Are you looking to start or change your career?
Join us Tuesday, December 13 at our Surrey Campus for an Open House event for our Education Assistant program.
This event will help you plan your career journey and show you how Vancouver Career College can help you achieve your goals of becoming an education assistant. Sign up today!
Congratulations to our latest graduates! The Abbotsford campus will be hosting a graduation ceremony on Friday, January 20th, 2023, at 1:00pm at the Christian Life Assembly in Langley.
This will be an amazing opportunity to celebrate all the hard work our graduates have done during their time at Vancouver Career College. Doors will open at 11am for grads to check in and get prepared for the event.
We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating with you.
Christian Life Assembly
21277 56 Ave, Langley
On September 30th, Vancouver Career College’s Abbotsford campus will be hosting a healing walk in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
This walk will take place to recognize the impact residential schools have had on indigenous communities across Canada and to bring people together in order to heal wounds and bridge divides.
Following the walk the campus will be hosting a BBQ. This will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss the meaning of this National Holiday and make new connections within the community.
Vancouver Career College believes that supporting diverse communities helps to make us stronger.
Share your Orientation Day experience with us at Vancouver Career College and use the hashtag #firstdayvancareer on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for a chance to win a $75 gift card!
The contest is available to all Vancouver Career College students. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00 am on August 15, 2022, to11:59 pm on September 30, 2022. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Hello Vancouver Career College! We are launching a Practicum Contest this Summer to give students a chance to win a $50 gift card from June 1st to July 31st. Simply share your practicum experiences by sending photos of your practicum or employment to us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram or to your Social Media Ambassador. Social Media Ambassadors who forward images or videos to social@career.college will also have a chance to win a $50 gift card.
This contest is open to all Vancouver Career College current and previous students. The contest runs from 9:00am on June 1, 2022, to 11:59pm on July 31, 2022. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
#GetReal – It's CMHA’s Mental Health Week, and we know that self-care is essential to well-being. Tag a friend who you'd share a care package with. Use the hashtag #GetReal to enter to win a $50 gift card.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on May 3 to 4:00pm on May 27, 2022. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Win a chance to have a free pizza lunch at your campus by sharing your volunteer experiences via photos and/or videos with your Social Media Ambassador by April 22, 2022.
Increase your chance of winning this competition by sending us multiple images and videos. The more you send, the more chances you have! Participation is required for you to be eligible.
Good luck!
Celebrate and show appreciation to all pets and win some treats for your furry friends! Post a picture of your pet(s) and tag us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for a chance to win a $50 PetSmart gift card.
This contest is available to all Canadian residents. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from April 11 - 15, 2022.
This Women's Day at Vancouver Career College, we want to appreciate and empower the beautiful community we’ve built by hosting a Women's Day Contest in honour of the inspirational women in our lives.
The contest is open to all Canadian residents. One entry per person per platform (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter). The contest runs from 8:00am PST on March 8, 2022 to 11:59pm PST on March 8, 2022.
Participants must tag the most inspirational woman in their life in the comment section of the contest post.
Two $10 Starbucks gift cards will be awarded by random draw: one to the winner and one to their inspiration.
Join Us!
In a world filled with uncertainties, it is more important than ever to come together in our schools, workplaces, and online to demonstrate kindness, and provide support for those who need it most. We want to build inclusive communities where everyone feels welcomed.
Vancouver Career College is hosting a fundraiser to aid in helping to end bullying across Canada from now until Wednesday, February 23rd. All proceeds from the fundraiser will be donated to the CKNW Kid’s Fund. Click here to show your support.
This year’s event will take place virtually. We will be posting on our social channels leading up to Pink Shirt Day, and we want to hear from you! Additionally, we have an A/R filter for Instagram that you can use to show your support.
Share our posts with your friends, and tell us your stories of kindness. For every engagement on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, Vancouver Career College will be contributing 25 cents toward the fundraiser.
Help us make our communities be more kind and inclusive. Lift Each Other Up.
As we continue to ring in 2022, let's look back at some of the biggest music hits on Spotify from 2021. To make things even sweeter, we’re giving away a Spotify gift card for 3 months of FREE Premium subscription in this next giveaway. So comment on your favourite song from this blog post below on the original social post on either Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per social media platform (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) per person. The contest runs on January 10, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm to January 28 at 4:00pm. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
A new year's resolution is a promise a person makes for the new year. What promise are you making to yourself this year?
Comment your new year's resolutions in the comment section, to enter to win a $50 gift card. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on January 4 to 4:00pm on January 17, 2022. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The contest runs from January 4 to January 17.
