Elections can be difficult things. Party platforms (the documents that outline the stance of a political party) are dense and full of political jargon, making it difficult for the average person to decipher. As Canada is preparing for a federal election, it’s important to understand who you’re voting for. We reviewed the platforms of the…
BCIT has affordable supports for every day life Have you tried all student resources offered at BCIT? I bet you will find at least one resource which you were not aware of. Each year, thousands of dollars are spent on amenities to ensure a better campus experience for BCIT students. Make sure you don’t let…
Cali McTavishCali is a 2nd year journalism student looking to explore issues of climate change and social justice.
Our sizzling summer isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, so let’s talk about keeping you, your loved ones, and your neighbourhood safe! Fraser Health lists what to watch for in yourself and others during hot weather: “Symptoms of heat-related illness can include thirst, dizziness, confusion, weakness and fainting or collapsing, including loss of consciousness.”[1] If…
Jonah Van DriesumJonah van Driesum is the senior editor of Link, and co-host of our the MicroLink podcast!
“Did it start?” asks my friend who is sitting next to me, waiting with me for the show to start. “I can’t tell…” I reply, equally confused by the screen. It is the second day of Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) and the live stream on YouTube is a few minutes behind. Over the next two…
The transition to online classes in late March affected how we learn, how we interact with our peers, and how we spend our time outside of the virtual school day. It has also had a profound effect on student clubs. Over the summer and into this fall term, I’ve continually heard from leaders of our…
Reaching High, Educating Others, & Advocating for Equality Ben Gebauer is second-year Broadcast and Online Journalism student, a professional cannabis consultant, and a breath of fresh air. His effervescent personality and witty humour shines in each class and he is one of the only people in our set who has made a point to get…
Theatre has always had a special place in my heart. It’s helped me to grow as a person, get in touch with my creative side, and make lifelong friends. I graduated from Douglas College in 2018 with a diploma in theatre. Since that time, I’ve been lucky enough to work on incredible projects and meet…
Stephanie BohnStephanie grew up in a small town and has enjoyed adjusting to life in Vancouver. She like to keep an open mind and learn about other people’s lives. When Stephanie is procrastinating from her studying she can be found falling at ice rinks or attempting to ride tandem bicycles at Stanley Park. www.bcitsa.ca
Odds are, you’re a student at BCIT with a workload that requires a huge time commitment. It can often feel like you need to spend every minute to focus on your program while excluding time for social outings and helping out your community. Since the onset of COVID-19, blood donations have been considerably reduced…
(How to hold onto your social life as a BCIT student)