Experience ºù«Ӱҵ
Explore diverse program areas firsthand through interactive sessions led by professors. Discover your passion, find your path, get inspired and embark on your journey to success with ºù«Ӱҵ.
ºù«Ӱҵ regularly hosts Experience ºù«Ӱҵ, Open Houses and Info Sessions, inviting prospective students to explore our campuses, meet faculty and staff, and learn about the various pathways to success available to them.
Our mission is to transform lives and communities by empowering students, enriching communities, and driving positive change in the region and beyond.
Join us on this exciting journey of discovery and growth. Experience ºù«Ӱҵ, attend our Open Houses and Info Sessions, and embark on a transformative educational experience for the future. Together, let's shape a brighter tomorrow!
Free Application Night
Join us for Free Application Night at ºù«Ӱҵ! This is your chance to apply for any program without paying the application fee. Our team will be on hand to answer your questions, guide you through the application process, and provide information on programs, scholarships, and student services. Don’t miss this great opportunity to take the first step toward your future at ºù«Ӱҵ!
October 2, 2024
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Penticton Campus, 583 Duncan Ave. West
Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence Building, Room PC 123
Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated staff! Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
Enter to WIN: When you attend the Penticton Free Application Night, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
Complimentary Parking
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
October 3, 2024
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Kelowna Campus Library, 1000 KLO Rd
Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated staff! Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
Enter to WIN: When you attend the Kelowna Free Application Night, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
October 9, 2024
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Vernon Campus Library, 7000 College Way, Vernon
Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated staff! Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
Enter to WIN: When you attend the Vernon Free Application Night, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
Complimentary Parking
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
October 10, 2024
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Salmon Arm Campus Library, 2552 10th Ave NE, Salmon Arm
Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated staff! Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
Enter to WIN: When you attend the Salmon Arm Free Application Night, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
Complimentary Parking
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
Information Sessions
Recreation Vehicle Technician Info Session (Online)
Date: Wednesday, December 4
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Virtual
We’re excited to announce that the pre-apprenticeship (foundations program) is back for September 2025! Come learn all about the program and what it has to offer.
In this session, we’ll dive into everything from admission requirements to the day-to-day experience of the program, and the career opportunities that await you.
The RV Technician field is one of the few trades that allows you to master a diverse set of skills, from electrical systems and plumbing to mechanical components. It’s a career that allows versatility.
We hope to see you there and help you take the next step toward a rewarding future!
Experience ºù«Ӱҵ
Experience ºù«Ӱҵ events coming in May 2025
ºù«Ӱҵ hosts annual Experience ºù«Ӱҵ for High School students in our local School Districts. Professors & instructors lead interactive hands-on sessions in a wide variety of program areas & subjects including Arts, Science, Business, Trades, Engineering Technologies, Health & Social Development, etc.
These events are primarily designed for Grade 10 and 11 students that wish to participate and must have permission from their school to attend. Speak with your local career coordinator to register for this event.
Experience ºù«Ӱҵ is an excellent opportunity for students to be immersed into new program areas and learn more about the individual program and subject areas we offer at ºù«Ӱҵ or that they may want to explore at another Post Secondary institution.
We’ve had current students and Alumni students share with us that this experience helped them choose the program suited for them!
Open Houses
Don't miss out on your chance to explore one of our campuses during our Open House events. Check out the campus, connect with our community of professors, instructors, students, and staff and find out why ºù«Ӱҵ would be a great fit for your future.
Apply for any program during the campus Open Houses and the application fee will be waived.
Open House events
January 28, 2025
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Vernon Campus, 7000 College Way, Vernon
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards your future? Look no further than ºù«Ӱҵ! We invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of exploration and discovery at our Vernon campus located at 7000 College Way. Mark your calendar for an evening of inspiration and connection that could shape your path to success.
Event Highlights:
- College Fair: Drop in anytime between 5 – 7:00 p.m. at the Program Fair set up in the Kal View Café (Cafeteria, located just off the footbridge in the B Building on the left). This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated professors, staff, and even some current students. Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
- Spotlight Sessions – Join one of our seven program spotlight sessions to learn more about the programs, the careers they lead to, and get a chance to ask questions. Please see below for spotlight session start times.
