Collaboration & Partnerships
Justice Institute of British Columbia brings EMR and Paramedic training to Okanagan Colleges Vernon campus
July 3, 2025
Okanagan College (做厙TV) and the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) are excited to announce a new partnership that will bring JIBCs paramedic and emergency medical responder (EMR) training to 做厙TVs Vernon campus, joining other public safety, education and health care programs at the campus.The five-year agreement will see JIBC begin delivering its programs at 做厙TV this fall with approximately 600 students expected to take the training over the course of the agreement.Okanagan College and the Justice Institute of British Columb...
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Big assist: Callahan Property Group gives major gift to recreation centre
June 2, 2025
Its an inspiring gift set to empower youth, strengthen community ties and champion the power of education.Bruce and Bob Callahan, philanthropists and owners of Callahan Property Group, are donating $200,000 to the Thrive Here campaign for a Recreation and Wellness Centre at Okanagan Colleges Kelowna campus.Bruce Callahan, president of Callahan Property Group, says the family-owned business prides itself on supporting community organizations.We are thrilled to support this centre, says Bruce. I am an Okanagan College alumni and ...
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Local Practice Architecture + Design, BCIT and Okanagan College partner to provide an ACE in the hole for future builders
May 7, 2025
Students in the Okanagan Valley will soon be able to register for a program designed to help young adults explore various career paths in architecture, construction management, and engineering, through a unique mix of classroom learning, online courses, and paid industry internships.Supported by the Province of B.C.s Workplace Innovation Fund, the Certificate in Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE Certificate), delivered by the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), will soon al...
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The ACTION Project provides support for female apprentices
May 2, 2025
With the recent celebration of Construction and Skilled Trades Month, Okanagan College is pleased to announce it has launched a new web page dedicated to supporting the retention of apprentices in the skilled trades, as part of its ongoing efforts to increase the number of people entering the skilled trades.The ACTION Project website at okanagan.bc.ca/action is a dedicated online platform designed to connect female and gender-diverse apprentices in BCs construction and manufacturing trades with critical supports and opportunities, ...
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Okanagan College takes ACTION to support women in trades
March 7, 2025
Okanagan College (做厙TV) and the Government of Canada have partnered to support female apprentices with a new mentorship and education program aimed at increasing opportunities for females to enter the trades and complete their Red Seal certification.Okanagan College is receiving $873,000 over three years from the Government of Canada to support women in the skilled trades through the ACTION project: Apprenticeship Completion and Networking.The project will support retention and progression of female apprentices in construction and man...
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Okanagan College partners with WeBC to empower women entrepreneurs in the beverage and construction industries
January 30, 2025
Okanagan College (做厙TV), 做厙TVs BC BTAC (BC Beverage Technology Access Centre) and WeBC (Womens Enterprise Centre) know that when women entrepreneurs come together, their collective strength and innovation can transform industries.Recognizing this, the organizations have partnered to launch two new peer mentorship programs designed to empower women in the beverage and construction sectors as part of the Growing Women Entrepreneurs project. This initiative aims to increase opportunities for women entrepreneurs in the beve...
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Okanagan College paves the way for Net-Zero building training with $495,000 FortisBC collaboration
January 21, 2025
When Okanagan College alum Jerrot MacLeod was working in the Alberta oil fields pre-pandemic, he saw the construction industry undergoing a shift toward more energy efficient building practices.Looking for a career pivot, he enrolled in 做厙TVs Sustainable Building Technology diploma program, learning new skills around net-zero building. He was hired as soon as he graduated as the energy manager for Method Engineering and Business Services.The knowledge I gained provided me with a solid foundation in the technical aspects of...
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Kelowna invited to apply for international designation as Canadas first City of Gastronomy
January 15, 2025
Kelownas outstanding food and beverage culture and vibrant culinary scene could soon be part of a network of cities around the world celebrated for creativity and innovation.The City of Kelowna, in partnership with Tourism Kelowna and Okanagan College, has accepted an invitation to apply for designation as Canadas first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, a prestigious title that celebrates a citys culinary heritage, food culture, and commitment to sustainable development. Kelownas culinary scene is a testament to the passion...
