The holiday season is approaching fast, and although it’s still November, many people have chosen to celebrate early by decorating their homes and buying tickets to various Christmas events. It seems that this year, people are ready to bring on the holiday cheer as soon as possible! Some events in Vancouver have been cancelled as […]
In Vancouver we are lucky to have a mild climate that allows us to enjoy plenty of fun activities around town in December. The following are some of our favourite activities to enjoy during the holiday season! Christmas Market From now until December 24, 2019 | Jack Poole Plaza 1055 Canada Place Now in it’s […]
It’s a little colder, a little darker, and not quite Christmas yet. So what is there to do in Vancouver in November? The answer is—plenty! Enjoy the brisk fall days while they last, winter is coming! Hike That’s right, November can still be a great time for going on a hike. Think about it—it’s much […]
Going back to school can be nerve-racking for anyone, maybe even more so for an older student like myself who’s been out of the school environment for quite some time. Questions like “Will I fit in? Will I make friends? What will my teacher be like? Will the course be challenging? What can I expect […]
The other day I was posed an interesting question. “Why did you want to become a Flight Attendant?”. Interesting because I have never been asked that question before. After giving it some thought, it was an easy answer; People, Places and Planes. You have all read about my experience with the airline hiring process and […]
Autumn is upon us! This time of year always feels like the perfect time for new beginnings, and did we ever start something new! This past weekend we finally moved our Vancouver campus to it’s new location, and this week marks the first week of classes held there. With students finally on campus, it is really […]
Happy Monday! It is our great pleasure to announce more student success this week, with our Vancouver student Khate recently being hired with Sunwing Airlines. Congratulations Khate! We have now officially entered the last week that Vancouver students and staff will be at the Hornby Street campus! Our staff is working extra hard to get organized […]
Hope everyone had a great long weekend! First off, we would like to congratulate our Flight Attendant graduates Kiran and Cindy who interviewed with Sunwing Airlines last week and were hired already this week! This is awesome news and we love hearing about the success of our students as they step out into the real world to […]
You’re about to start your new school year, and you may be wondering, “Where should I study in Vancouver?”. Studying at home can be distracting, but luckily there are plenty of places that you can retreat to when you can’t avoid the TV or your loud roommates any longer. Read on for our top picks! Cafés […]
As the end of summer approaches, many students say goodbye to their summer jobs and prepare to go back to school, while those who have already graduated contemplate their next steps to a rewarding and successful career. If you’re a recent high school graduate, you may have spent your summer travelling, meeting new people, and […]
Start your semester with confidence! Here are the two most important things to consider when beginning your semester—guaranteed to make your life easier while you focus on completing your studies! Time Management Planning your week ahead of time for classes, assignments, and work (if you have a job as well) ensures that you can be fully relaxed […]
One of the number one reasons why career college can be so valuable is the experience of your instructors. You can learn facts from reading books or articles, but having someone to connect with on a regular basis who has already been through the journey that you are about to […]
We are thrilled to announce that Canadian Tourism College Vancouver will be moving to a new and improved campus this Fall 2017! Construction is currently well under way and will be nearing completion over the coming weeks. The new campus occupies the entire second floor of 1111 Melville Street in downtown Vancouver, and is just […]
Have you ever thought to yourself, “Why go to an open house if I can just visit the website?”. Well we are here to tell you why! Read on for the top 3 reasons why an open house is the best way to help you decide if a college is right for you. You can have a […]
Vancouver is a beautiful coastal city with so much to offer during the summer. A scenic hike, water sports, or a simple lazy beach day are just some of the many appealing options. But if you are wondering about more specific events that our city hosts during the summer, keep reading! We have compiled a quick […]
Considering a career in tourism? Whether you are a true Vancouverite already or an international student ready to take on the challenge, here are 5 reasons why our city is a great place to learn. Vancouver’s tourism industry is booming According to the Vancouver Tourism website, over 10 million people visited Vancouver last year; the […]
It is just so great when you are driven to do something. Driven in a way, which is almost beyond you, beyond your pros and cons list, beyond your five-year plan. I remember as a boy, waking up in the early morning to get to the lake for dawn, thus maximizing the chance to have […]
Everyone here at Canadian Tourism College would like to take a few moments to welcome one of our new faculty members, Anu Kumar. Anu recently joined us as an instructor of the Microsoft Office Business Program at our Surrey campus. This program is a vital component to the majority of our certificate and diploma curriculums. Apart from in-class lesson plans, we also offer Microsoft […]
BC’s very first Restaurant Week will take place from February 11-17, 2013. There are over 12,000 restaurants in the province, employing more than 170,000 people and earning over $10 billion dollars of revenue. With playing such a vital role in the BC economy, the provincial government has taken the step to recognize the restoration industry. […]
Hotel décor provides very specific challenges in the interior design world, but is one of the more creative aspects of running a hotel, motel, bed and breakfast or resort. If you go into hospitality business management, the point when you’ll typically start to encounter décor projects is when you’re either striking out on your own or […]
