Business Administration
Phil Ramer, Associate Dean, Operations Management
Program Heads
Simon Bachrich
Business Administration, Bachelor of Business Administration
Ike Hall
Business Administration, Graduate Certificate
Amy Goldlist
Business Analytics, Graduate Certificate
Pierre Matthee
Business Administration, Diploma
Marlize van Jaarsveld
Business Management, Advanced Diploma
Mary Ho
Business Management, Diploma
Program
Business Administration
Graduate Certificate
• Business Analytics
• Global Leadership
• Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
Diploma
• Business Administration
• General
• Global Studies
• Human Resources
• Management
• Marketing
Business Management
Advanced Diploma
• Business Management
Diploma
• Business Management
Advanced Certificate
• Sustainable Business Leadership
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate
• Fire Executive Management
Shauna Begley
Business Information Technology Management
Linda Butterfield
Business Operations Management, Diploma
Sonia Dhaliwal
Fire Executive Management
Neshay D’Silva
Global Leadership, Graduate Certificate
Leo Lei
Global Trade and Transportation Management
Eduardo Cantu (Interim)
Sustainable Business Leadership
Certificate
• Advanced Business Management
• Business Management
Business Operations
Diploma
• Business Information Technology Management
• Artificial Intelligence Option
• Enterprise Systems Option
• Analytics Data Option
• Business Operations Management
• Global Trade and Transport Management
Certificate
• International Trade and Transportation Logistics
• Operations Management
• Engineering Management
• Facilities Management
• Industrial Engineering
• Materials Management
• Quality Management
• Quality and Process Management
KEYNOTE
Richard Rudderham
Chair, BCIT Foundation and Retired Chief Human Resources Officer, BMO Financial Group
Richard Rudderham is a recently retired senior executive from BMO Financial Group. At the time of his retirement, he was Chief Human Resources Officer for BMO globally and part of the bank’s Executive Management Team.
In over 30 years at BMO, Richard worked in various senior roles in Toronto and served as the Regional President for Personal and Commercial Banking for the BC and Yukon Division. It was for this role that Richard and his family moved to BC.
Richard holds an MBA from Wilfred Laurier University and a Bachelor of Mathematics in Computer Science and Business from the University of Waterloo.
Richard is currently the Chair of the BCIT Foundation. The Foundation is instrumental in raising funds for student scholarships and bursaries, campus infrastructure and equipment to support learning and teaching at the Institute.
Richard is also the former Director of Kids Help Phone which provides support for children and youth in crisis.
Richard lives with his wife Diane in West Vancouver, BC. He enjoys Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, downhill skiing, and working out regularly to stay healthy.
Tuesday, June 24 at 2:30 p.m.
School of Business + Media
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Steve Yallouz , Associate Dean, Business Administration
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Mike Bonshor (Gixkan’dzi) , Chair, BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Sally Parrott , Executive Vice President, Bosa Properties Inc.
Presentation of Credentials
Greetings from the Alumni Association
Reza Bafandeh , Director, BCIT Alumni Association
Valedictory Address
Julia Tabo , Marketing Management – Digital Marketing and Brand Strategy
School of Business + Media
Kenton Low, Dean
Kristine Thompson , Associate Dean, Business Administration and Financial Management
Morgan Westcott , Associate Dean, Marketing Management
Program Heads
Jennifer Kerr
Accounting, Bachelor of Accounting
Yasmin Alami
Professional Accounting, Advanced Diploma
Vnit Nath and Shannon Wong
Accounting, First year
Hala Rawji
Accounting, Second year
Vnit Nath and Shannon Wong
Finance, First year
Chris Gresat
Finance, Second year
Vnit Nath
Financial Planning, First year
Shaun Sinclair
General Insurance and Risk Management
Program
Accounting, Finance, and Insurance
Bachelor of Accounting
Advanced Diploma
• Professional Accounting Diploma
• Accounting
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• General Insurance and Risk Management
Advanced Certificate
• Financial Analyst Certificate
• Financial Management
• Finance
• Professional Accounting
Geoffrey Bird
Marketing Management, First year
Danielle Wilson
Marketing Management, Digital Marketing and Brand Strategy
Bryan Graziano
Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship
Daniel John
Marketing Management, Professional Real Estate
Bruce Anthony
Marketing Management, Professional Sales
David Tikkanen
Marketing Management, Tourism Marketing and Sales
Tracy Renzullo
Marketing Management, Flexible Learning
Marketing Management Diploma
• Marketing Management
• Digital and Brand Strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• Marketing Communications
• Professional Real Estate
• Professional Sales
• Real Estate Studies
• Tourism Marketing and Sales Certificate
• Advanced Marketing Management
• Marketing Management
• Marketing Management
• Marketing Communications
• Professional Sales
• Tourism Management
• Sustainable Event Management
KEYNOTE
Sally Parrott
Executive Vice President, Bosa Properties Inc.
