PVC Partners With Westpoint Sales Inc.
Our old Delta flush valves in the men’s washroom were in function for nearly 30 years and it was time to replace them. We wanted to sincerely thank Westpoint Sales Inc. for providing Pacific Vocational College with replacements. We are confident that these will last for many more years!
PVC Remains Open During Snowstorm
Our classes continue to run, even during the snow, because our instructors are teaching online, using the DistanceLive method of delivery. There is no downtime, and students continue to receive their education!
Start your Career in the Piping Trades
Did you know that individuals wishing to start a career in the piping trades industry must find work in Plumbing, Gas Fitting or Sprinkler Fittingfirst? That’s right! Once the individual has found work, the employee (apprentice) and the employer (sponsor) will sign the Apprentice and Sponsor Registration Form that will allow the employee to become […]
Applying for Apprenticeship Incentive Grants
Letter of Progression Skilled Trades BC issues the letter of progression automatically to students when they become eligible to apply for the incentive grant. It is a Service Canada grant, so although Skilled Trades BC issues the progression letter through their system, it is Service Canada that answers to the eligibility or any issues. Students […]
The Plumbing Level 4 Current System is Coming to an End!
Apprentices that require to finish their technical training in the current system must be aware that Plumbing Level 4 Current courses are filling up quickly. We strongly encourage apprentices to register as soon as possible to avoid missing out. The deadline to complete in the current system is March 2024. To register, please visit this […]
APPRENTICESHIP EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (E.I.)
*IMPORTANT* EI is based on your full-time attendance. Collecting EI benefits and working on the side is not allowed as the school is obligated to report your attendance and absence. The Work BC Application and the 16-Digit Reference Code WorkBC is the provincial part of your E.I. process. They cover what is called ‘extra support payments’ (travel allowance, […]
Inter-Provincial Exam is in Progress!
Students from the Plumber IP Upgrader program are in the school today for their Plumber Inter-Provincial exam. We want to recognize their efforts, perseverance and diligence in the last two weeks as they worked with their instructor in elevating their plumbing technical training skills. We sincerely hope that their hard work paid off and wish […]
PVC is back in action!
We are now back at our desks and ready to help you again. We hope you enjoyed Holiday festivities and took the time to rest. A New Year awaits!