The holidays are right around the corner and we're giving out Starbucks gift cards every week to treat you. Tag a friend in the comment section to enter to win yourself a festive beverage on us.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are eligible for the contest. One entry per social media platform (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) per person. The contest runs on December 23, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Three (3) grand prizes will be awarded to the winners by random draw.
The holidays are right around the corner and we're giving out Starbucks gift cards every week to treat you. Tag a friend in the comment section to enter to win yourself a festive beverage on us.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are eligible for the contest. One entry per social media platform (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)per person. The contest runs on December 17, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Four (4) grand prizes will be awarded to the winners by random draw.
It's the most festive time of the year, and we've put together a holiday giveaway that you don't want to miss. The rules are simple: Tag a friend on the social post, and you both enter to win a $100 gift card each.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on December 13, 2021 to 4:00pm on December 23, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The holidays are right around the corner and we're giving out Starbucks gift cards every week to treat you. Tag a friend in the comment section to enter to win yourself a festive beverage on us.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are eligible for the contest. One entry per social media platform (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) per person. The contest runs on December 10, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Four (4) grand prizes will be awarded to the winners by random draw.
Support Vancouver Career College as we tackle hunger this holiday season. You can be a part of our Holiday Food Drive initiative by bringing in non-perishables to the campus from December 6th to December 24th. For every donation you make, the college will give 25 cents to Food Banks Canada. Students are also encouraged to take what they need from the venue.
Can't make it to one of our campuses? Show your support for the event on social media and we will donate 25 cents for every like, share, and comment made!
The holidays are right around the corner and we're giving out Starbucks gift cards every week. Tag a friend in the comment section to enter to win yourself a festive beverage on us.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are eligible for the contest. One entry per social media platform (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) per person. The contest runs on December 3, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Four (4) grand prizes will be awarded to the winners by random draw.
This year we're giving away treats and no tricks! The rules are simple: Tag two friends in the comments that you'd share candy with and enter to win $50 worth of delicious snacks and Halloween candy from Amazon for each person.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on October 20, 2021 to 4:00pm on October 31, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
On September 30th, we honour the survivors and victims of residential schools by wearing orange shirts because #EveryChildMatters. Orange Shirt Day is the annual day to acknowledge and raise awareness of the residential school system and support Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Join us in the spirit of reconciliation by purchasing a unique, student-designed orange shirt from one of our campuses to honour #OrangeShirtDay before September 30, 2021. See campus locations here.
Tell us what you're most looking forward to when school starts this September for a chance to win a $50 gift card!
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on August 2, 2021 to 4:00pm on August 31, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
It's contest time, and we want to see where our grads are working. This June and July, take a photo at work and tell us about it for a chance to win a Vancouver Career College swag bag up to $75 in value. You gain a double entry if you got hired in June or July. Good luck, everyone!
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on June 1, 2021 to 4:00pm on July 31, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
#GetReal – It's CMHA’s Mental Health Week and we know that gratitude and social connections are essential to well-being. Tag three friends you are grateful to have in your life in the contest post on our social channels. Use the hashtag #GetReal to enter to win an Amazon gift card to buy a care package of your choice.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on May 3 to 4:00pm on May 27, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The contest runs from May 3 to May 27.
As National Volunteer Week is less than a week away, we're running a National Volunteer Week Contest. Send us photos of your recent volunteer experiences for a chance to win a $75 gift card and win a charity donation worth $75 for a Canadian charity of your choice.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on April 16 to 4:00pm on April 24, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The contest runs from April 16 to April 24.
Since National Pet Day is right around the corner it’s only fitting that we have another fun photo contest. We want to see your pets for this next giveaway. Send us a picture of your furry or non-furry pal and enter to win a $50 PetSmart gift card!
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on April 5 to 4:00pm on April 18, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The contest runs April 5 to April 18.
You may have heard about this new trend taking off on the internet. Basically, we want to see your first interactions with Vancouver Career College and then share a recent picture of how that is currently going. For example, your first day of school vs your last day of school. To enter this contest, DM us your before after experience for a chance to win an Instax mini camera!
Vancouver Career College employees are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on March 10 to 4:00pm on March 27, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner and their tagged friend by random draw.
The contest runs from March 10 to March 27.
In celebration of International Women's Day, we're running a special women's Day Contest. Tag a woman in the comment section who has inspired you to be a better person to enter to win 2 $10 Starbucks Gift Cards for you and your friend.
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). The contest runs from 9:00am on March 1 to 4:00pm on March 8, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner and their tagged friend by random draw.
The contest runs from March 1 to March 8.