Sally Parrott is the Executive Vice President at Bosa Properties Inc. (BPI), a leading provider of human-centered solutions for property development and management, head-quartered in Vancouver, BC.
Sally leverages her expertise in brand and digital development, strategic market expansion and executive leadership to drive profitable growth, transformation, and innovation in high growth organizations.
At BPI she oversees the Customer, Technology, Data and Analytics, and Corporate Strategic Planning divisions.
Prior to BPI, Sally was a member of the Executive Team at Aritzia for over a decade. As Senior Vice President, she led Aritzia’s Marketing and Creative functions, guiding the brand through rapid expansion in Canada and the US.
Sally began her career in Brand Management at Procter & Gamble, holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School.
Wednesday, June 25 at 10:00 a.m.
School of Business + Media
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Alan Waterman , Retired Faculty, Broadcast and Online Journalism
Sophie Hansen , Broadcast and Online Journalism, Diploma
School of Business + Media
Kenton Low, Dean
Kristine Thompson , Associate Dean, Business Administration and Financial Management
Daniel Getz , Associate Dean, Broadcast and Media Communications
Morgan Westcott , Interim Associate Dean, Digital Arts, Media and Design
Program Heads
Christine German
Broadcast and Online Journalism
Henry Leung
Digital Design and Development
Bob Kreut and Aldrich Chung
3D Modeling, Art and Animation
Masih Ferdosian
Graphic Communications Technology
David Berrington
Human Resource Management, Diploma
Program
Broadcast and Media Communications
Diploma
• Broadcast and Online Journalism
• Radio Arts and Entertainment
• Television and Video Production
Digital Arts
Advanced Diploma
• Technical Arts
Diploma
• 3D Modeling, Art, and Animation
• Digital Design and Development
• Graphic Communications
• New Media Design and Web Development
Certificate
• Communication Design Essentials (BCIT/Emily Carr)
• Graphic Design
• Media Techniques and Marketing Communications
• Media Techniques for Business
• New Media Design and Web Development
• Web Technologies
Edward Fajardo and Tonja Sokolova
New Media Design and Web Development
Brian Wiebe
Radio Arts and Entertainment
Michael Monks
Technical Arts
Sia Dezvareh
Television and Video Production
Human Resource Management Diploma
• Human Resource Management Certificate
• Advanced Human Resource Management
• Human Resource Management
KEYNOTE
Asifa Samji
Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, Stantec
Asifa Samji is a dynamic and accomplished leader currently serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Stantec.
With a strong background in business and science, Asifa brings a unique blend of strategic insight and technical expertise to her role. She has a passion for developing high-performance teams and supporting driven individuals in their efforts to achieve their best. Asifa believes in the power of an inclusive work culture where the promotion of good ideas and diverse perspectives is synonymous with business success.
Currently accountable for all human resources programs and support for over 32,000 employees at Stantec, Asifa and her team focus on attracting, retaining, and developing individuals with strong technical expertise who are inspired by their work and highly engaged with their tasks, clients, and communities.
Asifa previously served as the business leader for revenue growth in Stantec’s Environmental Services business, providing services to various clients in the energy, commercial, and public sectors. Asifa’s leadership has been instrumental in positioning Stantec as a top employer in the industry. Her ability to navigate complex challenges and implement effective solutions has earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor and visionary leader.
Throughout her varied career, she has gained valuable perspectives by supporting others. This includes mentoring for the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and the Women’s Executive Network (WXN) mentorship programs.
She serves in advisory and board roles with the BCIT Alumni Association and Board of Governors, the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies for BC, the Business Council for BC, and the International Federation of Consulting Engineers Business Practice Committee.
Asifa was recognized with WXN’s Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women Award in 2015 for her contributions to her industry and the community.
