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  When you think of kangaroos, Canada probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. However, every month, dozens of VanWest Kelowna students make the trip out to Kangaroo Creek Farm, a wildlife sanctuary and petting zoo. The farm takes care of many different Australian critters, including wallabies, capybaras, snakes, and talking parrots. The highlight...

VanWest College Vancouver campus offers various educational activities every month! One of the students’ favorite is Hey Buddy! It is a great opportunity to meet local Canadian people, an amazing chance to get to know your classmates, and a fun way to improve your English! Join VanWest College’s free Hey Buddy Conversation Club! Click here to...

This week, we welcome new Kelowna students! September has started, and it is always good to say hello to new friends. Also, we’re excited to have the chance to help you grow and improve. Studying English is a challenge and we hope that you will tackle it with determination. Thank you for choosing the beautiful town...

At VanWest College, we offer career training and co-op study in Kelowna, BC, combining academic learning with practical work experience. Our current Kelowna vocational offering includes the Hospitality Management Co-op Diploma, which features six months of academic study and six months of co-op, supported by our co-op services and career-focused events.  Current Co-op and Career Training...

Every year, we set apart a special date to celebrate VanWest Culture Day. It is a fun, whole-school activity that always engages our students and staff. It helps bring people together and creates friendships that span across oceans.   Are you curious about other cultures? Have you ever felt like people don’t understand what your country...