Communications

The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) will issue its final draw for the Skilled Worker and Entry Level and Semi-Skilled streams on December 10, while registrations for future invitations will remain open. The Health Authority and International Post-Graduate (IPG) streams will continue accepting applications, with the IPG stream closing a 9 a.m. on January 7, 2025.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated changes to off-campus work hours for international students effective November 8, 2024.

The Canadian government has announced a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 requirement for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applicants on or after November 1, 2024.

How Does CLB 7 Compare To IELTS Scores?

CLB 7 is equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0. See the official IELTS Conversion tool.

How Does This Requirement Compare To Our Admission?

Our admission requirements are higher than the government’s requirement of CLB 7 (IELTS 6.0). This means that if you are a student, you already meet the PGWP language requirements.

Why Is There A Difference Between The Government’s Requirement And Our Admission Requirement?

Our institution maintains higher language proficiency standards to ensure students are well-equipped to succeed academically and professionally in their chosen fields.

Where Can I Find More Information About The Government’s Announcement?

You can read the full announcement on the Government of Canada’s website.

Who Can I Contact For More Information?

For questions regarding our admission standards, please contact our admissions office at Vancouver.admissions@nyit.edu. For inquiries about the PGWP requirements, refer to the Government of Canada’s official website.

March 20, 2024 As many of you are aware, the Government of British Columbia yesterday announced forthcoming updates to the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) slated for January 2025. We have only learned about proposed changes yesterday via the same announcement on the BC Government website and unfortunately we have as many questions as you have.

We will do what we can to find out additional information over the next few days and will communicate with you as more information becomes available. Please be patient while we try to find out how current and future students will be impacted.

For accurate and current updates regarding the BC PNP, please bookmark and regularly visit WelcomeBC News. This will be your primary source for official information as it becomes available. As we learn more about any proposed changes, we will also publish updates on the New York Tech Vancouver website.

New York Tech-Vancouver will be holding a student town hall on Thursday, March 28th at 12 noon to hear students’ concerns about the PNP announcement. Location of town hall will be announced next week..

Rest assured, we at New York Tech Vancouver are here to support you every step of the way.

October 11, 2023 We recognize the ongoing Israel and Palestinian conflict as a complex and sensitive issue that affects individuals within our diverse community. We understand the importance of acknowledging and addressing the concerns and emotions that may arise from this conflict.

New York Institute of Technology is committed to closely monitoring the situation and its potential impact on our faculty, staff, and students. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety, well-being, and overall support of our community members during challenging times.

We understand that this conflict can evoke a range of emotions, perspectives, and opinions. We encourage open and respectful dialogue and stress the importance of a safe and inclusive environment for everyone in our community.

For any concerns for those directly or indirectly impacted by the situation, don’t hesitate to contact our student affairs department at ssvingen@nyit.edu.

Academic support services and/or considerations:
Please contact your department or the Student Affairs Office

Personal support services:
EmpowerMe: Call 1-833-628-5589 (toll-free, available 24/7 from anywhere in Canada or the US). Visit Student Care for more information and additional helpline numbers for international access.

September 29, 2023 We know that many of our students and their families and communities are concerned about the relationship between Canada and India. New York Institute of Technology Vancouver is actively monitoring the geopolitical relations between India and Canada and we want to assure you that you are welcome here. We are committed to supporting you and your safety, well-being, and academic progress.

We received the following from the Education Trade Commissioner in the Canadian High Commission which they have encouraged us to share with our school community:

“Canada encourages Indian students to continue with their plans to study in Canada or to consider Canada for future studies. International education is a priority for the Government of Canada and Canadian learning institutions continue to welcome students from India. Indian nationals may continue to apply to study in Canada. Visa processing for Indian nationals seeking Canadian visas (including study permits) continues, with all 10 Canadian Visa Application Centres in India still operating for biometrics enrollment and passport submission. All existing visas remain valid.”

Our institution values cultural exchange and open dialogue. Our faculty and staff respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and beliefs. For any concerns for those directly or indirectly impacted by the situation, don’t hesitate to contact our student affairs department at ssvingen@nyit.edu.

Academic support services and/or considerations:
Please contact your department or the Student Affairs Office.

Personal support services:
EmpowerMe: Call 1-833-628-5589 (toll-free, available 24/7 from anywhere in Canada or the US). Visit Student Care for more information and additional helpline numbers for international access.

August 9, 2023 New York Institute of Technology Vancouver campus is currently unable to accept applications from Iranian students who do not have citizenship or permanent residency status from another country to Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Master of Energy Management programs. Please know that we share your disappointment.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Shannon Svingen-Jones – Director Of Student Affairs at ssvingen@nyit.edu.