Vancouver Community College

Since 1965, Vancouver Community College has earned a strong and well-deserved reputation for its commitment to community, student-centred approach, award-winning faculty, and range of access and applied career programming. The college strives to create new opportunities and offer enriched educational experiences for all it students.

Located in the heart of the city, Vancouver Community College offers academic, cultural and social environments that inspire relevant real-world training. Its on-campus facilities – including gourmet restaurants, an auto shop and a newly renovated salon and spa – allow students to hone their skills and training while providing high-quality, lower-cost services to the Downtown and East Vancouver communities.

The college is proud to inspire a new generation of students to discover their passions, gain essential skills and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce. With more than 14,350 students, including a growing number of Aboriginal and international learners, 1100 employees and an annual budget of $105 million, it is a key player in the post-secondary landscape in British Columbia. Connections to industry ensure students have direct access to employers, while a model of access and partnerships across the post-secondary sector assists students to reach their goals at any stage of their educational journey.