Boundary Bay Airshow 2019

ATC BBQ by BCITSA

YPK Airport Day

Pitt Meadows Regional Airport is asking for volunteers to help out at the Annual YPK Airport Day - Saturday June 01.

For further information, please click here or call Amanda to join the team!

BCITSA Professional HeadShot Day

The BCIT Student Association has booked a professional photographer in the ATC Hub for LinkedIn profile headshots on Tuesday, May 7, from 11:30am to 1:30pm.  

If you're looking to get a professional headshot photo for your LinkedIn profile just right, BCITSA’s Careers Services will provide professional headshots to BCIT Students and Alumni at the Aerospace Campus! 

This is a FREE service so come prepared to say ‘cheese’!  Career Specialist Larry Jung will also be on hand to give you 'tips and tricks' for your LinkedIn Profile.

If there are no more time-slots available or if you would like more information contact careerservices@bcitsa.ca.

*Please Note: it take 3-4 weeks to receive your photos. When they are ready someone will contact with details on how to get them.

RSVP on Career Track here to secure your time slot!
https://bcitsa-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php?mode=form&id=61b1c561ffa6e2e602448106dbb2d635&s=event&ss=ws&signin_tab=0

Get Involved with the Abbotsford Airshow!

For more information about how you can get involved with the Abbotsford Airshow in 2019, please click here

Achieve Anything Foundation

Last minute space still available for the Canadian Coast Guard event Saturday March 30^th – APPLY NOW! 

Operation: This IS You! is a series of completely FREE, hands-on experience events for girls & women (yes, adults & elders!). This week we have an incredible Search & Rescue event including a ride on the SAR Hovercraft in Richmond near YVR on Saturday March 30. On June 22 we have a day sail on a warship with the Royal Canadian Navy departing out of Vancouver BC.  Check back often - we’re adding new events all the time! Applications must be made in advance and those interested should carefully read the eligibility, event and application process details before applying for any event: www.achieveanything.ca/thisisyou.html

Applications are screened on a variety of factors and there are no right answers to any question. Overall, we’re simply looking for thorough, thoughtful and sincere answers in the applicant’s own words.

We do process applications right up until the event, however please impress upon those interested and eligible that they should not delay in sending in an application. Also note that the Coast Guard events have a minimum age of 14 (no upper limit) – other events may have differing minimum age limits due to liability reasons. Our signature annual event described in the attached and below has no limitations whatsoever and is completely free and open to everyone of any age, gender and citizenship.

Student Resource Fair

Aviation Operations students - check out the Student Resource Fair hosted by BCIT Student Services and  the Student Association to promote the services available to students.  The fair takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 20 from 10:00 AM -1:00 PM in the Hub. 

Just as a reminder, the  following departments that will be present:

·        Accessibility Services

·        Student Life + info about Counselling and Health Services

·        International Student Centre

·        Student Advising

·        Library

·        Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Office

·        Indigenous Services

·        Advocacy

·        Career Services

·        Student Development

·        Health & Wellness 

·        Health & Dental

·        Clubs

·        Link Magazine

·        Geared-up

·        Chartwells

·        Vancouver Coastal Health, Tobacco Reduction

There will be a popcorn machine and light snacks from Chartwells there as well!

Student Resource Fair

Airport Operations and Airline and Flight Operatons Students, explore BCIT and BCITSA student services available to you!  Participating Departments:

• ·        Accessibility Services
• ·        Student Life + info about Counselling and Health Services
• ·        International Student Centre
• ·        Student Advising
• ·        Library
• ·        Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Office
• ·        Indigenous Services
• ·        Advocacy
• ·        Career Services
• ·        Student Development
• ·        Health & Wellness
• ·        Health & Dental
• ·        Clubs
• ·        Link Magazine
• ·        Geared-up
• ·        Chartwells
• ·        Vancouver Coastal Health, Tobacco Reduction

Canadian Armed Forces Career Event Today

Canadian Armed Forces Info Session 

Current students and alumni are invited to learn about all the opportunities available with the Canadian Armed Forces - how they can support your career success and how you can serve our country at the same time.

Wednesday November 7, 2018

BCIT Aerospace Campus

Room 283

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Please register at:  https://www.bcitsa.ca/careerservices/events/

To learn more about the Canadian Armed Forces, check the web:  http://forces.ca/ 

Volunteer Opportunity: ATC 2018

Students, Graduates and Alumni

The Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) is looking for five dedicated students, graduates and/ or alumni to volunteer for the annual conference and trade show at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver.  The ATAC Conference is held from November 13 - 15, but volunteers are needed from the afternoon of Monday November 12 through to the end of the ATAC Conference on November 15. 

This is a great networking opportunity that comes at a very good time! Check out this link to learn more:   https://www.atac.ca/web/en/events/conference.html

Please contact Heather Madden-Johns to volunteer

BC Aviation Council - Youth Engagement Committee

BCAC is presently seeking volunteers to join its Youth Engagement Committee

The British Columbia Aviation Council is seeking 5-7 volunteers to join its new Youth Engagement Committee. 

 An ideal Youth Engagement Committee candidate is:

• ·         Passionate about aviation and aerospace
• ·         An excellent communicator
• ·         Able to work well within a team environment and independently
• ·         Willing to volunteer 5-10 hours per month (attend online or in-person planning meetings and Youth Engagement events, as needed)
• ·         Willing to make a one-year commitment to the team
• ·         Enthusiastic, accountable, action-oriented, and excited to become a leader in BC’s aviation and aerospace industry

We are seeking individuals to fill three senior positions, and four student positions on the committee. No previous experience is necessary.

