Student Resources
Below are resources for students including cyber safety, study tips, and academic resources.
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Free Inclusive and Educational Job Fair
Lifetime Networks and Excel Career College is hosting a free inclusive and educational job fair on August 22, 2024 from 10:00am-4:30pm. This event is open to everyone regardless of background, experience level, or ability. Location: Lifetime Networks, 495 Burnside...
Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursary Program
The Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursary Program offers financial aid to well-deserving post-secondary students year-round. BC credit unions founded the Credit Union Foundation of BC in 1958 with the purpose of assisting our members in their pursuit of higher...
Teaching Resources for International Women’s Day 2023
The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is, ‘DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality’. It recognizes and celebrates the women and girls who are championing the advancement of transformative technology and digital education. Here are some resources...
Guide to Student Accommodation in Victoria, B.C.
Global Village Victoria, a school where you can learn English, explore new surroundings, and make friends from different nationalities, has posted a guide to finding student accommodation. This resource provides information, tenancy rights, and places to search....
Royal Roads University Off-Campus Housing
This resource is for Royal Roads students, faculty, and staff to find quality, safe local housing within a commutable distance of campus. Website: https://royalroads.och101.com/
10 Inspiring Black History Month Activities for Students
For teachers, Black History Month is a great opportunity to teach with intention, honouring the tradition and showing students its importance, along with the importance of Black history and culture. This website provides 10 inspiring activities to educate students...
Resources on the history of Black communities in Canada
There are many organizations and educational resources across the country devoted to the promotion and awareness of the history of Black communities in Canada. Below you can find some organizations and insightful resources. This resource list is accessible to all and...
7 Classroom Resources for Teaching Black History in Canada
Many Black Canadians have played an important role in shaping our country’s history, all while facing much discrimination and racism. Brightspark has compiled a list of teacher resources to help you do just this! Find videos, podcasts, activities and more designed to...
Black Excellence in STEM Careers: Diversity in Engineering
Join us as we showcase Black Excellence in Engineering with a feature presentation by Electrical Engineer and Energy specialist Gary Thompson, PEng. As an Engineering practitioner and advocate for Diversity in Engineering, Gary Thompson shares his experiences and...