Wednesday, June 25 at 2:30 p.m.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Brian Wiebe , Program Head, Radio Arts and Entertainment
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Colin Jones , BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Hardeep Mehrotara , Vice President, Information Systems & Technology, Concert Properties
Presentation of Credentials
Greetings from the Alumni Association
Farhan Virji , Director, BCIT Alumni Association
Valedictory Address
Justin Saint , Computer Systems Technology, Diploma
Computer Systems – Data Communications and Internetworking
Patrick Guichon
Computer Systems – Database
Marco Ho
Computer Systems – Digital Processing
Bruce Link
Computer Systems – Information Systems
Pat McGee
Computer Systems – Predictive Analytics
Albert Wei
Computer Systems – Programming Paradigms
Mirela Gutica
Computer Systems – Technical Programming
Jeremy Holman
Full-Stack Web Development
Kevin Cudihee
Computer Systems – Flexible Learning and Industry Services
Kevin Cudihee
Applied Data Analytics and Computer Systems, Certificate
Michael Whyte
Front-End Web Developer
Office Administrator with Technology
Craig Watson
Software Systems Developer – Web Programmer
Orrett Morgan
Technology Support Professional
Jennifer Talman
Forensic Health Sciences
Forensic Investigation – Fraud and Financial Crime
Raymond Yu
Forensic Investigation – Computer Crime, and Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity
Ken Schulz
Forensic Investigation – Crime and Intelligence Analysis
David McKay
Forensic Investigation – Forensic Science
Jason Moore
Joint UBC-BCIT Combined Honours in Biochemistry and Forensic Science
Program
Bachelor of Science
• Applied Computer Science
• Flexible Learning
• Game Development
• Network Security Administration Development
Bachelor of Technology
• Computer Systems
• Computer Systems Game Development
• Computer Systems Network Security Diploma
• Computer Information Technology
• Computer Systems
• Computer Systems
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Client Server
• Cloud Computing
• Combined Web and Mobile
• Data Communications and Internetworking
• Database
• Digital Processing
• Information Systems
∂ Predictive Analytics
∂ Programming Paradigms
• Tech Entrepreneur
• Technical Programming
• Full-Stack Web Developer
Computer Systems Flexible Learning and Industry Services Diploma
• Computer Systems
• Certificate Applied Data Analytics
• Computer Systems
High-Tech Professional Programs Certificate
• Front-End Web Developer
• Technology Support Professional
• Office Administrator with Technology
• Software Systems Developer – Web Programmer
Forensic Science and Technology
Graduate Certificate
• Forensic Health Sciences
• Forensic Investigation – Fraud and Financial Crime
Bachelor of Technology
• Forensic Investigation
• Computer Crime
• Crime and Intelligence Analysis
• Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
• Forensic Science
Bachelor of Science Combined Honours with UBC
• Combined Honours in Biochemistry and Forensic Science
Advanced Certificate
• Forensic Investigation
• Crime and Intelligence Analysis
• Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
• Forensic Science
• General Criminalistics
KEYNOTE
Hardeep Mehrotara
Vice President, Information Systems & Technology, Concert Properties
Hardeep Mehrotara has 20+ years of experience in Information Technology and Cyber Security working in senior leadership roles for public and private organizations. He is currently the Vice President of Information Systems Technology responsible for IT and OT environments at Concert Properties.
Hardeep has a significant background in building technology and security programs from the ground up and leading high-performance teams. He has been featured on CTV and Global TV as a Cyber Expert and volunteers his time for various Canadian colleges and universities including serving as the Chair of the BCIT Forensics Program Advisory Committee.
Hardeep was named 2023 Top Cybersecurity Leaders by Security Magazine and invited as an expert speaker at various local and international cyber security events.
Hardeep also serves in the Canadian Forces as an officer responsible for cyber force development, cyber missions, and training.
He holds an MBA from McGill Executive Institute, Management of Technology from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and an Honours Degree in Computer Crime & Forensics from BCIT.
He has a strong background in law enforcement. Hardeep has collaborated with some of the top cybersecurity experts around the world in co-authoring technical security benchmarks and controls at the Centre of Internet Security and World Economic Forum.
Thursday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m.
