August 25-27, 2025

“Inclusion is not a strategy to help people fit into the systems and structures which exist in our societies; it is about transforming those systems and structures to make it better for everyone. Inclusion is about creating a better world for everyone.” —Diane Richler

BC Summer Institute is a virtual summer conference on inclusive education that brings together educators and members of school-based teams across the province. It has become a hub for those who have a deep commitment to making education inclusive for all. We invite you to join us and be part of a collaborative effort to create positive change in BC elementary and secondary (K-12) schools.

Together, we can ensure that every learner, in every classroom, has the opportunity to thrive.

Who Attends BC Summer Institute?

BC Summer Institute is for all BC-based educators, specialists, administrators, and parents, including:

  • Teachers
  • Educational assistants (EAs)
  • Principals
  • Vice-principals
  • Resource teachers
  • Counselors

We welcome anyone who is passionate about creating inclusive school learning environments and is ready to take action to support all students. The event is designed to be a space for members of school-based teams to come together, learn, and share ideas.

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Hear from Participants

My second time attending!
“This is my second time attending the training and I love the ability to join online. I learned so much and feel very prepared and excited to return to my classroom in a couple of weeks.”
— Participant

Excellent conference
“This was excellent and I wish more administrators would take part in this kind of learning.”
— Participant

I learned ALOT
“This was my first time attending the conference and I had a very good experience. I learned ALOT. All the presenters were fantastic. Thank you!”
— Participant

I learned ALOT
“This was my first time attending the conference and I had a very good experience. I learned ALOT. All the presenters were fantastic. Thank you!”
— Participant

One of the best conferences
“I just wanted to tell you how happy I am to see that you’re back this year! The Summer Institute was one of the best conferences I have attended in the past few years!”
— Participant

Best conference
“This was the best conference I have ever been to. I learned things that I know will help me in my role as a teacher. I left this event feeling optimistic and motivated. I sincerely hope you do this event every year and allow others to experience this.”
— Participant

An amazing learning experience
“The conference has been an amazing learning experience! Thanks to all the wonderful presenters and organizers!”
— Participant

Participate from the comfort of home
“Overall, this was a great conference and I am glad I was able to participate from the comfort of my home. I liked having a keynote speaker in the morning and the option of being able to re-watch the recording later. I liked that it was interactive rather than a webinar version where it is just someone speaking and no option to enter a chat. I enjoyed visiting the exhibitors hall and gathering resources that I can bring back to my school.”
— Participant

Validation I’m on the right track
“I experienced: reinforcement of what I value in life, validation I was on the right track in many ways, and inspiration to continue to share my gifts and talents. This has been an experience of perspective-widening, great growth, and an opportunity to reflect and gain knowledge and feedback that has helped me to become more self-aware and unlearn out-dated thinking and discover a whole new world of hope. I am so grateful to all the presenters, organizers, supporters, and fellow conference-goers. Such fabulous work!”
— Participant

Shifted expectations
“I came to this event hoping to find out about day programs for my daughter when she leaves high school. I left the event knowing she can go to college. My expectations shifted in 3 days!”
— Participant

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