Do you have any new year's resolutions that you want to share? To enter to win a $ 50 gift card, leave your new years resolution in the comment section and tag 2 friends to start off the year right. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). Contest runs from 9:00am on January 6 to 3:00pm on January 27, 2021. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
The contest runs from January 6 to January 27.
The spirit of giving is still among us, and we 8 giveaways coming up this month! This holiday, we’re doing 8 giveaways on December 8, 10, 15 and 17 at the following times with the following prizes:
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Date and Time |
Prize |
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December 8 at 8am |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
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December 8 at 12pm |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
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December 10 at 8am |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
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December 10 at 12pm |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
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December 15 at 12pm |
$25 Skip the Dishes gift card |
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December 17 at 8am |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
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December 17 at 12pm |
$5 Tim Horton's gift card |
The contest is available to all Canadian residents. One entry per person per platform. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One (1) prize for individual giveaway listed in the table above.
To be eligible for the contest, answer each contest prompt by adding a comment on the contest with your answer.
Contest rules and prizes can be changed at the discretion of Vancouver Career College.
Give someone the gift of a $100 grocery gift card! Tag a friend you think deserves to win, and they will be entered to win a $100 grocery gift card. You may be lucky and get something in return too! The contest runs from December 1-15. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest.
One entry per platform per person on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Between November 2 and November 10, vote on the social media image by commenting 1, 2, or 3 for the best mustache, and you could win you a $25 gift card! The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest.
One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). Contest runs from 9:00am on November 2 to 3:00pm on November 20, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
HALLOWEEN CONTEST: TAG A FRIEND YOU'D SHARE CANDY WITH
Want to win a $50 gift card? Tag a friend you will share your candy with as a comment on the contest post to enter. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Twitter, and Instagram). Contest runs from 9:00am on October 19th to 11:59pm on October 31st. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
LIKE-TO-WIN HALLOWEEN CONTEST ON FACEBOOK:
Enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card. Simply like our album contest post on Facebook to enter and be sure you're one of the first 200 people to like the post. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform on Facebook. Contest runs from 9:00am on October 19th to 11:59pm on October 31st. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Your thank-you note could win you a $50 gift card! Simply write a comment on one of our social media channels contest post to enter. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest.
One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). Contest runs from 9:00am on October 6 to 10:00pm on October 12, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Your #firstdayvancareer memory could win you a $50 gift card! Send us a photo and a story to enter. The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram).
Send it as a direct message, tag us on a public post, or post using the hashtag #vancouvercareercollege. Contest runs from 9:00am on September 11 to 5:00pm on September 17, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Want to win a $50 gift card? Send us a selfie of you studying (or have someone take a photo of you studying) The contest is available to all Canadian residents. Employees of Vancouver Career College are not eligible for the contest. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram).
Send it as a direct message, tag us on a public post, or post using the hashtag #vancouvercareercollege. Contest runs from 9:00am on August 18 to 5:00pm on August 24, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
Enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card with your pet plant!
Send us a picture of your favourite house, garden, park or neighbourhood plant! The contest is available to all Canadians. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). Send it as a direct message, tag us on a public post, or post using the hashtag #vancouvercareercollege. Contest runs from 9:00am on July 14 to 5:00pm on July 20, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
What are you having for breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Send us a picture of your latest home-cooked (or takeout) meal and enter to win a $50 gift card! The contest is available to all Canadians. One entry per platform per person (on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). Send it as a direct message, tag us on a public post, or post using the hashtag #vancouvercareercollege. Contest runs from 9:00am on June 16 to 5:00pm on June 22, 2020. One (1) grand prize will be awarded to the winner by random draw.
A Medical Spa Therapy Workshop is coming to Burnaby campus next month!
See demonstrations of the latest in laser technology — DermaLase IPL laser machine — and learn the basics of Swedish massage. Plus, get a tour of the facilities and see what it would be like to study Med Spa in Burnaby. Sign up now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/new-medical-spa-therapy-workshop-tickets-99450252382
April 2, 2020
4:30-6pm
Burnaby campus
Vancouver Career College presents... Pink Shirt Day!
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
This year, lift each other up and purchase a pink T-shirt* to support anti-bullying initiatives at your campus. All proceeds collected will be donated to the CKNW Kids' Fund.
Speak to your campus director or see reception to purchase your pink shirt.
*Minimum suggested donation: $5
Congratulations to the fall class of 2019! The Abbotsford and Chilliwack Graduation 2019 ceremony will be held on Friday, November 15th at 6:00pm at the Cascade Community Church in Abbotsford.
We will be celebrating our graduates from Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. Doors open at 5:00pm for check-in.