School of Energy
School of Transportation
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Alan Waterman , Retired Faculty, Broadcast and Online Journalism
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Stepan Vdovine , BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Sean Baxter, Director, Marine Operations & Harbour Master, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
• Automotive Service Technician and Operations Cooperative
• Automotive Technician Apprenticeship
• Automotive Technician Apprenticeship – GM ASEP
• Commercial Transport Apprenticeship
• Heavy Duty Equipment Tech Apprenticeship
• Heavy Duty Truck Technology
• Marine Mechanical Technician Apprenticeship
• Motorcycle and Power Equipment Mechanic Apprenticeship
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprenticeship
Keith Miller Logistics
Amanda Koehler Motorcycle
Lee Achtemichuk, George Coman and Tony Upton Motive Power, and Heavy Mechanical Trades
Vince Jones Railway
Industry Partnership Certificate
• Advanced Gas Turbine
Certificate
• Autobody Repair and Refinishing Technician Foundation
• Automotive Technician Foundation
• Automotive Technician Foundation
• Honda/Acura
• Toyota
• Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation
• Motorcycle Technician Foundation
• Marine Mechanical Technician Foundation
KEYNOTE
Sean Baxter Director, Marine Operations & Harbour Master, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Sean Baxter began his maritime career in 2005 at the BCIT Marine Campus, as a student in the Nautical Sciences Diploma program—a Transport Canadaaccredited cadet co-op education program designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the commercial marine industry. Students are trained to use technological and navigational equipment on a wide range of ships and are equipped to enter the industry as Deck Officers.
After gaining experience through an international seafaring career aboard bulk carriers, tankers, passenger vessels, and with the Canadian Coast Guard, Sean came ashore in 2011 to join the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Since then, he has progressed through a range of increasingly senior roles within Marine Operations.
In addition to a Nautical Sciences Diploma from BCIT, Sean continued his education and earned a Bachelor in Maritime Studies from Memorial University, Graduate Diploma Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University (SFU).
Today, Sean is a key member of the senior leadership team at the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, as Director, Marine Operations & Harbour Master. He champions the organization’s purpose of enabling Canada’s trade by being reliable and innovative, while protecting the environment through providing leadership and guidance in all facets of port marine logistics and operations.
Sean lives with his family in Coquitlam, the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) First Nation. He gives back to his community by coaching youth hockey, lacrosse, and baseball.
Thursday, June 26 at 2:30 p.m.
School of Health Sciences
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Julia Foy, Faculty, Broadcast and Online Journalism
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Stepan Vdovine , BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Chris Revitt , Manager, Facilities Maintenance, City of Burnaby
Presentation of Credentials
Greetings from the Alumni Association
Mandy Harris , Director, BCIT Alumni Association
Valedictory Address
Celine Loriot , Bachelor of Science, Nursing
School of Health Sciences
Lisa Chu , Dean
Shelley Fraser, Associate Dean, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Treena Cardiff, Associate Dean, Diagnostics
Jennifer Elliott , Associate Dean, Laboratory and Allied Health
Kathy Kennedy, Associate Dean, Specialty Nursing
Program Heads
NURSING
Kathleen Fairey, Inder Grewal, Trudi Howatt, Jill Kerrigan, Jim Hunter, and Lynn Axford
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Janet Morrison
Bachelor of Science, Specialty Nursing
Ludmila Krapchan
Critical Care Nursing
Soraida Ramazzini
Emergency Nursing
Jean Dehaan
High Acuity Specialty
LABORATORY AND ALLIED HEALTH
Dale Chen
Bachelor of Technology, Environmental Public Health
Farzad Kassam
Clinical Genetics Technology
Kristi McIntosh
Electroneurophysiology
Erin Friesen
Food Technology
Sarah McLeod
Honours in Biotechnology (Joint Diploma BCIT/UBC)
DIAGNOSTICS
Ray Lee
Bachelor of Health Science, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Bachelor of Technology, Medical Imaging
Lorraine Clarke-Roe
Bachelor of Science, Radiation Therapy
Anthony Chan
Biomedical Engineering
Lisa Gowans
Cardiology Technology
Cardiac Sciences
Tami Riley
Cardiovascular Perfusion
Annie Silveira
Neonatal Nursing
Tony Chacon
Nephrology Nursing
Tara Hodgson
Pediatric Critical Care
Siwon Kim
Perinatal Nursing
Cindy Chiang
