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January 2026 Focus College is proud to announce a series of leadership appointments and internal advancements, effective January 2026. These changes reflect our continued commitment to academic excellence, operational strength, global engagement, and, most importantly, an elevated student experience. Please join us in congratulating the following Focus family members on their well-deserved promotions: Umar Durrani – Vice President, Global Engagement & Partnerships Dr. Sandeep Sandhu – Vice President, Admissions and Registrar Gaylyne Archibald – Director, Academic Administration Syed Hasnain Ali – Director, Operations and HR These appointments strengthen our leadership framework and position Focus College for sustainable growth, deeper partnerships, and enhanced institutional effectiveness.   Student Experience Comes First: Introducing Student Affairs To further enhance the student journey, Focus College has combined Student Services and Student Engagement into a unified Student Affairs department. This strategic move is designed to streamline support, improve coordination, and deliver a more holistic, student-centered experience from enrollment to graduation. The Student Affairs team will be led by: Prabhsharan Kaur – Student Affairs Lead Kayla Tso – Student Affairs Coordinator Arvind Kaur – Student Affairs Coordinator This integrated approach ensures our students receive consistent, responsive, and meaningful support, academically, socially, and professionally. As we move into 2026, these leadership updates mark an important step forward in Focus College’s evolution. We’re building stronger teams, clearer pathways, and a future-ready institution, together.   Your Future... Our Focus

Food Handler Safety Training is an engaging, hands-on course that meets British Columbia food handler training requirements. The training was delivered at WorkBC Abbotsford on January 27, 2026, and is designed for anyone who prepares, handles, or serves food in a professional setting. Certification details: After completing the course, students will complete the final exam later through the government website. Upon successful completion, they receive a Food Handler Certificate that is valid for 5 years and recognized by public health authorities across British Columbia. By the end of the program, students can demonstrate the ability to: Prevent food-borne illness through safe handling practices Comply with BC food safety regulations and standards Improve workplace safety and reduce contamination risks Increase customer confidence through safe food service Prevent cross-contamination between food, surfaces, and utensils Apply proper personal hygiene to avoid contamination Maintain regular cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and food-contact surfaces For more information about food safety training please make a call (778) 624-2010

Focus College joined the Central Okanagan Career & Education Expo 2026 at the Coast Capri Hotel in Kelowna, and the place was buzzing. With 45+ exhibitors in the room, attendees got a real snapshot of what employers are hiring for right now, plus info on career programs and opportunities to start (or level up) their education through post-secondary options. At our booth, the top fan-favorites were Community Support Worker, Virtual Assistant, and Bylaw Enforcement Level 1 & 2, lots of great convos with people exploring practical, job-ready pathways. Big thanks to Black Press for running a well-organized event, and to everyone who stopped by to connect with our team.