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- Check our Labs and Shops: Explore our Science and Health Labs, and state-of-the-art Trades Shops. Witness firsthand the immersive, hands-on learning experiences that await you as an ºù«Ӱҵ student.
- Campus Tours: Join a guided campus tour! They'll show you classrooms, where to find student services, fitness centre, the bookstore, and other resources.
- Apply for FREE: Go to our Library and take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program during the Open House, and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
- Enter to WIN: When you attend the Vernon Open House, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
This is your chance to experience the ºù«Ӱҵ community firsthand and understand why we are the perfect fit for your future educational goals. Join us for an evening filled with inspiration, knowledge, and connections that will shape your path to success. No pre-registration required for this event and parking is FREE!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
January 30, 2025
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kelowna Campus, 1000 KLO Rd
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards your future? Look no further than ºù«Ӱҵ! We invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of exploration and discovery at our campuses located in the beautiful Okanagan region. Mark your calendar for a day of inspiration and connection that could shape your path to success.
Event Highlights:
- College Fair: Drop in anytime between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the College Fair set up in the Centre for Learning Atrium (E Building). This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated faculty, staff, and even some current students. Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
- Check our Labs and Shops: Step into the future as you explore our Health and Technology Labs, and state-of-the-art Trades Shops. Witness firsthand the immersive, hands-on learning experiences that await you as an ºù«Ӱҵ student.
- Campus Tours: Join a guided campus tour! They'll show you classrooms, where to find student services, student residence and fitness centre, the bookstore, places to eat, and other resources.
- Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program during the Open House, and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
- Enter to WIN: When you attend the Kelowna Open House, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
This is your chance to experience the ºù«Ӱҵ community firsthand and understand why we are the perfect fit for your future educational goals. Join us for an evening filled with inspiration, knowledge, and connections that will shape your path to success.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
February 4, 2025
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Salmon Arm Campus, 2552 10th Ave NE, Salmon Arm
Drop in anytime and talk to faculty, speak with education advisors about your options, apply for free, learn about general interest courses and skill-based certificates with continuing studies, have a campus tour and find out about student housing on campus starting Fall 2024!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
Enter to WIN: When you attend the Salmon Arm Open House, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ – Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
February 5, 2025
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Penticton Campus, 583 Duncan Ave. West
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards your future? Look no further than ºù«Ӱҵ! We invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of exploration and discovery at our Penticton campus located at 583 Duncan Ave. West (Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence Building). Mark your calendar for a day of inspiration and connection that could shape your path to success.
Event Highlights:
- College Fair: Drop in anytime between 5 - 6:30 p.m. at the College Fair set up in the Community Hall (Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence Building - PC 113). This is the perfect place to explore your academic options by meeting our dedicated faculty, staff, and even some current students. Whether you have questions about specific programs, financing your education, or the next steps on your educational journey, our experts are here to guide you.
- Check our Labs and Shops: Step into the future as you explore our Science and Health Labs, and state-of-the-art Trades Shops. Witness firsthand the immersive, hands-on learning experiences that await you as an ºù«Ӱҵ student.
- Campus Tours: Join a guided campus tour! They'll show you classrooms, where to find student services, gymnasium and fitness centre, the bookstore, places to eat, and other resources.
- Apply for FREE: Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to apply for any ºù«Ӱҵ program during the Open House, and we'll waive the application fee. To streamline the process, we encourage you to create an Education Planner account in advance at educationplannerbc.ca.
- Enter to WIN: When you attend the Penticton Open House, you can enter to WIN a $500 tuition credit to be used towards your future education goals!
This is your chance to experience the ºù«Ӱҵ community firsthand and understand why we are the perfect fit for your future educational goals. Join us for an evening filled with inspiration, knowledge, and connections that will shape your path to success.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore your potential at ºù«Ӱҵ. We can't wait to welcome you to our community.
See you there!
Contact: Askºù«Ӱҵ - Askºù«Ӱҵ@okanagan.bc.ca
15 first year FAQs
Learn about the top 15 points that parents and students should know about before starting post secondary. Some topics covered include: how to apply for student loans, dual credit and concurrent enrolment options, transferring within B.C., the application process at ºù«Ӱҵ, understanding post-secondary terminology and processes.
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