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Now serving: fresh starts. ☕👀A new month. A new semester. And at Bow Valley College, a new crew of students to give the ...
09/01/2026

Now serving: fresh starts. ☕👀

A new month. A new semester. And at Bow Valley College, a new crew of students to give the Welcome Week treatment.

Today we celebrated with Coffee Kickoff — because who doesn’t love the smell of a hot cup of September? 🍂

For students, it was a chance to grab a cup on us, meet some new faces, and get a taste of campus life.

For you? Consider it a sip of what could be brewing next: new skills, new opportunities, a whole new direction.

If college has been percolating in the back of your mind, now might be a good time to pour a little more thought into it.

With 50+ career-focused programs, we’ve got something on the menu for just about everyone — whether you’re graduating from high school, ready for a career change, or looking to level up your skills.

Come January, you could be the one grabbing a coffee and taking steps toward a future you can get excited about. 🎓💼

Sound like your cup of tea? Wait. Wrong beverage. 😉

New Game Development session starts August 11 — apply now!Got an idea that's a little outside the box? 📦➡️🚀With our Indi...
07/28/2026

New Game Development session starts August 11 — apply now!

Got an idea that's a little outside the box? 📦➡️🚀

With our Indie Ignition accelerators, we help you explore possibilities, build connections, and turn ambitious startups into real ventures — whether you're a student here or not.

It’s just one more example of how Bow Valley College helps people prepare for a career, both in and out of the classroom.

Discover what happens when learning meets innovation.

Indie Ignition is free and open to the public. Learn more through the link in our bio.

✨ Think bigger.
🚀 Build boldly.
💡 Start here.

Hit the ground working.

Test the waters before you dive in.Start with a course instead of a commitment. 📚✨ Open Studies means: • No formal admis...
06/22/2026

Test the waters before you dive in.
Start with a course instead of a commitment. 📚✨
 
Open Studies means:
• No formal admission process
• No need to apply to a full program
• Just register for the course—or courses—that interest you and get started
 
Earn credits in health, business, arts and sciences, and more.
• Apply them toward a certificate or diploma program at Bow Valley College
• Transfer them toward a university degree
• Build new skills for work—or explore something new
 
Because sometimes the best next step doesn’t come with all the answers—
it gives you a chance to find them.
 
Learn more about Open Studies at the link in bio. 👆
 

Calling those who see the world a little differently. 🎨✨Come as you are.Maybe you’ve always had an artistic side. Now, y...
06/12/2026

Calling those who see the world a little differently. 🎨✨
Come as you are.

Maybe you’ve always had an artistic side. Now, you want to pair that creativity with industry-ready skills to bring your ideas to life.

At Bow Valley College, you’ll find your stride shaping environments, experiences, and brands—influencing how people connect with communities around them. 💡

Because creativity today is more than self-expression.
It’s strategy, storytelling, and problem-solving—across communications, commerce, and beyond.

Wherever your interests lead, creative thinking can take you further than you expect—
from careers that already intrigue you to those you may not have considered yet.

Complete programs link in bio. 👆

“What you are doing is serious.” That was the message Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas shared with students when he stopped b...
06/09/2026

“What you are doing is serious.”
 
That was the message Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas shared with students when he stopped by Bow Valley College for the Alberta Esports Championship last month. 🎮🏆
 
And judging by the energy in the room, he wasn’t the only one who recognized it.
 
Hundreds from across the province came to campus for the largest AEC tournament yet—competing, connecting, and closing out another Alberta Scholastic Esports League season. ⚡🔥
 
Moments like this happen here all the time.
 
From live competitions to hands-on projects, our students don’t just study their industries—they step into them.
 
For esports enthusiasts across any program, that can mean competing on our varsity Bears team, building real connections in the gaming community, and training in our state-of-the-art Esports Arena. 🎧👾
 
Want to go further? Our Esports Business Management diploma dives into the business behind the industry—from event production and marketing to team operations, leadership, and strategy. 🎓🚀
 
Because esports isn’t just growing. It’s creating careers.
 
Learn how to turn your passion for gaming into a profession. Link in bio. 👆
 

Calling those ready to reconnect with education—one step at a time. 🧭Come as you are.At Bow Valley College, the School o...
06/05/2026

Calling those ready to reconnect with education—one step at a time. 🧭
Come as you are.

At Bow Valley College, the School of Foundational Learning supports students who are finding their footing, rediscovering their confidence, and moving closer to possibilities that may have once felt far away.

Whether you’re looking to finish high school, upgrade courses for post-secondary, strengthen essential academic skills, or develop your English to study in Canada, you’ll build a stronger foundation for what comes next—with guidance and support along the way.

With small class sizes, personalized learning, and culturally relevant programming for Indigenous students, you’ll join thousands each year who are proving to themselves that they can do this. ✨

Because progress doesn’t always begin with a giant leap.
Sometimes it begins with deciding not to stop.

Explore programs at the School of Foundational Learning—link in bio. 👆

Nursing school. But make it virtual reality. 🥽💙 What if one of your first patient interactions wasn’t in a hospital—but ...
06/03/2026

Nursing school. But make it virtual reality. 🥽💙
 
What if one of your first patient interactions wasn’t in a hospital—but in a headset?
 
As a national leader in the use of VR simulation technology, Bow Valley College is helping future nurses step into realistic scenarios, make decisions in real time, and build real confidence in a safe learning environment. ⚕️
 
It’s hands-on practice before pressure hits.
 
But it’s also part of something bigger.
 
VR isn’t just something you’ll find in one program. Across Bow Valley College, students learn with the tools, practices, and experiences shaping the industries they’re stepping into.
 
Because staying current isn’t a bonus. It’s part of being career-ready.
 
It’s one more way we’re helping students graduate ready for modern health care—and for the future of work.
 

It’s never too soon to start planning ahead. 🗓️ A friendly heads-up to future students in Calgary and across Canada: app...
06/01/2026

It’s never too soon to start planning ahead. 🗓️
 
A friendly heads-up to future students in Calgary and across Canada: applications for our Spring 2027 intake open today.
 
If you’re looking for career-focused, hands-on learning and supportive pathways forward—and you’re a domestic student (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or convention refugee)—now’s a great time to start exploring your options and preparing your application. 📚
 
Have questions about programs, requirements, or next steps? Our Welcome Centre team is here to help:
📧 [email protected]
📞 403-410-1400
📞 1-866-428-2669 (toll free)
 

Real clients. Real deadlines. Real impact—while you’re still a student. 🛫Recently, Bow Valley College buckled up with th...
05/29/2026

Real clients. Real deadlines. Real impact—while you’re still a student. 🛫

Recently, Bow Valley College buckled up with the Calgary Airport Authority for a high-flying Creative Jam: two intense days where students brainstormed, designed, animated, and pitched ideas to make the YYC traveller experience clearer and easier to navigate.

The winning team, Idea Labs — Yeganeh Narouni, Rodel Dahay, Arthur Versiane, Jane Pham, and Amin Espiar — built their concept around one simple idea: “show, don’t tell.” Using motion design and visual storytelling, they explored how airport security messaging could become more intuitive and accessible for travellers from all backgrounds. 👏

And it didn’t stop at the pitch. The team was invited to continue developing their animations for potential real-world implementation at YYC. 🏆

This is what learning looks like at Bow Valley College: actual industry challenges, cross-discipline collaboration, and projects that go beyond the classroom.

Because careers don’t just take off after graduation—they gain momentum while you’re here. 🚀

Ready for a future that reaches cruising altitude?

Explore Bow Valley College programs at the link in bio. 👆

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