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    • 30 Jun 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Online
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    Unlock Funding Opportunities Through Strategic Partnerships

    Join BCCCA for an informative webinar exploring key workforce development funding opportunities available to private career colleges. Learn about the Community Workforce Response Grant (CWRG), Project-Based Labour Market Training, and the Employer Training Grant (ETG), including eligibility requirements, funding priorities, application tips, and common pitfalls.

    The session will also highlight strategies for building successful partnerships with employers, non-profit organizations, settlement agencies, community service providers, and other stakeholders to strengthen grant applications and improve training outcomes.

    Who Should Attend?

    • Owners, Presidents, and CEOs
    • Campus Directors and Operations Leaders
    • Academic Directors and Program Managers
    • Business Development and Partnership Staff
    • Employer Relations and Career Services Teams
    • Admissions and Community Outreach Professionals
    • Grant Writers and Project Managers

    Whether you are new to workforce development funding or looking to expand your organization's partnership network, this webinar will provide practical insights and strategies to help your college maximize opportunities and create greater impact in your community.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Community Workforce Response Grant (CWRG)
    • Project-Based Labour Market Training
    • Employer Training Grant (ETG)
    • Eligibility requirements and funding priorities
    • Application tips and common pitfalls
    • Building employer and community partnerships
    • Expanding collaboration opportunities beyond the BCCCA network
      • 9 Jul 2026
      • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
      • Online
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      BCCCA Membership Orientation

      Get the most from your membership.

      Whether you're new to the BC Career Colleges Association (BCCCA) or looking for a refresher, this orientation session will help you understand the full value of your membership and the resources available to support your institution's success.

      What you'll learn:

      • Overview of BCCCA membership benefits and services
      • Professional development, learning, and networking opportunities
      • Upcoming events, webinars, workshops, and conference
      • Advocacy initiatives and how BCCCA represents the sector
      • National engagement through the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC)
      • Member communications, resources, and industry updates
      • Volunteer opportunities through BCCCA committees and working groups
      • Ways to contribute your expertise, influence sector priorities, and connect with peers
      • How to maximize the value and return on your membership

      Join us to connect with fellow members, learn about current priorities affecting the private post-secondary sector, and discover how BCCCA can support your institution's growth, compliance, and student success.

      Who should attend: College owners, executives, campus leaders, administrators, admissions teams, student services staff, and anyone interested in making the most of their BCCCA membership.

        • 24 Jul 2026
        • 9:00 AM
        • 25 Jul 2026
        • 3:00 PM
        • In Person - Lower Mainland - College Location to be Announced
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        Rapid Content Creation Course: Master Video Storytelling


        Limited seats available - act now to secure your seat!


        Gale Force Wins is coming to the Lower Mainland on July 24th and 25th to offer a specialized training opportunity for the British Columbia Career Colleges Association. This Rapid Content Creation Course is designed to transform attendees into expert video storytellers.


        What You Will Learn

        Drawing from a body of work featuring approximately 6,000 interviews, Gale Force Wins will demonstrate how to efficiently capture 20, 30, or even 40 interviews in a single day. This session offers a sophisticated method for engaging your network and reaching a wider audience through social media.


        Event Details

        • Dates: July 24th (9 am-4 pm) & July 25th (9 am-3 pm)
        • Location: Lower Mainland
        • Who Should Attend: Marketing teams, senior leaders, and key personnel ready to disrupt the status quo and get their stories told.
        • Requirements: No fancy gear is needed—simply bring your creativity and the phone in your pocket.

          Why Attend? Watch Here!

          BCCCA members have already seen the value of this approach, noting significant returns through increased engagement and the growth of their professional networks. Don't miss this chance to join the conversation and learn how to share the awesome stories happening within our industry. 

              • 31 Jul 2026
              • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
              • Online
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              Special General Meeting (SGM) Members Only

              Join us for a Special General Meeting (SGM) to review the Association's financial performance and position. This session will provide members with an overview of the audited financial statements, key financial highlights, and insights into the Association's fiscal management and priorities.

              Your voice matters—join us as we ensure transparency, accountability, and the continued strength of our Association.

                • 12 Aug 2026
                • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
                • Online
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                Strengthen your institution’s compliance foundation with this Level 2 Financial Aid Workshop

                What will be covered: 

                • Advanced eligibility rules
                • Funding scenarios
                • Documentation & verification
                • Compliance & audit requirements
                • Appeals & exceptional circumstances
                • Multiple funding sources
                • Tips to avoid common errors
                • Policy updates & changes

                Knowledge today. Success tomorrow.

                  • 18 Sep 2026
                  • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
                  • Online
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                  Executive Round Table (Members Only)

                  Reserved for the most senior leaders across our member colleges, this event is a space to have the kinds of conversations that don't always have a natural home — the emerging issues, the persistent challenges, and the questions you're still working through.

                  You'll have the opportunity to speak candidly with peers who understand the realities of leading a private career college, and to hear how others are navigating the same landscape.

                  We hope you'll join us.




                  The BC Career Colleges Association was established in 1977 to promote and support post secondary schools, stakeholders, students and all interested parties involved in private post-secondary education and training in BC.

                  Email: exec@bccca.com Phone: 778.805.5577     

                  Address: 501-3292 Production Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 4R4

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