All of our CTC instructors have extensive industry experience and take great pride in sharing their knowledge with our students. Today we have two interviews to share. One with Christina Ling, who teaches the Flight Attendant program at the Vancouver campus, and another with Patrick Akuagwu who teaches Hospitality Management at the Surrey Campus. Let’s begin! […]
At CTC we believe that education should open doors. That’s why we have established partnerships with other schools that allow our graduates to transfer into various degree programs when they graduate from CTC. Read on to learn more! Turn your CTC Diploma into a Degree at Royal Roads University (RRU) Located on a […]
We recently reached out to our CTC students and graduates to ask them what they love about learning at CTC and working in the tourism and hospitality industries. Read on to meet some of them and learn about their educational and professional experience! Mae – CTC Graduate How does your CTC program prepare you for […]
You’ve heard it before; these are unprecedented times. It’s understandable that many of us are feeling anxious, worried, lonely, and uncertain about what the future will bring. You are not alone! Read on for tips on ways you can cope with any struggles you may be having during these times of social distancing and voluntary […]
For now, it’s no longer an option to get on a plane, train or cruise ship and go wherever we want, but that doesn’t mean the passion for travel is lost. While a walk to your local park may be the biggest trip you’ve been on lately, there are many online resources that you can […]
We’re sure that you’ve heard this before, but we are all in this together. Curious about how you can help others during the COVID-19 crisis? Read on. Support a local business At this point, many local businesses have had to downsize or close completely. Some ways that you can help to keep these businesses alive […]
While we navigate the current situation with COVID-19 and adjust to the practice of social distancing, there has never been a better time to consider learning online. While staying at home every day has it’s challenges, there is also an opportunity for self-improvement and personal growth. Getting your education online is one way you can […]
Tourism is a rapidly growing industry. It’s exciting, ever-evolving, and incredibly important not only for BC’s economy but also for social and cultural reasons. It is incredibly rewarding to work in an industry that brings people together from all over the world. But how do you know if a job in tourism is for you? […]
At Canadian Tourism College, we (obviously) love travel. Both our faculty and students are here because we are passionate about seeing the world. But what are the benefits? Why are we so nuts about tourism? Read on to find our top reasons why we think travel is so good for you. Make new friends Travelling […]
Back in November 2019, we shared a live webinar with Vancouver Hospitality instructor, Chantal Jones, and two of her students, Zach and Liz. Read on for a summary of their discussion about the Hospitality program, including field trips, pathways and what it’s like to be a student at CTC. First, a bit about Chantal Jones Chantal: I […]
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it is hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner and 2019 will be but a distant memory. I could feel myself getting caught up in the busyness of it all, but came to the realization that I needed to step back, be mindful […]
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 definitely about time we shared the latest news from CTC! Read on to find out what’s been going on at Canadian Tourism College this Spring. Graduation Ceremony On a sunny Wednesday in May, we held yet another successful graduation ceremony in Vancouver. This time around our guest speaker was Franklin Jackson, General Manager of […]
Are you thinking of starting a career in the dynamic and fast-paced hospitality industry? Do you dream of having a job where you can meet new people from all over the world every day while creating amazing guest experiences that they will remember for a lifetime? The Hospitality industry is more than just hotels — […]
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 […]
The months of September and October always represent themselves to me as a significant feeling of change to come. Fall itself is a transitional season. The days get shorter, the air gets cooler, and the trees turn from green, to orange and red, to barren. People layer up, stashing their swim trunks and sundresses in […]
Time for a mid-month update! There has been a lot going on at Canadian Tourism College, between settling in at the new Vancouver campus, Fall program starts, and various events such as the Thanksgiving potluck at Surrey Campus. Here are some of the highlights: Air Canada Career Fair Late last month, we had Air Canada representatives […]
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 […]