BC Aviation Council Volunteers - Thank you

Airport Operations Class 23 Volunteers

By all accounts the 2018 Silverwings Awards Ceremony 2018 was a huge success, thanks in part to the volunteers from Airport Operations Class 23. These students manned the coat check, looked after registration, and supplied security for the Silent Auction in addition to many other tasks.

Thank you for your contribution, and for representing BCIT:  MannyGill, Andy Chen, Pawan Singh, Cody Yang, Mira Chang, Sabrina Nowshin, Albert Shen, Jonathan Mak and David Huang!
Photo credit to Mira Chang (thank you for sharing)

BCIT Student Association Employer Event

Calling all BCIT Aerospace Students and Alumni

Registration is now open for the 2018 Fall Aerospace Employer Event, which will be held on Tuesday October 30 from 1530 - 1830.  

This Career event is different than those held here at the ATC in the past.  This time around Employers will be hosting interested students in a classroom.  Each employer will host two events; one at 1600 and another at 1645.  This format will provide an opportunity to target specific employers or positions.  These two sessions will be followed by an open networking opportunity with snacks and prize draws.

Please register for two employer sessions of your choice before the end of day Friday, Oct 26.  For further information about the 2018 Fall Aerospace Employer Event, or to register, please click here

On top of the opportunity to meet great employers, you will also earn draw tickets for attending the employers presentations and for attending the networking session! 

Note:  You will need a  Career Track profile to register:  https://bcitsa-csm.symplicity.com/

Employers include:  Air Georgian, Avcorp, Canadian Armed Forces, G4S Aviation, Heli-one, Jazz Aviation LP, KF Aerospace, MTU, RS and Associates

Celebrate Flight!

Save the Date!

Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC)

2018 Canadian Aviation Conference & Tradeshow

Mark your calendar now!
ATAC Canadian Aviation Conference & Tradeshow
Tuesday, November 13 - Thursday, November 15, 2018
Westin Bayshore Hotel, Vancouver, BC

For further information, please click here

Save the Date: SWIFT

The SWIFT (Summer Winter Integrated Field Technologies) conference and trade show exists for the airport community to gather and learn about new pavement design, construction, evaluation and maintenance techniques, materials, chemicals, systems and equipment available to keep airports safe and operational while addressing any challenges, at minimal cost, during all seasons.

• Trade show offers up-front access to the latest airfield technologies.
• Over 30 technical and operational sessions.
• Networking with international and government delegates.

Save the Date:  Niagara Falls September 10-13, 2018 

For further information, or to register, please click here

Special Guest - Jeff Wittrup

Airline and Flight Operations Class 17

Airline and Flight Operations Class 17 was privileged today to have an impromptu meeting with Jeff Wittrup, Chief Pilot with Pacific Coastal Airlines.

Jeff dropped in to share his perspective with this great class of future pilots.  The growth predicted for the industry is certainly good news and we all came away very inspired! 
Thank you Jeff! 

BCITSA - Head Shot Day

Professional Headshots for Students and Alumni

The BCIT Student Association (BCITSA) will be holding a Professional Headshots Day for students and alumni on Wednesday, May 09, 2018.

Date:  Wednesday May 09

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Location: Aerospace Campus – The Hub

If you’re looking to get that professional LinkedIn picture just right, the BCITSA’s Careers Services will be providing professional headshots to BCIT Students and Alumni at the Aerospace Campus!

This is a FREE service so come prepared to say ‘cheese’! There will also be a Career Specialist at a table to give you ‘tips and tricks’ for your LinkedIn Profile. 

Click here to register for this great free event!  For more information contact careerservices@bcitsa.ca.

*Please Note: it take 3-4 weeks to receive your photos. 

Scholarship Opportunity - CHC Safety and Quality Summit 2018

CHC Helicopter and Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, announced today the opportunity for aviation students to apply for a number of grants to attend the 2018 CHC Safety & Quality Summit in Dallas this October. This partnership will support students with fully-funded travel and entrance to a renowned industry safety event, as well as a place on one of the leading Human Factors training courses in aviation.

The Peter Gardiner Grant, named after the late Dr. Peter Gardiner, a major figure in establishing and shaping the Summit in its early days, is provided by CHC in collaboration with Dr. Scott Shappell and Dr. Doug Wiegmann, co-developers of the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS).

Sikorsky, a key sponsor and long-time supporter of the Safety & Quality Summit, will award the Sikorsky Safety Scholarship to a deserving aviation student. Last year was the first time Sikorsky awarded the grant to send a student to the Summit and we are delighted to announce the continuation of this generous additional support.

Students interested in being considered for either of these grant opportunities must currently be engaged in an aviation-related educational program and will need to submit an application,

BC Aviation Council 2018 Conference

Book Hotel Before April 15th for $195 Rate
Celebrating Our 80th Anniversary, the May 15-17 "Facilitating Connections: Aviation, Airports, Aerospace" Conference is Ready for Fairmont Chateau Whistler

This year marks the BC Aviation Council's 80th Anniversary. What better way to celebrate than to invite our partners in the Airports, Aviation and Aerospace communities to join us as we discuss the events of today and take a peek into the future.

Join us and our speakers for this two day conference as they update us on current and emerging issues. Take a journey into the near and distant future and meet the players that represent and regulate our industry at the national table.