Perioperative Nursing
Julien Pho
Medical Laboratory Science
Bobby Sidhu
Occupational Health and Safety
Loren Schubert
Prosthetics and Orthotics
David Wood
Occupational Health and Safety, Certificate
Heather Bourke and Ken Marken
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, General and Cardiac
Glynda Rees
Digital Health
Shan Satoglu
Health Leadership
Denise Poelzer
Medical Radiography Technology
Thomas Wong
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Heather Bourke and Ken Marken
Sonography, Advanced Diploma
Program
Nursing and Specialty Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Specialty Nursing
• Critical Care
• Emergency Nursing
• High Acuity
• Neonatal
• Nephrology
• Pediatric
• Perinatal
• Perioperative
Advanced Certificate
• Specialty Nursing
• Critical Care
• Critical Care/Emergency
• Emergency Nursing
• High Acuity
• Neonatal
• Nephrology
• Pediatric Nursing
• Perinatal
• Perioperative
Laboratory and Allied Health
Bachelor of Environmental Public Health
Environmental Health
• Advanced Diploma
• Clinical Genetics Technology Diploma
• Electroneurophysiology
• Food Technology
• Honours in Biotechnology (Joint BCIT/UBC)
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Prosthetics and Orthotics Certificate
• Occupational Health and Safety
Diagnostics
Bachelor of Health Science
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Bachelor of Technology
• Medical Imaging Bachelor of Science
• Radiation Therapy
Advanced Diploma
• Sonography Diploma
• Biomedical Engineering Technology
• Cardiology Technology
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Medical Radiography
• Nuclear Medicine
Advanced Certificate
• Cardiac Sciences
• Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology
• Cardiovascular Technology
• Electrophysiology Technology
• Cardiovascular Perfusion
• Health Leadership
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Digital Health
KEYNOTE
Chris Revitt Manager, Facilities Maintenance, City of Burnaby
Chris Revitt is a dynamic leader, community builder, and advocate for positive change. He has worked for the City of Burnaby for 25 years and is currently the Manager of Facilities Maintenance, where he leads with a commitment to safety, collaboration, and innovation.
Beyond his professional role, Chris is deeply engaged in community service. He is a member of the Burnaby Urban Search and Rescue team and was recently deployed to Thailand to assist international rescue efforts —an experience that reinforced his dedication to service and teamwork under the most challenging conditions.
Chris is also the co-founder of Intentional Acts of Kindness, a charity focused on inspiring everyday actions that make a meaningful difference. His work as a certified executive coach, speaker, and facilitator reflects his passion for empowering others, fostering strong communities, and creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and motivated to grow.
At the heart of Chris’ journey are his three daughters, who inspire him daily to lead with integrity, resilience, and compassion. Whether he’s speaking to future safety professionals, coaching emerging leaders, or building community initiatives, Chris brings energy, authenticity, and a deep commitment to making the world a better, safer place.
Chris is a proud 2018 graduate of the BCIT Occupational Health and Safety program. He is honoured to return to BCIT as a keynote speaker, to give back to the institute that helped shape his career and to encourage everyone to lead with purpose, kindness, and courage. He wishes all the graduates much success with a reminder that the most powerful change we can create starts with the smallest of intentional acts.
Friday, June 27 at 10:00 a.m.
School of Construction and the Environment
PROGRAM
Master of Ceremonies
Brian Wiebe , Program Head, Radio Arts and Entertainment
Academic Procession
Platform Party Procession
Candidates’ Procession
Welcome
William George Thomas , Tsleil-Waututh Nation
M’Girl Music , Aboriginal Women’s Ensemble
O Canada
Elizabeth Irving
Opening
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President, BCIT
Greetings from the Board
Corry Anderson-Fennell , BCIT Board of Governors
Keynote Speaker
Mark Angelo CM, OBC, DSc.,MSc. , Chair and Founder, BC and World Rivers Day
Presentation of Credentials
Greetings from the Alumni Association
Mike Battistel , Director, BCIT Alumni Association
Valedictory Address
Immanuel Eum , Architectural and Building Technology, Diploma
School of Construction and the Environment
Guido Wimmers , Dean
Michael Currie, Associate Dean, Building Design and Construction – Technology
David Dunn , Associate Dean, Building Design and Construction – Trades
Steven Kuan , Associate Dean, Engineering and Geospatial Technologies
James Cai , Associate Dean, Industrial Construction
Steve Finn , Associate Dean, Natural Resources and Environment