Pacific Academy
35190 Delair Road
Abbotsford, BC
Congratulations to the fall class of 2019! The BC Graduation 2019 ceremony will be held on Saturday, November 2nd at 10:30am at the Pacific Academy in Surrey.
We will be celebrating our graduates from Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey, and Vancouver campuses. Doors open at 9:00am for check-in.
We will also be collecting for our local food bank - please bring dry or canned good for donation. See you there!
Pacific Academy
10238 168 Street, Surrey BC
On October 23, join us for an ECE Networking Event at Coquitlam campus from 6-8pm.
Meet with your fellow peers and instructors, talk about current and future opportunities, and mingle over samosas and refreshments.
Previous ECE Coordinator at Vancouver Career College, Evelyn Tsai, will be joining us to speak about her experience as an instructor and how she went on to become the Co-Founder and Director of BrightStar Children’s Academy.
We will also be offering $1,000 scholarships for previous ECE grads who are looking to pursue the ECE Post Basic Infant/Toddler Specialization program.
See you there!
Join us for a commemorative BBQ lunch for Orange Shirt Day! We will be welcoming a number of Chilliwack Chiefs players — Jack Agnew, Xavier Henry, and Joey Larson — to partake in our festivities on Monday! We hope to see you then!
Orange Shirt Day is commemorated annually to witness and honour the healing journey of First Nations survivors and their families. It is an opportunity for the community to come together and support reconciliation and hope for future generations.
This September, Vancouver Career College is showing support of Orange Shirt Day, at our Abbotsford campus, with a series of FREE activities including a commemorative walk and drumming, BBQ, bannock, art installations, and hands-on workshops!
• Free blood pressure checks, blood typing, and ECGs
• Create an Idea Board with Early Childhood Education students
• Attend a Social Services Worker presentation
• Visit a featured, interactive Art Exhibit that highlights the exceptional story of a residential school survivor
Official Orange Shirt Day t-shirts and bracelets will be sold by donation. See you there!
On August 22 from 6-8pm, Vancouver Career College will be hosting a Provincial Workshop Day, which features FREE hands-on workshops and demos, so you can see what life as a student will be like! Make a change to your career, or start a new one, but the first step is attending and seeing the all the practical programs we have to offer! Just for attending, you will have the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship* towards your tuition.
Abbotsford Campus Workshops
Burnaby Campus Workshops
Chilliwack Campus Workshops
Coquitlam Campus Workshops
Surrey Campus Workshops
Vancouver Campus Workshops
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, August 22nd!
Let's celebrate the new grads from our Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Surrey, and Vancouver campuses. The 2019 BC graduation ceremony takes place on Saturday, May 4 at the Chandos Pattison Auditorium at the Pacific Academy in Surrey (10238 168 St, Surrey, BC V4N 1Z4). Doors and check-in are at 2:30pm and the ceremony is at 3pm. Congratulations to all of our grads!
Let's come together and take a stand against bullying. As part of Pink Shirt Day 2019 we are raising donations for the CKNW Kids' Fund, which supports programs that promote kindness, empathy, and compassion. Ask on campus for details on how you can take part.
Help us support our local food banks. Drop off your non-perishable donations on campus from December 1 to December 21. For every donation you make, the college will give 25 cents to Food Banks Canada.
You are invited to learn how you can train for a career in the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture. Visit our Burnaby Campus for an Info Session about our Acupuncture diploma program. You can also speak with our instructors, tour the campus, and learn how to get started in the program. Open House location: 212 – 5021 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C. Time: 12:30pm-2pm.
We're holding a Halloween Costume Contest with $300 in prizes. Get your photo taken in costume on campus on October 31 and you could win. See posters on campus or ask on campus for details.
You're invited to Vancouver Career College’s provincial open house. This is your opportunity to visit a campus near you and learn how you can train for your new career.
The open house takes place Thursday, August 23, 6:00pm-8:00pm at our Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Surrey, and Vancouver campuses.
Join us March 9th at the Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Rd, for the Vancouver Career College Abbotsford campus Graduation Ceremony. The event begins at 6:00 pm, and we look forward to sharing an evening celebrating the accomplishments of our outstanding graduates and wishing them well as they move into their exciting new careers!
Refreshments will be served after the ceremony.
Join us for the Open House at the Kelowna campus on Thursday, November 9 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm and discover how you can launch an exciting new career! Take a tour of the campus and learn about the Vancouver Career College experience from graduates, current students, and faculty.
Join us for the Open House in your area on Thursday, October 12 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm! Our campuses in Vancouver, Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, and Surrey welcome you to discover how you can launch an exciting new career! Take a tour of the campus and learn about the Vancouver Career College experience from graduates, current students, and faculty.