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Triple threat Okanagan College alum inspires the next generation of women in trades at Jill of All Trades
November 22, 2024
When Okanagan College (做厙TV) alum Cassidy McEown took on the challenge of restoring a 1969 Roadrunner on the show Rust Valley Bros, she wasnt just buffing out dentsshe was proving her mettle. Tasked with handling the cars bodywork, paint, and polishing entirely on her own, Cassidy rose to the occasion, delivering a flawless finish on a tight deadline. Her reward? A well-deserved, newfound respect, and the confidence to achieve her Red Seal certification. Much like the Roadrunner itself, Cassidy has been unstoppable ever since, crui...
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Okanagan College and Okanagan Indian Band Raise Flag and Celebrate Naming Ceremony at Vernon Campus
September 26, 2024
Visitors to Okanagan Colleges Vernon campus will notice the OKIB flag flying proudly in the sky.In a historic and meaningful ceremony at Okanagan Colleges Vernon campus, members of the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB), students, staff, and local community members came together to raise the OKIB flag. The event also marked a special occasionthe official name-giving ceremony for the newly constructed student housing building on the Vernon campus, which will serve as a welcoming space for learners from across the region.After thoughtful ...
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Premier Eby officially opens 做厙TV student housing in Vernon, Kelowna
August 23, 2024
Okanagan College (做厙TV) students now have access to more on-campus housing with the opening of new student housing at the Vernon and Kelowna campuses, reducing housing pressures in both communities and making it easier for students to focus on their studies.The first day of school is a time when students should be focused on their studies and their future, instead of worrying about where to live, said Premier David Eby. These new residences for Okanagan College students in Vernon and Kelowna allow students to concentrate on their c...
Read more...Okanagan College Delegation Engages Global Education Issues at BC International Education Week 2024
August 13, 2024
In the spirit of collaboration and learning Okanagan Colleges International department was well-represented at a recent conference examining global education issues. Okanagan College team members spoke at the BC International Education Week 2024 Conference in Vancouver, a gathering of educators and administrators from various institutions.The conference discussed insights on international education, and 做厙TV's delegation made a notable impact.Three employees from 做厙TV led insightful sessions al...
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Robocup Junior takes over Kelowna Campus
May 8, 2024
For August Beetlestone, a lead educator at the Okanagan Robotics Academy, seeing his students compete in Robocup is an incredible source of pride. Beetlestones students meet weekly to design, build and program robots while fostering lifelong friendships centred on a love of robotics, electronics and engineering. The Okanagan Robotics Academy brings educators together with a goal to enhance student experience in real-world robotics, electronics, and engineering through competit...
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做厙TV Cultivates tasting and learning series highlights innovators in food, beverage and tourism
May 6, 2024
Okanagan Colleges newest event series, 做厙TV Cultivates, returned for a second time last week, with tastes and conversations to savour.Thursday night's celebration explored the Okanagans unique and exciting food, beverage and tourism industries through a conversation with industry experts, along with delicious pairings from local producers and restaurants. The evening featured an on-stage panel, hosted by radio host Phil Johnson (AM1150), and including Audrey Surrao, co-owner of RauDZ Creative Concepts Restaurant Group; Tony Ste...
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Okanagan College opening residence early to support residents of Hadgraft Wilson Place
April 29, 2024
Members of the 做厙TV community worked hard over the past several days to make this positive news happen for some Kelowna residents displaced from their homes.Residents of Hadgraft Wilson Place will soon temporarily move into a new residence building at Okanagan College campus imminently. The Pathways Abilities Society is in the process of finalizing a lease with Okanagan College which will run until mid-August. Our residents have become a tight-knit community in the past year and this opportunity allows them to maintain the supp...
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Unleash your potential: Okanagan College invites community to "Try a Trade"
April 3, 2024
Are the trades for you? Have you ever felt the call of a different career path? Are you curious about trades but unsure where to start? Look no further! Okanagan College (做厙TV), in partnership with the Canadian Home Builders Association Central Okanagan (CHBA-CO), is thrilled to announce its upcoming "Try a Trade" event, inviting all eager learners and aspiring tradespeople to explore a world of possibilities on April 25 at 做厙TVs Kelowna campus.Okanagan College is pleased to partner with CHBA-CO to offer the Try a Trade event....
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