Program Heads
Esti Jacobs
Architectural and Building Technology
Jody Patterson
Architectural Science
Rodrigo Mora
Building Science
Sudip Talukdar
Civil Engineering
Deb Parliament
Construction Management
Ajmer Sekhon
Construction Operations and Supervision
Douglas Ransome
Ecological Restoration
Goran Kristic
Environmental Engineering Technology
Laurie Stott
Fish, Wildlife, and Recreation
Department Heads
David Dunn
Carpentry, Framing and Forming
Clarence Burlock and Ted Simmons
Electrical
Mike McKoryk
Steel Trades
Mark Flynn
Welding
Julia Alards-Tomalin
Forest and Natural Areas Management
Mike Hill
Geographic Information Systems
Mark Dailey
Geomatics
Tiia Manson
Bachelor of Interior Design
Manon Pace
Interior Design – Diploma
Lori Burns
Interior Design, Part-time studies
Grace Rodrigues Sikich
Interior Design, Certificate
Lori Boyd
Kitchen and Bath Design
Shawna Waberi
Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering
Program
Master of Applied Science
• Building Engineering/Building Science
Master of Engineering
• Building Science
Master of Science
• Ecological Restoration
Graduate Certificate
• Building Energy Modelling
Bachelor of Architectural Science
• Architectural Science
Bachelor of Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering
Bachelor of Interior Design
Bachelor of Science
• Ecological Restoration
• Geomatics
Bachelor of Technology
• Construction Management
• Environmental Engineering
• Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Diploma
• Geographic Information Systems
Diploma – Technology
• Architectural and Building Technology
• Civil Engineering
• Fish, Wildlife and Recreation
• Forest and Natural Areas Management
• Geomatics Engineering Technology
• Interior Design
• Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology
• Residential Interiors
Diploma – Trades
• Boilermaker Apprenticeship
• Carpentry Apprenticeship
• Electrical Apprenticeship
• Gasfitting Apprenticeship
• Heat and Frost Insulator Apprenticeship
• Ironworker Apprenticeship
• Joinery (Cabinetmaker) Apprenticeship
• Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship
• Plumbing Apprenticeship
• Sheet Metal Apprenticeship
• Steamfitting Apprenticeship
• Welder Apprenticeship
Advanced Certificate
• Automated Controls Installation and Maintenance
• Building Controls and Energy Management
• Geographic Information Systems
• Renewable Energy Electrical Systems Installation and Maintenance
• Sustainable Energy Management Certificate
• Architectural and Building Technology
• Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician
• Architectural
• Structural
• Boilermaker Foundation
• Carpentry Framing and Forming Foundation
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Construction Estimating
• Electrical Foundation
• Interior Design
• Interior Design Fundamentals
• Ironworker Foundation
• Joinery (Cabinetmaker) Foundation
• Metal Fabricator Foundation
• Piping Foundation
• Security Systems Technician
• Sheet Metal Foundation
• Welder Foundation
KEYNOTE
Mark Angelo CM, OBC, DSc., MSc.
Chair and Founder, BC and World Rivers Day
Mark Angelo is a globally renowned river conservationist, speaker, writer, and paddler.
He is the Chair and Founder of BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day, now celebrated by millions of people in over 100 countries. Mark is a recipient of the Order of Canada and the Order of BC for his efforts to protect and restore rivers both locally and around the world.
He has paddled more than 1,000 rivers in well over 100 countries, perhaps more than any other individual. His work has been the subject of several feature films and Emmy-winning TV specials. Mark has written hundreds of essays and articles for major newspapers, as well as several books, from the recently released River Magic: Tales from a Life on 1000 Rivers, to the acclaimed children’s book The Little Creek That Could, which tells the story of BCIT’s own Guichon Creek.
Mark was the longtime head of the BCIT Fish, Wildlife, and Recreation program. Over his career, he has led numerous river conservation and restoration efforts, and his work has been formally recognized by many countries, as well as the United Nations.
He has also received Honorary Doctorates from Simon Fraser University and Trent University. Through his work with print, television, and film media, Mark has effectively profiled river issues around the world, and his newest film, The Rewilders, will be released this fall. Mark continues to mentor an array of non-government organizations and youth with an interest in rivers and water.
Who are we?
We are the focused. The driven. Those who need to understand.
We are the ambitious. The entrepreneurial. Those who never stop innovating.
We are the initiators. The uncompromising. Those who know it can be done sustainably.
We are the relentless. The inspired. Those who have conquered the complexity.
