Frequently Asked Questions

Follow these steps to complete the application process for a program at CCTB: 

Step 1:  

Visit our online application portal at start.canadianctb.ca. 

Step 2: 

Fill out the form, upload your documents and submit your application. 

Step 3: 

If you meet all the program requirements, we'll send you your enrolment contract and an invoice for any tuition fees due, including your payment schedule.  

Step 4: 

Pay any outstanding fees as per invoice. Once we receive your payment, you will  receive a Letter  of Acceptance.  

Step 5: 

Apply for your Study Permit/Student Work Permit/Visa, if applicable. 

Yes, CCTB is a Designated Learning Institution. Our DLI number is O134304821852 

The Canadian College of Technology and Business offers both CO-OP and Practicum Placement opportunities as part of our programs through our established industry partnerships. 

Co-op Experience

Within our CO-OP based programs, work experience placement represents 50% of the total program duration. Students will get to apply their newly acquired skills within the industry through a guaranteed paid work experience placement opportunity. 

Practicum Experience

Students that prefer shorter program durations can take advantage of our practicum-based programs, where the practicum component represents only 20% of the overall program duration. While practicum placement is an unpaid opportunity, it still offers CCTB students with valuable experience in the field and a faster program completion and graduation time. 

Yes. At orientation, students can learn about the college, familiarize themselves with the campus, meet administration staff, and find out where to ask for help if they need it. The goal of the orientation is to reinforce our strong learning culture and student support network. Please note that New Student Orientation is mandatory for all new students. It must be completed to be eligible to continue with other courses. 

Yes. CCTB’s Career Services Centre assists students and alumni as they transition into the workforce. 

CCTB campus is located in downtown Vancouver, close to the city’s major public transportation systems such as buses and SkyTrain stations. 

Government student loans are available to residents of Canada who demonstrate financial need.  The Federal and Provincial governments will pay the interest of the loan while the student attends school on a full-time basis. However, repayment of the loan will commence six months after studies end. 

For more information about government student loans, please contact the appropriate agency in your province of residence. 

Student AidBC 

CCTB has a pathway partnership agreement with University Canada West (UCW) for the CCTB Diploma in Business Administration CO-OP program.  

Students who graduate from the Diploma in Business Administration CO-OP program will be able to transfer 30 credits towards the completion of either the UCW’s Bachelor of Communication Undergraduate or Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication Undergraduate programs.

While we guarantee that all our co-op students will be able to find a placement in a field related to their program of study, you are required to go through the competitive interview process to secure a spot. This includes spending time developing a resume and a cover letter; preparing for the interview and applying to positions.

Yes, you can conduct an independent search for a co-op placement. However, our Career Services will need to evaluate the offer received to ensure that the duties of the position offered are relevant to the scope of your studies and/or your program and the company can guarantee a suitable work environment before approving it. 

Work experience that is not program-specific and doesn’t provide program specific learning outcomes will not be approved and will not be eligible to be assessed as a Co-op term.

CCTB’s programs are not eligible for the PGWPP.  For more information regarding the PGWPP, please refer to this page from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). CCTB also offers pathway opportunities to PGWP-eligible programs and institutions such as University Canada West and Vancouver Community College. Book an appointment with International Student Advising team through the Student Portal to learn more about this. This information is accurate as of 20 April 2025.